Justin Batoff, a principal at Batoff Associates, joins Silverman Thompson as of counsel to serve our clients and advise startups, emerging companies, and established private and family-owned businesses on a broad range of transactional and corporate matters. His practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, private placements, equity compensation, real estate and commercial transactions, and estate planning.
Clients value Mr. Batoff’s role as outside general counsel, providing practical, business-focused legal solutions aligned with their strategic objectives. He advises clients across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, food and beverage, industrials, technology, and professional services. As part of his comprehensive approach, he frequently assists clients in identifying and connecting with strategic partners and investors.
Justin Batoff has deep experience across all stages of the deal process, including structuring, negotiation, implementation, and post-closing support. He regularly handles domestic and cross-border transactions, providing insight into the tax implications of business deals and designing tax-efficient, compliant structures that maximize value and reduce risk.
In addition to his corporate practice, Mr. Batoff advises individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and executives throughout Maryland and New York on wealth preservation, succession planning, and tax-efficient business exits.
- University of Baltimore School of Law - J.D. - 2010
cum laude, Concentration in Tax and Estate Planning
- The Johns Hopkins University - B.A. - 2007
History of Art, Business and Entrepreneurship
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Trust & Estate Planning
- Real Estate & Commercial Transactions
- Equity Compensation and Employee Benefits (ERISA
- Tax Law
- Securities & Capital Markets
- Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2018-2025
- 40 Under 40, Baltimore Business Journal, 2023
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- Journey Acquires The Devhouse Agency
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- New Ownership for Grogan & Company
- Miner Limited, an OnPoint Group Company, Acquires Charles H. Hodges & Son
- Maury, Donnelly & Parr Acquires Wetzel & Lanzi
- Maury, Donnelly & Parr, Inc. Acquires Campion Insurance
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- Private Equity Investment Fuels Expansion for Leading Web Design & Development Firm, Florentine Design Group, LLC
- The Old Line Society, Co-founder and Director
- Maryland Historical Society, Trustee
- Homewood House Museum, Trustee
- Valleys Planning Council, Trustee
- Manor Conservancy, Director
- Baltimore Year Up