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MDSW Attorneys Richard DeTar and Steven Brown Secure $9.6 Million Jury Verdict in Complex Civil Fraud Trial

On May 16, 2023, a civil jury in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, awarded $9.6 million in damages to Yellowfin Steak & Fish House in a unanimous verdict against its former managing member, The Ritz LLC, and Harvey Blonder.   This case was premised on allegations that The Ritz and Blonder siphoned off Yellowfin profits for … Read More

Steven A. Brown Elected as Partner

McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker is pleased to announce that Steven A. Brown has been elected as a partner of the firm. Steven focuses his practice on employment, healthcare, and corporate matters.  He advises clients on the ever-changing best practices regarding corporate and employment matters, including: COVID-19 mandates, guidelines, and best practices, corporate governance, restrictive covenants and trade … Read More

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Charles T. Capute Joins MDSW Bolstering Estates and Trusts Practice

McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker LLC (MDSW) is pleased to announce that Charles (Charlie) T. Capute has joined the firm as of counsel, effective immediately. Charlie is one of Maryland’s preeminent estates and trusts attorneys and has enjoyed a lengthy career advising clients throughout the region. Charlie has focused his career on working collaboratively with … Read More

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Anthony P. Kupersmith Joins MDSW, Expanding the Annapolis Office and Adding Depth to the Land Use and Zoning Law Practice

McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker LLC (MDSW) is pleased to announce that Anthony (“Tony”) P. Kupersmith has joined the firm in its Annapolis office.  Tony’s practice focuses on real estate, land use, and zoning law.  Tony is the former County Attorney for Talbot County, Maryland and he leverages that experience to help clients navigate legal … Read More

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Timothy J. Oursler Joins MDSW as a Partner Expanding the Annapolis Office and Adding Depth to the Estates and Trust Practice

McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker LLC (MDSW) is pleased to announce that Timothy J. Oursler has joined the firm as a partner in the Annapolis office.  Tim specializes in estate planning, trust & estate administration, real estate and commercial transactions. Tim works with clients to develop comprehensive, tax-efficient estate plans, including lifetime gift planning, preparation … Read More

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Maryland Super Lawyers 2021 Recognizes Four MDSW Attorneys

McAllister, DeTar, Showalter and Walker is proud to announce that four of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2021 edition of Maryland Super Lawyers®.  Congratulations to Richard A. DeTar and Douglas S. Walker for being recognized once again as Maryland Super Lawyers and to Sarah Baugh and Steven A. Brown for being … Read More

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MDSW Expands Family Law Practice with Addition of Janine Evans Wolford

McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker LLC (MDSW) is pleased to announce that Janine Evans Wolford joined the firm as a Senior Associate.  Janine focuses her practice in the area of family law, with a concentration in divorce, division of property, alimony, custody, visitation, and child support. Ms. Wolford utilizes her years of experience in family … Read More

COVID-19 Employer Update: Expansion of Paid Leave Requirements

Congress recently passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).  Starting April 1, 2020, employers with under 500 employees are subject to two new paid leave requirements.  Covered employers may be required to provide up to 12 weeks of paid leave to full- and part-time employees affected by COVID-19.  A fact sheet on the leave … Read More

MDSW COVID-19 UPDATE – MARCH 16, 2020

Given the expanding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak and the evolving and immediate impacts of the virus, we understand the concern and uncertainty you may be experiencing.  McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker remains open during normal business hours and committed to serving our clients during this unique time.  However, effective March 17, 2020, MDSW will … Read More

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Strider L. Dickson to Expand Complex Commercial Litigation Practice in Annapolis

Strider Dickson, a former federal and state prosecutor with significant trial experience, has joined McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker LLC (“MDSW”). Prior to joining MDSW, Strider served for more than three years as an Assistant Attorney General in the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, where he prosecuted cases involving tax and procurement fraud, theft … Read More