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Sean T Morris
About Sean
Biography
Sean is a native of Long Island, NY, and lives in Potomac, Maryland, with his wife, three small children, and chocolate Labrador retriever. He spends as much time as he can outside, especially on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in New York for 12 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 21 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
The Morris Law Firm LLC
4845 Rugby Avenue, Suite 302, Bethesda, MD, 20814
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Sean T Morris's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
7 Client Reviews
Sean T Morris's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sean is my "go to" guy on all matters food and beverage law. An excellent lawyer, wonderful guy, and fantastic at navigating the rather byzantine paths for liquor licenses, etc. in DC and Maryland. If you are a restauranteur, or have a client who is a restauranteur, keep Sean's number handy!"
"Sean is a knowledgeable business attorney and is also well-versed in connection with beverage and liquor license law and regulations."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Jessica Markham
Family lawyer
David Hotes
Business lawyer
Steven Loewy
Debt and lending agreements lawyer
Daniel Ward
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2004
Magna Cum Laude, Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
2002
Plato Papps Labor Law Fellowship, Catholic University
Work Experience
2008 - 2010
Associate, Miles & Stockbridge P.C.
2006 - 2008
Associate, Vinson & Elkins, LLP
2004 - 2006
Associate, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
International Council of Shopping CentersMember
2014 - Present
National Association of Licensing and Compliance ProfessionalsAssociate Member
2014 - Present
Restaurant Association of Metropolitan WashingtonProfessional Member
2013 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2004 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
John Carroll Society
Montgomery County Bar Association
2014 - 2016
Maryland State Bar Association, Agricultural Law CommitteeCouncil Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Cava Group, Inc. v. Mezeh-Annapolis, LLC et al.
Unanimous jury verdict in favor of clients after less than 90 minutes of deliberation.
Case against Restaurant Landlord
Judgment in favor of tenant for replacement cost of equipment
A Guy Named Moe, LLC v. Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado, LLC
Court of Appeals upheld the right of foreign entities which have their right to do business lapse to cure any such lapse during pendency of suit and proceed with litigation.
In re Backyard Sports Grill
Liquor license reinstated by County Liquor Board over the objection of local City Council.
A Guy Named Moe, LLC v. Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado, LLC
Petition for Writ of Certiorari granted by Maryland Court of Appeals
In re Fire Station 1 Restaurant and Brewery
Charges dismissed and no liquor violation found
Maryland State Highway Administration v. [Client]
Petition denied. Key 30+ year-old eminent domain law declared unconstitutional.
Education
2004
Catholic University of America, School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
State University of New York, Stony Brook
MA - Masters
1996
Georgetown University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Maryland State Bar Association Annual Meeting
Diversifying Farm Operations Through the Production of Alcoholic Beverages
Publications
2016
District of Columbia Bar Association publication
4 Relationships That Can Make or Break Your Restaurant Business
2014
Bethesda Magazine
Liquor License Residency Requirement A Hurdle To Some
2014
The Daily Record (Maryland)
Hold the Jackhammers, MoCo Judge Tells SHA
2013
Maryland Bar Bulletin
Liquor Liability, Licensing Issues on Tap in 2014
2003
Catholic University Law Review
Taking Stock in the Public Trust Doctrine
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a felon get a liquor license in New York State
02 Feb 2015
Q&A
How to go about a sue case against jiffy lube?
20 Jan 2015
Q&A
Applying for Gaming license in a Casino, Should I disclose a shoplifting incident on background check form?
11 Jan 2015