Barry J. Rosenthal is a founding partner of Bromberg Rosenthal LLC law firm, established in 1985. He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Maryland and his Juris Doctor from the Washington College of Law at American University. He has been practicing law in Maryland and Washington D.C. for more than 35 years. During this time he has earned the distinction of Super Lawyer and has held the prestigious AV preeminent peer review rating from Martindale Hubbell since 1997, the highest rating given to attorneys assessing their legal, professional ability and high ethical standards.
Mr. Barry J. Rosenthal is well known and respected for his expertise is in litigating cases in State and Federal trial and appellate courts throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., in such diverse areas as complex corporate and business matters, employment and discrimination litigation, serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. Mr. Rosenthal is first and foremost an expert civil litigator, having tried or settled hundreds if not thousands of cases in the diverse areas of his practice. Mr. Rosenthal and his firm have represented large corporations including R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, Extended Stay America, Medserv International, Inc. (a large medical device manufacturer), and BPTC One, LLC (the owner of a large apartment complex in Gaithersburg, Maryland). Additionally, Mr. Rosenthal also represents and serves as legal counsel to numerous smaller locally owned and operated businesses.
Mr. Barry J. Rosenthal has a special interest in family law matters, especially high asset disputes. Whereas many family law practitioners only practice family law, Mr. Rosenthal applies his decades of business and corporate litigation experience to more effectively fight for the rights and assets of his family law clients. He has numerous important appellate decisions including Azarian v. Witte, decided in his client’s favor by the Maryland Court of Appeals (a medical malpractice case setting forth the standard for certain expert testimony) Son v. Margolius, et. al (Maryland Court of Appeals addressing barratry and attorney’s fees); Grafmeyer v. Grafmeyer (Maryland Court of Special Appeals addressing the right to indefinite alimony); and Davco Restaurants, Inc. (Wendy’s) v Cole affirming a large personal injury jury award in favor of his injured client, to name just of few of his appellate decisions.
In addition to his business and family law practice, Mr. Rosenthal litigates cases on behalf of injured clients, whether due to auto accidents, slip and fall, wrongful death, or other injuries caused by the negligence of others.
Prior to graduating law school, Mr. Barry J. Rosenthal obtained a Master’s degree in Community and Urban Planning and worked as a Vice President of a D.C. based management consulting firm where he directed social science research and statistical analyses. In that position, he published numerous peer reviewed articles and presented papers and seminars related to issues concerning statistical methodologies in the area of drug abuse and treatment.
He has been married to his current wife, Leslie, for nearly 35 years, and has three adult children.
After decades of practice, Mr. Rosenthal remains passionate about the law and the protection and rights of his clients.
Practice areas
Bromberg Rosenthal LLC has decades of experience handling hundreds of contested and litigated cases including in all aspects of family law including divorce, separation, custody, alimony, child support, property settlement agreements.
Bromberg Rosenthal LLC brings decades of experience to cases involving employer/employee relations including employment agreements/non-compete agreements/discrimination, Title VII, wage and hour disputes
Bromberg Rosenthal LLC: decades of experience in all aspects of negligence accidents including auto accidents, slip and fall cases, medical malpractice, legal malpractice.
Languages spoken
English
Bromberg Rosenthal LLC
401 North Washington Street
Suite 500
Rockville, MD, 20850-1789
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing - CLER Exempt | 2015 | 03/28/2022 |
DC | Good Standing | 1983 | 02/09/2021 |
MD | Active | 1981 | 11/30/2015 |
Legal answers | 20 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Top Rated Lawyer - DC/Baltimore | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Winner - Labor & Employment - Rockville | Corporate Live Wire | 2015 |
Highest Possible Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
AV Top Rated Lawyers - Construction Law | Martindale Hubbel | 2014 |
Top Lawyers in Maryland | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Top Rated Lawyer | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Top Rated Lawyer - Labor & Employment | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Super Lawyer | Washington DC Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2007 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 1997 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Bromberg Rosenthal LLC | 1986 - Present |
Partner | Law Office of Barry J. Rosenthal | 1981 - 1985 |
Vice President | Aurora Associates | 1974 - 1982 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Bar | Member | 2015 - Present |
Collier County Bar Association | 2015 - Present | |
Montgomery County Bar Association | 1983 - Present | |
Maryland Trial Lawyers Association | N/A | |
Maryland State Bar Association | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Journal of Drug Issues | Drug Addiction and Criminality | 1982 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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American University Washington College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1981 |
University of Maryland School of Social Work | MA - Masters | 1974 |
University of Maryland | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1971 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Holman v. Thorson | Successful - claims against Wife dismissed. Wife retained proceeds. |
Taschler v. Mallon | Successful - judgment entered |
Grafmeyer v. Grafmeyer | Successful. Court of Special Appeals remanded to trial court. |
Azarian v. Witte | Successful - case remanded to trial court. |
Son v. Margolius, et al. | Successful. judgment entered for Defendant. |
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Nicholas Minshew, Family Attorney on May 6, 2022
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Barry Rosenthal is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced family law attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Rosenthal to a friend or family member.
Jonathan Goldberg, Family Attorney on May 2, 2022
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Barry is a smart and highly skilled attorney who consistently achieves terrific results for his clients.
Nicholas Minshew, Family Attorney on May 6, 2022
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Barry Rosenthal is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced family law attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Rosenthal to a friend or family member.
Jonathan Goldberg, Family Attorney on May 2, 2022
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Barry is a smart and highly skilled attorney who consistently achieves terrific results for his clients.
Steven Van Grack, Unknown Attorney on May 8, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer. Barry has been my friend and lawyer for many years. We have many common bonds including family and profession. I have sought Barry’s advice on many occasions. His legal knowledge and acumen is of the highest caliber. I have only heard the finest compliments about him from his clients and other lawyers.
Somair Alam, Family Attorney on Feb 13, 2017
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Excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success.
Evan Koslow, Family Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.
Ronald Bolt, Family Attorney on Jan 28, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Baum, Litigation Attorney on Jan 27, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Aggressive when necessary but reasonable. Looks out for client's best interest.
Jonathan Bromberg, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I have known Barry for 32 years and he has the highest level of integrity, knowledge and skill.
Yue Liu, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
We co-counseled on a complicated divorce matter involving several real estate properties dispute. Barry's professionalism and experience reflected in every aspect of his practice, including legal writing and representation, client/co-counsel communication and billing. I was very impressed by his diligence and attention to details. As a result, we were able to win and collect a $380,000 judgment for our client. I endorse Barry as an excellent family law attorney.
Kimberly Jones, Family Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Judy Halaby, Commercial real estate Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
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I endorse Barry for the following reasons: 1. He is smart, a problem solver and he gets things done for his clients. Judy A. Halaby, Esq.
John Tsikerdanos, Litigation Attorney on Nov 18, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
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