Brian R Gormley

Brian R Gormley

4.3
Rating: 6.4

Licensed for 22 years

Probate Lawyer at Kensington, MD
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills, Real Estate

10605 Concord St., Ste 420, Kensington, MD

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 6 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2019

Active

Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing

Licensed in Maryland for 22 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2003

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Law Offices of Brian Gormley, Esq.

10605 Concord St., Ste 420, Kensington, MD, 20895

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Brian R Gormley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Brian Gormley is the best!

Brian recently assisted me with the settlement of my Mother's estate in MD. My Mom left a will which stated to liquidate the estate and divide equally among all 6 siblings. My Brother was listed as the PR but her refused to file her will, he had been living for free at her house for many years and ...didn't want to leave, I had to file her will myself. My siblings all wanted to keep the house in the family but I live in CA and just wanted my share and offered to let them buy me out... that's where the fighting began. I hired Brian to represent me and he walked me through the entire process, he always kept a cool head while things got very ugly and was always there for me. My entire family turned on me and none of my siblings have spoken to me in over a year yet Brian, being the perfect Gentleman, encouraged me to keep my chin up and was ever so reassuring when things looked bleak and felt like it would never end. While it took 2 years to settle the estate due to my family's inability to rationally communicate, it all worked out in the end, they got to keep the house and I got my fair share. I would highly recommend Brian to anyone looking for the most knowledgeable and compassionate attorney, he is simply the BEST!

Posted by David | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Fantastic job resolving a difficult case

I had a really challenging and difficult property case that other attorneys rejected. Brian did a fantastic job and made a real difference for my family. He's helpful, knowledgeable, and got the job done. A+++!

Posted by Jerry | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Real estate attorney

Brian Gormley certainly knows his real estate he has done several settlements for me has helped me and other matters including probate that he specializes in he is fair and very very reasonable I highly recommend him

Posted by Tracy | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Brian Gormley is EXTRAORDINARY

Brian helped me out a situation that almost placed me into financial ruins. He helped me to short sale a property that was so behind in payments due to a long drawn out court battle (3-4 years) that was nearly impossible for me to catch up. He guided me through the entire process, he was very hones...t and educated me on every single step, and was always available whenever I had questions. Although, it was a very difficult battle with the mortgage companies, he never gave up, as a matter of fact I think they motivated him to fight harder, this man doesn’t back down. Because of his will to win, it encouraged me to hold my head up, roll up my sleeves and stay in the fight. He is very compassionate in what he do, very genuine. He not only got the short sale approved for me, the banks forgave the deficiency. I can’t begin to tell you, how much he has impacted my life. He is definitely someone you want in your circle.

Posted by Charles | July 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Sale of home

Brian prepared and preformed the due dillgence in the sale of our home. His was through, knowledgable and well researched. His staff was friendly and courteous and paid attention to detail. Would definitely hire him again.

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Brian R Gormley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Irvine

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked opposite Brian on a highly contentious tenant matter that had potential spillover into other matters. Through much discussion and negotiation we were able to reach a settlement which avoided what would have been costly and long litigation for all parties. He was at all times professional, reachable, and eager to work towards solutions."

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Andrew Kirtley

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked opposite Brian in a housing-related contract dispute case. He replaced another attorney somewhat far into the litigation, and was able to come quickly up to speed on the case and to turn the lawsuit from a litigation posture toward settlement, which seemed to be in the interests of all parties. He's a knowledgeable attorney who was a good negotiator and represented his client's interests well."

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Pearlette Toussant

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Kirtley

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Suren Adams

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.4 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Reprimand issued in MD, 2024

updated on 05/13/2025

Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Foreclosure Defense, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

2006

Montgomery County, Best Lawyers

2002

Certificate of Merit, University of Michigan Law School

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Brian Gormley, Esq.

2010 - 2016

Pro bono attorney, Maryland Legal Aid Bureau

2006 - 2016

Attorney/broker, Cornerstone Properties

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Eichner & Norris

2003 - 2003

Associate, Ohio State Attorney General

2003 - 2006

Attorney, Cadwalader, Wichersham & Taft

2002 - 2002

Associate, Department of Justice

2001 - 2001

Associate, Urban Institute

Associations

2007 - Present

Maryland Association of Realtors

Member

2007 - Present

GCAAR

Member

2003 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2003 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Moore v. Jackson

Pending

Permian v. Real Time Resolutions

settlement

Jackson v. Ullah

pending

Higgonbotham v. White

settlement

Atlantic v. Dixon

overturn foreclosure

McCabe v. Kocchar

settlement

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Education

2003

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Michigan Ford School of Public Policy

MPP

1999

Cornell University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Maryland organizations (state)

Contracts and title insurance

2016

Title insurance

Title insurance

2016

PGCAR course

Contracts

2016

Maryland

Contracts

2016

Assorted

Keeping the Golden Years Golden

2016

Assorted

Estate Planning for Real estate agents

2015

Assorted REIA's, Boards of Realtors, Brokerages

Short Sales

Publications

2010

Credit Card Management Magazine Deficiency Judgments and Common Pitfalls to Short Sales: A Response

2003

Journal of Affordable Housing and Community Development Law Appraising Detroit: A Follow-up to HUD’s ‘Barriers to the Rehabilitation of Affordable Housing’ Study

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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