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Jeffrey R Schmieler

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12 reviews
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Licensed for 58 years

Real estate Lawyer at Columbia, MD
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Contracts & Agreements ... +4 more

5405 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 6, Columbia, MD

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About Jeffrey

Biography

I represent individuals and businesses of all sizes—small or large. A legal professional that understands that a good lawyer is a problem solver. If you are looking for results, my team and I are here to help.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Real Estate 25%

Provides sound legal advice and representation to both individuals and business entities in order to assist them in consummating real estate transactions in a manner which best protects their interests and in a successful and satisfactory manner.

25%
Business 20%

Represented business clients in cases involving claims, disputes breach of contract, fraud, misrepresentation, tortious interference with contracts & business relations, unfair business practices, employment, conisumer protection, unfair competition.

20%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Many years of experience drafting contracts to meet the specific needs and requirements of clientele, experience in litigating breach of contract cases. Legal advisor to businesses and individuals for all phases of contracts and agreements.

20%
Insurance 20%

Long history of coverage counsel for number of major insurance carriers and insureds, Insurance coverage practice providing advice & counseling to insurance companies, corporate clients and individuals on a wide variety of insurance coverage matters.

20%
Estate Planning 6%

6%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

5%
Litigation 4%

Personal and Commercial Litigation

4%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Gold Client Champion

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 34 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 56 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1969

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 58 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1967

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Saunders & Schmieler Law Offices

5405 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 6, Columbia, MD, 21045

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Additional Maryland Offices

8225 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

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Virginia Office:

81 Leigh Lane, Basye, VA, 22842

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Posted by Daniel | April 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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A Thorough and Understanding Lawyer

Mr. Schmieler carefully listened to the facts during our consultation and agreed to take my case. As the case progressed, Mr. Schmieler remained steadfastly focused on the evidence and how it intersected with the law. He not only reviewed documents I provided, but also conducted his own research into... previous cases regarding the situation and formulated a comprehensive perspective based on the other party’s history. His persistent and careful consideration of the entire situation reassured me that our case was solid. Although we haven’t yet finished at this point, he managed my expectations to the length of time it would take to resolve. His approach to information gathering and client relations speak to his experience. I am also impressed by his team, all of which are knowledgeable, friendly, responsive, and professional. I intend to retain him for all future issues.

Posted by anonymous | July 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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Client

The Saunders and Schmieler Law Firm used their knowledge and experience to produce a settlement agreement that I was comfortable with. I highly recommend The Saunders and Schmieler Law Firm, they get favorable results.

Posted by PRISCILLA | February 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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CLINICAL PHARMACIST

I had a toilet over flow from my guest toilet on second floor of my home to the basement damaging both the leaving room and the basement. My home insurance company Liberty Mutual, refused to pay for repairs and at the same time cancelled my insurance. I contacted A Public Adjuster , who later refer...red me to Layer Jeffrey R Schmieler, LLC who accepted my case and worked very hard to achieve a big win with liberty mutual. I am very pleased and happy with the results and look forward to working with them and also making referrals to friends and family.

Posted by John | February 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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Fantastic

My wife and I are grateful for your work and we will never forget it. Your team delivered results in what seemed to be a hopeless situation. You all are the best. After hundreds of hours of fighting, we are finally going to fix our house. Couldn't have done it without you. The bottom line is, we nee...ded you and your team to get this done.

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"Over the years, I have been involved in a number of cases where Jeff Schmieler also was one of the other attorneys. Recently, I worked on the same side as him in a complex business partner dispute representing a nice older lady against a former business partner who tried to swindle her. The other side was unreasonable, and the matter ended up being decided by a 2 week fully contested arbitration. Mr. Schmieler adeptly handled the multiple witnesses and dozens of boxes of evidentiary documents, and out-lawyered opposing counsel including on the many issues involved, which resulted in a full win and recovery for our client. He was very prepared, very effective, and very persuasive. I highly recommend him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Top Lawyer, Washington Post Magazine

2021

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1981 - Present

Senior Partner, Law Offices of Saunders & Schmieler, PC

Associations

Maryland State Bar Association

Attorney Member

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

District of Columbia Bar

Attorney Member

Virginia State Bar

Member

Governor's Executive Advisory Council

Member

Select Panel on Insurance Fraud

Member

Washington Claim Association

Member

Criminal Injuries Compensation Commission

Commissioner

National Council of Self-Insurers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lords Landing Vill. Condo. Council of Unit Owners v. Continental Ins. Co., 520 U.S. 893 (1997)

Continental Insurance Company prevailed which resulted in a favorable coverage adjudication

OneBeacon Insurance Co. v. William A. Graham Co., 33 EDA 2012, 2012 Pa. Super. LEXIS 3596 (S. Ct. of Pa. August 31, 2012).

Uniwest Constr., Inc. v. Amtech Elevator Services, Inc., 699 S.E.2d 223 (Va. 2010). 714 S.E.2d 560 (Va. 2011).

Perdue Farms Inc. v. National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA, 197 F.Sup 2d. 370 (D. Md. 2002).

Information Sys. & Network Corp. v. Federal Ins. Co., 805 A.2d 1141 (Md. Ct. Spec. App. 2002).

Sigmund v. Starwood Urban Retail VI, LLC, 617 F.3d 512 (D.C. Cir. 2010).

Am. Powerlifting Ass’n v. Cotillo, 401 Md. 658, 934 A.2d 27 (2007).

Continental Casualty Co. v. Kemper Ins. Co., et al., 173 Md. App. 542, 920 A.2d 66 (2007).

Federal Insurance Company v. The New Coal Company, Inc., 415 F. Supp. 2d 647 (W.D. Va. 2006).

Mourning v. APCOA Standard Parking, Inc., 828 A.2d 165 (D.C. 2003).

Manifold v. Wolf Coach, Inc., 231 F.Supp.2d 58 (D.D.C. 2002).

Heritage Harbour, L.L.C. v. John J. Reynolds, Inc., 795 A.2d 806 (Md. Ct. Spec. App. 2002).

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Education

1967

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1964

University of Maryland, College Park

BS - Bachelor of Science, BA -Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Duquesne University School of Law

Speaking Engagements

2024

Liability Exposure of Professional Sports Teams and Facilities

Liability Exposure of Professional Sports Teams and Facilities

2005

Liability Exposure of Professional Sports Teams and Facilities

Liability Exposure of Professional Sports Teams and Facilities

2004

CCI Advanced Liability Seminar

Presentation on Risk Assessment Insurance Claims Evaluation

2002

Chubb Insurance Fraud Seminar

Insurance Fraud Seminar

2002

Chubb Coverage Considerations Seminar

Insurance Coverage Considerations

2000

Chubb Liability Exposure Analysis Seminar

Insurance Liability Exposure Analysis

Publications

2014

American Bar Association Handbook Insurance Coverage

2011

American Bar Association Handbook Limited Liability Companies

2004

American Bar Association Handbook Liability Exposure Analysis Damage Assessment

2004

American Bar Association Handbook Tort and Insurance Law 2004 Update

2004

American Bar Association Handbook Liability Exposure of Professional Sports Teams adn Facilities

2002

Booklet Insurance Fraud - The Recognition and Indentification of Insurance Fraud

2002

American Bar Association Handbook Insurance Fraud - Recovery of Damages from Insurance Fraud Perpetrators

2002

American Bar Association Handbook Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Coverage

2001

Handbook Litigation of Insurance Claims - the Defense Perspective

1999

Handbook Guide to Products Liability

1998

Handbook Discrimination Claims - A Defense Prospective

1997

Booklet Civil Rights and Discrimination Claims and Cases

1997

Handbook Contractual Risk Transfer and Insurance Coverage

1997

Handbook Litigation of Insurance Claims - The Anatomy of a Lawsuit

Languages

English

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