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A law firm for every day people.

The belief of my practice is simple: I represent those who need an attorney but think they can't afford one. I believe in standing up for those who think no one will stand up for them. I give voice to the voiceless.


Sometimes things happen. You need an attorney. You think you can't afford one. You can afford Elizabeth Pugliese, Esq.

Our office has nearly 20 years of experience that we use to help you with the following matters:

FAMILY LAW *Divorce *Custody *Property *Domestic violence *Modifications of past decrees *Contempt cases

EMPLOYMENT LAW *State and Federal claims *Discrimination (race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, etc.) *Harassment *Wrongful termination *Retaliation *Whistleblowing *FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)

BUSINESS LAW *Business Formation and Incorporation *LLCs *Corporations - include Stock, Nonstock, Close *Articles of Incorporation *Contract Creation and Review *General Counsel - Preventative legal counsel and representation in the courts on general matters confronting the small business *Employer Litigation Defense *Employee Handbooks *Employee Training - Small and large groups


BIOGRAPHY

Michelle Davy, Esquire is the Principal and Managing Attorney of The Davy Law Firm Inc.

A 1988 graduate of the Georgetown University Law Center, Ms. Davy has focused her practice in the areas of Family, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Matrimonial, Employment and Small Business law counseling, representation and litigation in the Maryland and District of Columbia metropolitan area courts since 1990.

During her nearly 20 year career, Ms. Davy has served in both the private and public sectors, representing a wide variety of litigants in complex and sensitive matters, from both the plaintiff and defense posture. She has served as an Assistant Attorney General for the D.C. government, Counsel and Attorney-Advisor with the federal government, and as a Senior Associate and Principal in Washington, D.C. area law firms.

Ms. Davy is a member of the state and federal courts of Maryland, the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania, and the United States Supreme Court, the Maryland State Bar Association and the American Bar Association.

The proud mother of two, Ms. Davy is highly experienced in managing and resolving the various legal problems that can affect families and small businesses, and devoted to providing her clients with the aggressive, expert and comprehensive legal services they need and deserve.

Call Attorney Davy at (240) 744-4636 for caring and prompt legal help with your small business, family or employment matter today. Or e-mail Attorney Davy at help@davylawfirm.com today to discuss how we can help you protect yourself and your family.

A letter from James E. Crawford Jr.:

One of the least things I enjoy doing is writing about myself. That is probably true about most of us. However, I thought it was important to convey a little about the lawyer and person you want to represent you.

I have been practicing law since 1992. I completed my undergraduate college degree in 1985 at Frostburg State College, Master of Arts at University of Baltimore in 1987 and Juris Doctor Degree in 1992 at University of Baltimore School of Law.

I am a member of the Maryland Bar Association, Baltimore County Bar Association, American Trial Lawyers Association, various other Bar Associations, various committees for Judicial Elections and other Legal Associations. I was elected a member of the Maryland Democratic State Central Committee and have been interested in politics for many years. I have handled many high profile Maryland Political races and have worked with many high profile political figures.

As an attorney I have handled literally thousands of cases throughout the years. Many of them high profile as well as the standard run of the mill type cases. I practice in all Maryland Counties, all District Courts, Circuit Courts and Federal Courts. Quite frankly there isn't a Courtroom in the State of Maryland that I haven't been in.

When I decided to build this web site I was asked to write and describe a little about myself. I had to stop and think about the qualities that I possess and why I have been so successful practicing law all these years. In other words what makes me the type of lawyer and person that you would want to represent you. Why do clients continue to come back and why is the majority of my practice referrals from other clients that are very satisfied with the out come of their cases. Without being too forthright, probably the most desirous quality that I have is the fact that I really care about the outcome of my client's case and their well being. I believe that it is really important for a lawyer to strive and to do their best for a client in every way possible. Frankly, I think my profession has lost its way in that regard somewhat. There are still a lot of good lawyers out there, but I think a lot of people don't look at lawyers the way they used to. I also believe it is very important for a lawyer to represent a client with all their ability and skill. It is my duty to stand between you and the police and to convince a judge or a jury that a particular out come is best for you. I still believe practicing law is a noble cause and justifies using all my energy and skills to represent a client.

I am a trial lawyer, plain and simple. I am in Court just about every day of my working life. I have handled thousands of cases and I am very familiar with the Courthouse and Courthouse personnel. That is why I have been so successful, because I have been there many times.

Ok, a little about myself. I grew up in Baltimore, attended Mount St. Joseph High School. I am married and have four (4) great children. I have always been involved in the community by coaching sports for kids and being involved with other charities. I have also always played and loved sports, especially basketball and baseball. My favorite music is by The Whoâ. I think Ive always identified with their music because of the underdog theme that seems to run throughout their songs. Its fitting for me because thats how I feel about my clients. Most people come to me when they are at one of the lowest points in their life, either they have been charged with a crime, or they have some other crisis in their life. They feel like the whole world is against them. My job as a trial lawyer is to stand next to you in your time of need and get the job done. That is part of my basic personality and nature.

Ive learned that the practice of law really has no end. In other words a good lawyer will admit that there are always new things to learn, not just about his clients and the law, but also about trying to find ways to resolve complex situations. My experience and knowledge is a result of many years of tilling the fields of law. If you need help call my office and lets discuss it.

Very truly yours,

JIM CRAWFORD, JR.

Jac E. Knust began his law practice in 1972 and practices primarily in the Central Maryland Metropolitan area. He is engaged in a general practice with emphasis on family law, divorce, separation and property settlement agreements, elder law, estate planning, wills, probate, trusts, powers of attorney, health care advance directives, criminal matters, real estate, landlord/tenant, business planning, corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.

He is a former Assistant State's Attorney for Howard County, a former Assistant Public Defender for Howard County.

Jac E. Knust is a trained mediator and has mediated family law and civil disputes for the past 15 years. He has two associates who practice with him and they are also trained mediators who emphasize out of court solutions to legal disputes. All attorneys are trained in Collaborative Law, which involves the use of specially trained coaches and financial professionals who help the parties reach an amicable non adversarial solution to problems, with special sensitivity to the impact of divorce on children.

After spending more than a decade as an insurance defense attorney for a state agency and a fortune 500 Insurance company, Ms. Hogan decided to pursue her real passion for the law by establishing her firm. The law office’s mission is to provide professional legal services to each client in a caring way.
Practice Areas
Family Law: Divorce, Separation, Separation Agreements, Child Support, Child Visitation, Child Custody, Spousal Support, Restraining Orders, Simples Wills and Powers of Attorney.
Immigration: Asylum, Naturalization, Consulate Processing, Fiancé and Spousal Visas, Green Cards, Adjustment of Status, Waivers, Deportation and Removal Proceedings