More than Two Decades of Legal Experience
and a Reputation for Quality Service
Since its formation in 1984, Abrams & West has been committed to providing clients with the highest quality legal services. We’ve made our mark in Maryland for our knowledge and skill in land use and zoning issues, but that is only one area of focus for our firm. We have built our reputation as aggressive and savvy trial attorneys in state and federal courtrooms throughout Maryland and Washington, DC.
When you have a zoning or land use issue, or if you are headed to court, you can count on sound legal guidance from the lawyers of Abrams & West. Contact our office to schedule a consultation regarding your legal concern. We provide legal representation in the following areas:
Zoning and Land Use Services for Individuals, Businesses, and Municipalities
- Real estate, zoning, land use matters, and permit acquisition
- Municipal/administrative law and providing consultant services to property owners, developers, business organizations, and local governments with zoning, land use, and permit issues
- Representation before county agencies, including Montgomery County Department of Park and Planning, the Montgomery County Board of Appeals, the Montgomery County Council, and county and municipal permitting agencies
- Code enforcement matters
- Expert witness services in condemnation and land use litigation
Legal Services for Individuals and Businesses
- Criminal defense for felony and misdemeanor crimes for adults and juveniles, as well as drunk-driving defense in criminal court and Motor Vehicle Administration hearings
- Personal injury lawsuits to help injured people get the financial compensation they need to recover after a car accident, truck accident, or accident on a dangerous or poorly maintained property
- Real estate litigation for disputes regarding zoning, land use, permit acquisition, and contracts
- Civil litigation for contract disputes of any kind, including business-to-business contracts and partnership disputes
- Civil litigation for will contests in probate court
Mediation and Arbitration
Not every case is suitable for court. When timeliness and expense are factored in, mediation or arbitration may be the best option for resolving a conflict. Attorney Ken West is a seasoned and experienced mediator and arbitrator with a good understanding of the value to be gained using an alternative approach to dispute resolution.
At Abrams & West, we put your needs first, and we are prepared to handle your dispute in the most effective and efficient manner required to reach your goal. Contact our Bethesda, Maryland law office to schedule an appointment. Our office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are located in the heart of downtown Bethesda, with convenient public parking beneath the building.