Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Potomac, MD
Since our founding in 1992, McMillan Metro Faerber has maintained an unwavering commitment to client-centered legal representation. Our firm combines decades of collective experience with a personalized approach to address complex legal challenges for businesses and individuals across the DMV region and beyond. We prioritize transparent communication, fair fee structures, and strategic problem-solving tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our attorneys specialize in diverse practice areas including commercial litigation, estate planning, employment law, and real estate, ensuring comprehensive legal support under one roof.With 18 consecutive years of Super Lawyers recognition, we demonstrate both technical expertise and a dedication to maintaining lasting client relationships through integrity and accessibility. Our regional presence in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC allows us to deliver big-firm capabilities with the agility of a mid-sized practice.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Estate Planning
Employment Law
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Partnership Planning
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined legal expertise across multiple practice areas
- Our attorneys provide personalized strategies for complex legal challenges
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the legal process
- Our team includes Super Lawyers-recognized attorneys with regional expertise
- We prioritize client relationships over institutional formality
What people say
Super Lawyers recognition
Client-first approach
Transparent communication
Regional expertise
Services
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation practice resolves complex business disputes through strategic legal representation. We handle contract disputes, partnership conflicts, and corporate litigation matters for businesses of all sizes. Our attorneys combine courtroom experience with practical business understanding to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing operational disruption for clients.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans that ensure asset protection and legacy preservation. Our services include wills, trusts, power of attorney documents, and advanced healthcare directives tailored to individual family needs. We guide clients through the process to create stress-free, legally sound estate plans that provide peace of mind.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial property transactions across the DMV region. We assist with purchase agreements, title examinations, financing arrangements, and development projects. Our attorneys stay current with regional legal trends to ensure smooth property transactions that protect client interests in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
Employment Law
We provide employment law guidance for employers and employees navigating workplace regulations. Our services include contract drafting, discrimination claims, wage disputes, and compliance counseling. We help businesses maintain proper workplace policies while protecting employee rights under evolving labor laws.
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division with compassionate representation. We help clients navigate emotional family law issues while protecting their rights and children's best interests. Our attorneys focus on achieving fair resolutions through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
People
Michael A. Faerber
President and Managing Shareholder
Recognized as a Super Lawyer and 2023 Best of Potomac Readers Choice Award winner, Michael leads the real estate department with extensive experience in complex property transactions across the DMV region.
A. Howard Metro
Shareholder
Co-founder with decades of legal experience, A. Howard Metro provides strategic guidance in commercial litigation and business law matters while maintaining active client representation.
Elyse L. Strickland
Shareholder
Experienced attorney focusing on employment law and workplace compliance, Elyse helps businesses navigate complex labor regulations while protecting employee rights in the evolving legal landscape.
Judyann M. Lee
Partner
Seasoned partner with expertise in family law and estate planning, Judyann provides compassionate representation for clients navigating sensitive personal legal matters.
David P. Shapiro
Partner
Specializing in partnership planning and business transactions, David brings strategic legal counsel to clients forming and managing business entities across multiple jurisdictions.
Questions
What practice areas does McMillan Metro Faerber specialize in?
We specialize in commercial litigation, estate planning, employment law, family law, real estate law, and partnership planning for clients in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Our attorneys have provided legal services since 1992, with 18 consecutive years of Super Lawyers recognition.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine big-firm capabilities with personalized service, emphasizing clear communication and tailored legal strategies over institutional formality.
Do you serve clients outside the DMV region?
While our primary focus is Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, we represent clients beyond the DMV region through our established legal network.
How can I schedule an initial consultation?
Contact us at (301) 251-1180 or submit an online inquiry through our website to connect with an attorney in your practice area.
