Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Greenbelt, MD
Established in 1978, our law firm has dedicated over four decades to delivering comprehensive legal solutions across Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. Our team of seasoned legal professionals specializes in both personal and business matters, ranging from straightforward filings to intricate litigation. We prioritize personalized service, tailoring strategies to each client's unique circumstances while maintaining a commitment to cost-effective outcomes. With extensive experience in landlord-tenant law, family law, bankruptcy, criminal defense, and civil litigation, we combine deep legal expertise with individualized attention. Our practice reflects a philosophy of accessibility and client-focused advocacy, demonstrated through innovations like our state-of-the-art electronic rent filing system implemented in 2014.We serve clients across multiple jurisdictions including Prince George's County, Baltimore City, Montgomery County, and Washington DC. Our founder, Richard S. Basile, brings over 30 years of legal practice experience, having graduated from the University of Maryland School of Law. We maintain active practice in critical areas such as personal injury, wills and estates, and criminal defense, including DUI/DWI cases. Our reputation for thorough preparation and strategic representation has been built through consistent delivery of results-driven legal services. This combination of longevity, specialized expertise, and technological innovation positions us as a trusted legal resource for individuals and businesses alike.
Services
Personal Injury
Family Law
Bankruptcy
Criminal Defense
Landlord-Tenant
Wills & Estates
Civil Litigation
Collections
Eviction Defense
Fair Housing
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined legal experience since 1978
- Our personalized approach focuses on individual client needs
- We implement innovative electronic filing systems for efficiency
- Our practice covers 11+ jurisdictions across Maryland and DC
- Our lead attorney has 30+ years of specialized legal expertise
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases resulting from accidents, negligence, or wrongful actions. Our practice handles automobile collisions, slip-and-fall incidents, and workplace injuries. We work to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering while navigating complex insurance negotiations.
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, alimony determinations, and property division. We provide strategic representation for both contested and uncontested matters while prioritizing clients' familial and financial interests through negotiated settlements or courtroom advocacy.
Bankruptcy
We assist individuals and businesses with bankruptcy filings under Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Our services include debt discharge proceedings, creditor negotiations, and financial restructuring while ensuring compliance with federal bankruptcy regulations and protecting client assets.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients charged with criminal offenses including DUI/DWI, drug possession, and other misdemeanor or felony charges. Our approach focuses on evidence review, constitutional rights protection, and developing defense strategies tailored to each case's specific circumstances.
Landlord-Tenant
We handle eviction proceedings, rent escrow matters, security deposit disputes, and lease violation cases. Our practice includes representing both landlords and tenants in court while ensuring compliance with Maryland's specific landlord-tenant regulations and housing codes.
People
Richard S. Basile
Attorney
Admitted to practice since 1978 with University of Maryland law degree. Specializes in landlord-tenant law, family law, bankruptcy, and criminal defense. Provides personalized legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, bankruptcy, criminal defense, landlord-tenant disputes, wills and estates, and civil litigation.
Which jurisdictions do you serve?
We serve clients across Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia including Prince George's County and Montgomery County.
How long has your firm been in practice?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1978 with over 30 years of experience from our lead attorney.
What technology do you use for client services?
We utilize a state-of-the-art electronic rent filing system implemented in 2014 for improved efficiency.
What approach do you take with client representation?
We provide personalized legal solutions focusing on each client's unique circumstances and goals.
