Chambers USA 2026: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized Lerch Early in the areas of Litigation: General Commercial and Real Estate.
Litigation: General Commercial (Band 3)
Chambers says Lerch Early is “is notable for advising businesses on contract and corporate disputes, as well as representing clients in breach of fiduciary duty matters. The firm is well regarded for its substantial practice in employment litigation, as well as fielding expertise in real estate disputes. The strong Maryland presence attracts a broad regional and national client base.”
Quotes:
– “It has very good lawyers and a strong local presence.”
– “The team has incredible local knowledge.”
Real Estate (Band 3)
Lerch Early has “expertise advising on construction and financing, in addition to notable experience in land use matters. The team works on mixed-use development projects, including neighborhoods undergoing urban regeneration. It demonstrates additional expertise handling joint venture agreements.”
Quotes:
– “Lerch, Early & Brewer is always responsive and available.”
– “Lerch, Early & Brewer does great work handling very complicated land use issues.”
– “They have deep institutional knowledge and insight into this space.”
In addition to these firm-wide honors, the following attorneys are ranked:
Robby Brewer in Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Senior Statesperson). Robby “is very knowledgeable and he gives great guidance to clients.”
Lauri Cleary in Litigation: General Commercial (Band 4). Lauri “offers wide-ranging expertise in commercial disputes as well as handling employment litigation.”
Quotes:
– “Lauri is a very good litigator.”
– “She is extremely responsive and goal-oriented.”
Erin Girard in Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Band 1). Erin “is an accomplished real estate attorney who regularly advises on a breadth of land use and zoning issues in connection with commercial, institutional and mixed-use projects.
Quote:
– “Erin Girard is on top of her game and doesn’t get rattled.”
Bill Kominers in Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Band 1). Bill “is respected for his expertise in land use, zoning and other matters, particularly in the context of urban development projects.”
Quotes:
– “William is extremely knowledgeable and is not afraid to get his hands dirty and tackle an issue.”
– “William Kominers understands the minutiae of real estate, but he also takes the time to understand the goal of his client and shepherds the process and transaction to that goal.”
Stan Reed in Litigation: General Commercial and Litigation (Band 4): White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (Band 2). Stan “has a broad litigation practice that encompasses commercial claims, including real estate and construction disputes, as well as the defense of white-collar crime and fraud cases.”
Quotes:
– “Stan has a very sophisticated practice. He is responsive, goal-oriented and well respected.”
– “Stanley is hardworking, smart and a strategic thinker.”
Stacy Silber in Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Band 1). Stacy “has broad zoning and land use experience, particularly as it relates to residential and mixed-use developments in Maryland.”
Quote:
“Stacy Silber is an excellent legal mind who also is generous with volunteering her time with industry groups, making her a familiar, trusted, and known quantity with consultants, planners, and government officials.”
Liz Rogers in Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Band 2). Liz “is a go-to attorney for developers and is especially well regarded for her capabilities in zoning and land use matters.”
Chambers USA conducts interviews and independent research to develop its lists of lawyers and law firms. Law firms and individual lawyers are ranked in bands from 1 (highest) to 6 (lowest). A Senior Statesperson is a lawyer who no longer works hands-on with the same intensity but who, by virtue of close links with major clients, remains pivotal to the firm’s success. The “Up-and-Coming” designation recognizes those who do not yet have an established reputation but who are driving their firm’s growth.
With 75 lawyers and more than 75 years of experience in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Northern Virginia, Lerch Early helps companies, nonprofits, and individuals rise to every challenge in business, real estate, litigation, and life.
