Liff, Walsh and Simmons is pleased to welcome Richard J. Berwanger, Jr. to the firm as a partner. He joins the Litigation and Labor & Employment Practice Group, where he leads the Labor & Employment Practice Area as well as the new Legal Ethics Practice Area. His practice focuses specifically on general litigation and legal ethics matters and he covers a wide range of complex disputes, including commercial litigation, employment matters, estate and trust litigation, real estate disputes, and various liability cases.
In addition to his litigation work, Richard advises attorneys and law firms on ethics, risk management, and practice management issues. He also defends lawyers facing disciplinary and grievance proceedings and handles insurance coverage matters, with significant experience in professional liability coverage disputes.
“We are excited to welcome Richard to our Litigation, Labor & Employment, and newly launched Legal Ethics practices,” said founder and managing partner, James “Jay” R. Walsh. “His dedication to delivering exceptional client experiences, no matter the complexity of the matter, makes him a valuable addition to our team. Richard’s arrival not only strengthens our existing Litigation and Labor & Employment practice group but also marks the beginning of our Legal Ethics practice area. We look forward to the ways Richard will help expand our capabilities and enhance our service offerings.”
Before joining Liff, Walsh & Simmons, Richard was a partner at Frost Law and earlier practiced at a reputable regional insurance defense firm. Throughout his career, he has represented professionals in malpractice, disciplinary, and complex litigation matters. He regularly speaks and advises on legal ethics and practice management topics, drawing on his extensive litigation experience.
Richard earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Baltimore School of Law and his M.B.A from the University of Baltimore Merrick School of Business. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Maryland. Richard is admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Committed to his community, Richard serves on the Boards of the Anne Arundel Bar Association and the Indian Hills Swim Team. He lives in the Annapolis area with his wife, two children, and golden retriever. In his free time, he enjoys time on the water, cheering on the Ravens, Orioles, and Terps, and pursuing his love of golf.
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About Liff, Walsh & Simmons
Liff, Walsh & Simmons is a full-service business law firm headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. Committed to serving the legal needs of small businesses and privately held companies across greater Maryland and the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Our expertise includes business counseling, contracts and transactions, commercial and civil litigation, labor and employment, government contracts, estate planning and administration, real estate, and commercial finance.
