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Lawrence S Stern

Law Offices of Lawrence S Stern β€’ Bethesda, MD
Estate PlanningEmployment ContractsEmployment LawPersonal InjuryTax

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Contact

Email
Phone
(855) 772-9009
Address
4550 Montgomery Ave Ste 775 N, Bethesda, MD, 20814-3376, US

Professional

About

Lawrence S. Stern is a seasoned attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland, with over thirty years of extensive experience in employment law, estate planning, personal injury, and tax matters. He specializes in providing comprehensive estate planning and administration services tailored to meet the unique needs of executives, business owners, and individuals. Mr. Stern is dedicated to helping clients create effective estate plans that facilitate the smooth transfer of assets to future generations while minimizing estate taxes and associated costs. His expertise also extends to protecting inherited assets from potential threats such as divorce and creditors, ensuring that family relationships remain intact. In addition to his estate planning practice, Mr. Stern represents a diverse range of closely-held businesses, including professional practices and technology firms. He offers strategic counsel on various business matters, including entity selection, contract negotiations, and tax-related issues. His proactive approach includes drafting and preparing essential documents such as shareholders agreements, buy-sell agreements, and employment contracts, as well as guiding clients through the sale process of their businesses. Mr. Stern earned his Bachelor of Arts in economics, graduating cum laude from Yeshiva University in 1982, and subsequently obtained his Juris Doctor with honors from Georgetown University Law Center in 1985. He is actively involved in numerous non-profit organizations, reflecting his commitment to community service. Admitted to practice law in Maryland, Lawrence S. Stern is a trusted advocate for his clients, providing personalized legal solutions in the fields of employment law, estate planning, personal injury, and tax law.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

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Credentials

Education
1985 Georgetown University Law Center JD 1982 Yeshiva University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 Client Review 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell
Associations
1988 - Present Montgomery Bar Association Member 1986 - Present Maryland State Bar Association Member 1986 - Present American Bar Association Member
Speaking
2012 Montgomery County Bar Association Trust Tax Planning 1999 Annual Conference Estate Planning for Physicians with Large Qualified Plans 1998 Annual Conference Estate Planning for Physicians with Large Qualified Plans 1997 Annual Conference Estate Planning for Physicians with Large Qualified Plans 1997 Annual Conference Trust Accounting Issues in Taxation
Updated: Apr 01, 2026