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Esteemed Baltimore Law Firms Offit Kurman and Thomas & Libowitz, P.A. Announce Affiliation

March 2, 2026
Esteemed Baltimore Law Firms Offit Kurman and Thomas & Libowitz, P.A. Announce Affiliation

Baltimore, MD – March 2, 2026 — Two highly regarded Baltimore-based law firms, Offit Kurman and Thomas & Libowitz, P.A., announce their affiliation effective March 1. The move is a continuation of Offit Kurman’s growth strategy and further strengthens its presence in Baltimore, the city in which Offit Kurman was founded. Offit Kurman’s growth trajectory continues with this affiliation. During the past year, Offit Kurman has also expanded into Georgia, Texas, and Florida.

Thomas & Libowitz, P.A. has been a highly regarded firm in the Baltimore and Washington region for over 50 years. Like Offit Kurman, the firm has advised entrepreneurs, mid‑sized companies, as well as some larger established organizations across a wide range of industries, offering sophisticated services in business law, litigation, and individual and family matters. Thomas & Libowitz is joining Offit Kurman so it can leverage the firm’s larger platform and its national presence.

“Steve Thomas and his team have a stellar reputation in the Baltimore-Washington legal and business communities, and Steve is widely regarded as one of the region’s leading corporate and business transaction attorneys,” said Ted Offit, Co‑Founder of Offit Kurman. “They represent some of the region’s largest and most prominent clients. This is an exciting development for Offit Kurman, particularly because it strengthens our presence in Baltimore — the city where Offit Kurman was founded. Steve and his team will further enhance our long‑standing reputation throughout Baltimore and Maryland. Put simply, Offit Kurman will be an even better firm with Thomas & Libowitz joining us.”

“We are proud of the legacy Thomas & Libowitz has built since 1975 and the many clients who have trusted us with their legal needs,” said Steve Thomas. “Joining Offit Kurman allows us to continue providing tailored services while offering our clients the benefit of a national platform and expanded resources. We look forward to contributing to the firm’s continued success and serving the Baltimore/Washington region in the years to come.”

Six additional attorneys will also be joining Offit Kurman, including: Stasia Thomas Nardangeli, Wayne Davis, Gus Themelis, Margaret Argent, Megan Easter, and Jessica Denkevitz. Together, they bring decades of experience supporting clients in individual and family law matters, business law, and complex litigation. The firm and its attorneys have consistently been recognized as a Best Law Firm® by Best Lawyers®

“We are thrilled to welcome Steve and his team to Offit Kurman,” said Tim Lynch, President of Offit Kurman. “Their deep roots in the Baltimore business community align with our mission of supporting dynamic businesses, individuals, and families. This affiliation strengthens our footprint in Maryland and reinforces our long‑term commitment to the region.”

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About Offit Kurman

Offit Kurman is a full-service Am Law 200 law firm with more than 300 attorneys providing comprehensive legal counsel across 30+ practice areas. Since its founding in 1987, the firm has served the privately held marketplace focusing on dynamic businesses, individuals, and families—helping them maximize business value and protect personal wealth through innovative, entrepreneurial legal solutions. The firm is distinguished by the quality, breadth, and global reach of its legal services and a unique operational structure that encourages a culture of collaboration.

For more information, visit https://www.offitkurman.com/affiliations/thomas-libowitz

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