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Offit Kurman Welcomes Three New Attorneys to Its Growing Team

January 22, 2026
Offit Kurman Welcomes Three New Attorneys to Its Growing Team

Offit Kurman is pleased to announce the addition of three new attorneys: Maxwell Dickens, Sara Etemad-Moghadam, and Nicholas Eliades. Their additions enhance the firm’s commercial litigation and landlord-tenant capabilities across key markets and underscore Offit Kurman’s continued commitment to strategic, client-focused growth. 

Maxwell Dickens – Associate, Commercial Litigation (Philadelphia, PA)

Max Dickens represents clients in complex commercial disputes, leveraging experience from both plaintiff-side litigation and in-house corporate legal work. His well-rounded perspective enables him to craft strategies that align with client objectives and minimize risk.

Nicholas P. Eliades – Counsel, Commercial Litigation (Los Angeles, CA)

Nick Eliades is an experienced commercial litigator who helps businesses resolve complex disputes efficiently and precisely. He has represented clients across industries including automotive, software, real estate, and financial services.

Sara Etemad-Moghadam – Associate, Landlord-Tenant (Bethesda, MD)

Sara Etemad-Moghadam focuses her practice on landlord-tenant matters, providing strategic counsel to property owners, landlords, and managers in navigating complex leasing and occupancy issues. She brings a strong foundation in intellectual property law and business principles to her work.

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