Press Releases
Offit Kurman Welcomes Three Attorneys to Key Practice Areas
Offit Kurman is pleased to announce the addition of three attorneys to its Landlord-Tenant, Estates and Trusts, and Commercial Litigation practice groups, further strengthening the firm's Mid-Atlantic capabilities.
Joining the firm are Mariel C. Adams in Bethesda, Maryland; Aaron LeClair in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Federico J. Zablah in Tysons Corner, Virginia. Together, they bring experience in litigation, estate planning, wealth preservation, and dispute resolution, enhancing the firm's ability to serve clients across a broad range of legal needs.
Mariel C. Adams represents residential property owners, landlords, and property management companies in landlord-tenant, real estate, and civil litigation matters. She guides clients through all phases of litigation, including trial, mediation, motion practice, and settlement negotiations. Before entering private practice, Adams served as an Assistant Attorney General with the District of Columbia Office of the Attorney General, where she gained significant courtroom experience handling misdemeanor prosecutions.
Aaron LeClair joins the firm's Estates and Trusts practice. He advises individuals, families, and business owners on estate planning, trust planning, wealth transfer strategies, and related tax considerations. His practice includes domestic and international planning matters, including cross-border assets and multijurisdictional considerations. He works closely with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to develop coordinated strategies designed to support clients' long-term objectives.
Federico J. Zablah represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in commercial, contract, real estate, and property disputes in state and federal courts. Zablah has served as lead counsel in jury and non-jury trials and brings substantial appellate experience, including successful advocacy before the Supreme Court of Virginia. Fluent in English and Spanish, he serves a diverse client base across a wide range of litigation matters.
The additions reflect Offit Kurman's continued growth across its offices and practice groups, expanding the firm's ability to provide comprehensive legal services to businesses, families, property owners, and individuals throughout the region.
