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Robert J. Kresslein

Senior Counsel

rkresslein@offitkurman.com
Frederick, MD – 240.772.5113
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Robert J. Kresslein focuses his practice on commercial real estate lending, business planning, and commercial real estate transactions. Mr. Kresslein is the former president of the Maryland Bar Foundation, and Trustee of Sheppard & Pratt Health Systems, Inc. He also was the former chair of Offit Kurman's Banking and Finance Practice. Mr. Kresslein currently serves as treasurer of the Maryland Democratic Party.

    Education

    • University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 1980)
    • McDaniel College (B.A., 1977)

    State Bar Admissions

    • Maryland

    Court Admissions

    • Supreme Court of Maryland
    • United States District Court for the District of Maryland

    Professional Affiliations

    • Member, Board of Trustees, Sheppard Pratt Health Systems Inc.
    • Member and Former Chair, Frederick County Democratic State Central Committee
    • Former Chairman, Board of Directors, Way Station, Inc.
    • Treasurer, Maryland Democratic Party
    • Maryland Bar Foundation, President
    • Maryland State Bar Association
    • Frederick County Bar Association
    • American Bar Association
    • Board of Governors, former member
    • Frederick County Estate Planning Council, founding member and former President
    • Appointed in 1995 by Governor Parris N. Glendening as a member of the Maryland Aviation Commission, responsible for capital and policy matters at BWI Airport and promotion of regional aviation activity, where he served until 2006
    • Frederick County Charter Writing Board
    • Frederick County Chamber of Commerce

    Recognitions

    • Named to The Best Lawyers in America® for Real Estate Law (2023-2027)

Services

  • Biography
  • Publications & News

Firm Highlights

  • Podcasts
    Building Effective Reporting Systems Within Businesses
    Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, discuss what employees, managers, and executives should do when they receive reports of workplace issues, and how business leaders can empower people to escalate concerns. Russell explains the compliance need for clear reporting channels for improper conduct, typically routed to HR, or to an operations leader. They also explain that businesses must establish operational reporting structures through managers, and build open communication with supervised employees. Sarah notes leaders should not assume approachability guarantees reporting, especially as companies grow and add layers.
  • Events
    Navigating D.C.'s Changing Housing Landscape - Utility Billing, Pets in Housing and Year-End Legislative Updates
    Navigating D.C.'s Changing Housing Landscape - Utility Billing, Pets in Housing and Year-End Legislative Updates
  • Events
    AIA Tri-State Conference
    Princeton will serve as the backdrop for three days of connection, learning, and design leadership. From keynotes to tours to the Tri-State Design Awards, this year’s conference is designed to go far beyond education sessions. Kick off the week with pre-conference intensives and individual state component Design Award celebrations, followed by three days of education, inspiration, networking, and design excellence at the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference—featuring pre-conference intensives, three keynote speakers, 25 education sessions, curated tours, an expo, spec academies, and the AIA Tri-State Design Awards—bringing together architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of the profession. G2. Designing Secure Practices: Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Contractual Provisions, and Insurance Risks for Architects (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) Architects and design professionals increasingly rely on cloud platforms, BIM software, and digital tools to manage sensitive data, creating cybersecurity and privacy risks. A single incident can trigger liability claims, regulatory obligations, reputational harm, and insurance challenges. Yet many firms underestimate how contracts, insurance, and internal practices intersect during a breach. This program offers legal and insurance perspectives on cyber risk in architecture, examining liability exposure, risky contract provisions, and mitigation strategies. A cyber insurance expert will explain policy responses, coverage gaps, coordination with professional liability, and best practices for aligning insurance with contractual risk and protecting firms from evolving cyber threats. Learning Objectives: Identify key cybersecurity and data privacy risks faced by architecture firms and explain how these risks can impact professional liability and project outcomes. Analyze common contractual provisions to determine which clauses may increase exposure to cyber incidents and propose strategies to mitigate these risks. Evaluate the scope and limitations of cyber insurance policies, including coordination with professional liability coverage, to determine how a policy would respond in a breach scenario. Develop actionable risk management strategies by integrating legal, contractual, and insurance considerations to protect sensitive client and project data.
  • Publications & News
    Offit Kurman Expands Los Angeles Presence with Second Office
    Offit Kurman Expands Los Angeles Presence with Second Office
  • Blog Posts
    Longclaw Loses Its Edge: Court Dismisses Game of Thrones Sword Copyright Claim
    Longclaw Loses Its Edge: Court Dismisses Game of Thrones Sword Copyright Claim
  • Blog Posts
    You Received an NJDEP AONOCAPA. What next?
    You Received an NJDEP AONOCAPA. What next?
  • Blog Posts
    Virginia’s 2026 Eviction Diversion Program: What Landlords Need to Know
    Welcome back to Offit Kurman’s 2026 Legislative Update Series. Sidney Washington discusses important changes to Virginia’s Eviction Diversion Program, including updated eligibility requirements, court notification procedures, and a revised payment plan structure. This installment explains how the new law affects housing providers, from the requirement to include program information with unlawful detainer summonses to the updated initial payment of 10% of the amount due, followed by three monthly installments. Learn what landlords and property managers need to know about court participation, tenant eligibility, accurate rent ledgers, and the procedures for handling successful plan completion or default. Follow the series for practical guidance on Virginia legislative changes and landlord compliance.
  • Publications & News
    Caroline Callahan to Receive Oligo Nation Inspiration Honor Award
    Caroline Callahan to Receive Oligo Nation Inspiration Honor Award
  • Publications & News
    Offit Kurman Attorneys Recognized in 2027 New Jersey Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists
    Offit Kurman Attorneys Recognized in 2027 New Jersey Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists
  • Publications & News
    Ian Bartman Appointed to Frederick Health Board of Directors
    Ian Bartman Appointed to Frederick Health Board of Directors