Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC

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  • Established in 2015
  • Firm Size 7
  • The firm represents individual and corporate clients in complex civil litigation and business transactions. All of the attorneys work diligently to achieve the best result for our clients in the most cost effective manner.

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    4.9/5.0 (95)
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About this firm

Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC was formed on March 1, 2019, when Stephen Stern joined partners Jonathan Kagan, Michael Marinello, and Ryan Beard at Kagan Law Group in Annapolis.

Kagan Stern’s business law practice includes business formation, stockholder and operating agreements, stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, security agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and loan and financing transactions. The firm also drafts and reviews licensing agreements and customer and vendor contracts.

The firm’s employment law practice involves advising businesses and individuals on nearly all aspects of the employment relationship. The firm’s attorneys draft and review employment agreements, non-solicitation and non-competition agreements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, severance agreements, employee handbooks, and employment policies. They also advise on matters such as wage and hour compliance, discrimination and leave laws, and privacy issues. The firm’s lawyers also are trained and experienced in conducting confidential internal investigations for businesses regarding potential violations of employment laws and other sensitive business matters.

The scope of real estate matters includes drafting and negotiation of commercial and residential sale contracts, commercial leases, and property settlements.

When litigation arises or becomes necessary, the firm’s experienced trial attorneys handle a wide variety of civil cases in trial and appellate courts, as well as in arbitration and before governmental agencies or boards. Kagan Stern’s trial attorneys are experienced in handling cases involving business, employment, trusts and estates, and real estate matters.

The combination of trial, business, and employment experience have made the attorneys at Kagan Stern an ideal choice for companies to serve as outside general counsel and work with management on a regular basis to address their particular legal needs. The firm consists of dedicated, hardworking, creative legal minds that can be trusted to solve complex legal problems. Each attorney is dedicated to providing top quality legal services to our clients and successfully achieving their legal goals in a cost-efficient manner.
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Areas of Practice (10)

  • Business and Commercial Litigation
  • Employment Litigation
  • Employment Consulting
  • Employee Handbooks, Agreements and Policies
  • General Corporate Law
  • Fiduciary and Trust Litigation
  • Real Estate and Construction Litigation
  • Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
  • Military Law
  • Real Estate Transactions

People (7)

Jonathan P. Kagan: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Jonathan P. Kagan
Member
4.9
47 Reviews
Annapolis, MD

Business and Commercial Litigation, Employment Litigation, Employment Consulting, Employee Handbooks, Agreements and Policies, General Corporate, Fiduciary and Trust Litigation, Real Estate and Construction Litigation, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death View More

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Stephen Stern: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Stephen Stern
Member
5.0
1 Review
Annapolis, MD

Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Employment/Labor

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Ryan M. Beard: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Ryan M. Beard
Member
5.0
26 Reviews
Annapolis, MD

Generate Corporate, Employment Consulting, Employee Handbooks, Agreements and Policies, Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Loans View More

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Michael J. Marinello: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Michael J. Marinello
Member
4.8
21 Reviews
Annapolis, MD

Business and Commercial Litigation, Employment Litigation, Employment Consulting, Employee Handbooks, Agreements and Policies, General Corporate, Fiduciary and Trust Litigation, Real Estate and Construction Litigation, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, Military Law View More

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Meagan O. Cooper: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Meagan O. Cooper
Associate
No Reviews
Annapolis, MD

Business and Commercial Litigation, Employment Litigation, Employment Consulting, Employee Handbooks, Agreements and Policies, General Corporate, Fiduciary and Trust Litigation, Real Estate and Construction Litigation, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death View More

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Patrick W. Daley: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Patrick W. Daley
Associate
No Reviews
Annapolis, MD

Business and Commercial Litigation, Employment Litigation, Employment Consulting, Employee Handbooks, Agreements and Policies, General Corporate, Fiduciary and Trust Litigation, Real Estate and Construction Litigation, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death View More

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Travis J. Martz: Attorney with Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC
Travis J. Martz
Of Counsel
No Reviews
Annapolis, MD

General Corporate, Real Estate Transactions, Automotive Law, Lobbying, Sports Agency Law View More

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (95 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Michael J. Marinello by a Managing Partner on 11/30/17 in Commercial Litigation

    I have worked with Mike on many cases. He is always responsive to clients and highly ethical in his dealings with clients and other attorneys. He is well prepared and can communicate complex issues in a way that allows clients to understand and par... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Attorney on 11/30/17 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Principal on 11/21/17 in Litigation

    In addition to being an excellent lawyer from a technical standpoint, Jonathan is a compassionate individual who is an excellent communicator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Partner on 11/20/17 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Managing Partner on 11/06/17 in Litigation

    Jonathan is a fine lawyer. Jonathan is an excellent litigator, and he is a valuable and active member of the legal community.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Attorney on 11/06/17 in Labor and Employment

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Attorney on 11/06/17 in Business Law

    I have referred several business cases to Jon and his firm and he has done stellar work. Jon is highly respected amongst his peers and has the best reputation. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Jon to potential clients and other lawyers.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Partner on 11/05/17 in Litigation

    Jon is a terrific attorney. Diligent, resourceful and quick on his feet. Excellent attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Managing Partner on 10/29/17 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Review for Jonathan P. Kagan by a Of Counsel on 10/27/17 in Business Law

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