Jeffrey M. Jeff Schwaber

Jeffrey M. Jeff Schwaber

Commercial Litigation

4.0 (1 reviews)
Rockville, Maryland
42+ years experience
Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC
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1101 Wootton Parkway, Suite 700, Rockville, MD 20852
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In Jeff Schwaber’s nearly thirty years at Stein Sperling, he has established a stellar reputation not only for his record in the courtroom, but also for creatively and successfully resolving complex business, employment and commercial litigation cases. An exceptionally talented trial lawyer who prides himself on applying innovative strategies to intricate corporate matters, Jeff delights in “solving unsolvable problems.”Having grown up in a family of doctors who were passionate about helping people through myriad challenges, Jeff felt strongly about forging a similar path of care and assistance. He found his calling in the law, and works indefatigably on behalf of his clients. Jeff joined Stein Sperling after observing the camaraderie and connection that pervaded the firm, seeing in it a place that openly valued exactly what he did. He considers it the best professional decision of his life and to this day is inspired by the professional pride and commitment to each other that defines the Stein Sperling team.With a focus on complex corporate disputes, Jeff represents local and national companies in a broad range of business, employment, technology, intellectual property and real estate matters. He has been called on by the courts to serve as Special Discovery Master in complex litigation; has been engaged as a private arbitrator in multi-party litigation; and was an integral part of the team that won the largest civil jury verdict in the history of the Montgomery County Circuit Court, vindicating the rights of an individual inventor against an enormous corporate defendant.Jeff believes strongly that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to any situation and that each of his clients knows and believes that their case is being attended to, respected and proactively addressed. He is driven by a desire to deeply understand every aspect of each client’s case to help them clarify and hone their goals. He believes that by cultivating a relationship of open communication and trust with his clients, he can help alleviate some of the inevitable stress that comes with the territory of hiring a litigator. In Jeff Schwaber’s nearly thirty years at Stein Sperling, he has established a stellar reputation not only for his record in the courtroom, but also for creatively and successfully resolving complex business, employment and commercial litigation cases. An exceptionally talented trial lawyer who prides himself on applying innovative strategies to intricate corporate matters, Jeff delights in “solving unsolvable problems.”Having grown up in a family of doctors who were passionate about helping people through myriad challenges, Jeff felt strongly about forging a similar path of care and assistance. He found his calling in the law, and works indefatigably on behalf of his clients. Jeff joined Stein Sperling after observing the camaraderie and connection that pervaded the firm, seeing in it a place that openly valued exactly what he did. He considers it the best professional decision of his life and to this day is inspired by the professional pride and commitment to each other that defines the Stein Sperling team.With a focus on complex corporate disputes, Jeff represents local and national companies in a broad range of business, employment, technology, intellectual property and real estate matters. He has been called on by the courts to serve as Special Discovery Master in complex litigation; has been engaged as a private arbitrator in multi-party litigation; and was an integral part of the team that won the largest civil jury verdict in the history of the Montgomery County Circuit Court, vindicating the rights of an individual inventor against an enormous corporate defendant.Jeff believes strongly that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to any situation and that each of his clients knows and believes that their case is being attended to, respected and proactively addressed. He is driven by a desire to deeply understand every aspect of each client’s case to help them clarify and hone their goals. He believes that by cultivating a relationship of open communication and trust with his clients, he can help alleviate some of the inevitable stress that comes with the territory of hiring a litigator. In Jeff Schwaber’s nearly thirty years at Stein Sperling, he has established a stellar reputation not only for his record in the courtroom, but also for creatively and successfully resolving complex business, employment and commercial litigation cases. An exceptionally talented trial lawyer who prides himself on applying innovative strategies to intricate corporate matters, Jeff delights in “solving unsolvable problems.” Having grown up in a family of doctors who were passionate about helping people through myriad challenges, Jeff felt strongly about forging a similar path of care and assistance. He found his calling in the law, and works indefatigably on behalf of his clients. Jeff joined Stein Sperling after observing the camaraderie and connection that pervaded the firm, seeing in it a place that openly valued exactly what he did. He considers it the best professional decision of his life and to this day is inspired by the professional pride and commitment to each other that defines the Stein Sperling team. With a focus on complex corporate disputes, Jeff represents local and national companies in a broad range of business, employment, technology, intellectual property and real estate matters. He has been called on by the courts to serve as Special Discovery Master in complex litigation; has been engaged as a private arbitrator in multi-party litigation; and was an integral part of the team that won the largest civil jury verdict in the history of the Montgomery County Circuit Court, vindicating the rights of an individual inventor against an enormous corporate defendant. Jeff believes strongly that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to any situation and that each of his clients knows and believes that their case is being attended to, respected and proactively addressed. He is driven by a desire to deeply understand every aspect of each client’s case to help them clarify and hone their goals. He believes that by cultivating a relationship of open communication and trust with his clients, he can help alleviate some of the inevitable stress that comes with the territory of hiring a litigator.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Commercial Litigation
  • Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Recognized: Litigation - Real Estate
  • Best Lawyers (2020)
  • Maryland Super Lawyer (2007-2018); Top 50 Attorneys in Maryland (2010-2011); Top 100 Attorneys in Maryland (2013-2018)
  • Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer (2007-2011, 2013-2018); Top 100 Attorneys in Washington, D.C. (2010-2011, 2016-2018)
  • Super Lawyers Business Edition; Top Attorneys in Business Litigation (2014-2016)
  • Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition; Featured Attorneys in Business Litigation (2008-2009, 2013); Top Attorneys in Business Litigation (2010)
  • Montgomery County, Maryland Bar Foundation, Bar Leader
  • American Trial Lawyers Association, Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Maryland
  • SmartCEO magazine, Greater Washington Legal Elite
  • SmartCEO magazine, Power Players Finalist (2013)
  • The Daily Record, Leadership in Law Award (2013)
  • Martindale-Hubbell, AV Preeminent peer review rating

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020

Education

  • Harvard University, B.A. (cum laude), graduated 1983
  • Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1988

Reviews

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Nancy Cruz

2 weeks ago

A Trusted Advocate for Complex Business and Employment Matters

After a contentious partnership dispute threatened to derail our family-owned commercial real estate development company, we turned to Jeff Schwaber. His 42 years of experience, particularly his recognition in commercial and real estate litigation, were immediately evident. He didn't just see the legal battle; he understood the underlying business pressures and personal relationships at stake. Jeff leveraged his deep knowledge from Georgetown Law and his decades at Stein Sperling to craft a strategy that was both aggressive in protecting our interests and pragmatic. He successfully navigated us toward a mediated settlement that preserved critical assets and allowed us to move forward, avoiding a protracted and costly court fight. His creative approach to resolving this complex situation was exactly what we needed. While his expertise is unquestionable, there were occasional delays in email responses during particularly busy periods, which required a follow-up call. Overall, Jeff is a consummate professional. His blend of Harvard-educated intellect and practical, Maryland-based courtroom savvy makes him an invaluable resource for any business facing serious legal challenges.

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