Sponsors

The AABA sponsorship program is a vital source of income for our bar association, making it possible for us to provide members with high-caliber programs each year. In addition, our strong partnerships with these sponsors help our members stay informed about new trends, services, and products that can assist them with their legal practice and firm management. We encourage our members to think of our sponsors first when the need for a new service arises.

Find out how your organization can become an AABA sponsor.

   


Platinum Sponsors

HeimLantz
HeimLantz CPAs & Advisors, LLC serves privately held businesses and their owners and high net worth families that need a financial partner to help them move from today to their goals. HeimLantz’s clients value its advice and proactively seek out the firm for assistance.
 
HeimLantz fulfills its purpose, “Making Lives Better,” for its clients by meticulously and dependably delivering a variety of customized services, including tax planning & tax compliance, wealth management, executive coaching, client accounting services, audit and attest services, succession & exit planning, and business valuation, among many others, including a specialty focus on federal government contractors.
 
Located in Annapolis, Maryland, Lexington Park, Maryland, and Alexandria, Virginia, HeimLantz has remained committed to continuous improvement for its team members, clients, and community for decades, and consistently develops new relationships and innovative methods to help the firm and its clients grow and thrive.
 

(410) 841-5575 (Annapolis)
(703) 299-6565 (Alexandria)
www.heimlantz.com/welcome/
   
 
Excelsia Injury Care / Multi-Specialty HealthCare
Excelsia Injury Care (formerly Multi-Specialty HealthCare) provides high-quality integrated healthcare to people suffering from neuro-musculoskeletal injuries and chronic conditions. Orthopedic Surgery – Pain Management – Chiropractic General Surgery – Physical Therapy – Internal Medicine Aquatic Therapy – Full Radiology Services – Independent Medical Examinations   Services are provided in more than 60 locations, throughout Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, Delaware and Pennsylvania.
 
Randy Waugh

410-980-6500 or (888) 807-2778  rwaugh@amm.bz  www.excelsiainjurycare.com


Smart Computing Solutions, Inc.
Smart Computing Solutions is an IT infrastructure consulting firm serving Maryland, Virginia and the D.C. area. Our focus is small to mid-size companies, representing a variety of business environments. Building on the concept of Outsourced “CTO”, we provide long-term technology assessments and solutions, helping you plan the future success of your business.

Our team consists of a variety of Microsoft, Dell, VMware, Sonicwall, (etc…) certified engineers, who strive to provide superior service, expertise and customized solutions.

111 Forbes Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 280-9622
rss@totallysmart.com
www.totallysmart.com
 
Council Baradel 
Council Baradel is a full-service law firm that has a long-established reputation for providing thorough, professional and cost-effective legal representation to businesses, financial institutions, governments, insurers and individuals. The makeup of our firm permits us to work with our clients to come up with solutions borne of an extensive knowledge of the law, a history of facing similar challenges, and the ability to put the right people in place for you and your legal budget.

Contact:  Mollie Walsh Beigel
410-268-6600
mwb@councilbaradel.com
www.councilbaradel.com
Vallit Dispute & Valuation Advisors
Vallit Dispute & Valuation Advisors is a leader in dispute consulting, business valuation and forensic accounting for law firms, corporate counsel, governmental agencies, public and private entities and individuals. Our senior team members have testified over 200 times in Federal, State and International courts. Our dispute expertise ranges from family law to complex commercial and intellectual property matters. In non-disputes, our valuation reports are relied on by estate and gift attorneys, auditors and decision makers for tax, financial reporting and transaction purposes.

One Annapolis St., #201
Annapolis, MD 21401
(443) 482-9500
info@vallitadvisors.com
www.vallitadvisors.com
 
 
Nota by M&T Bank

Nota is Banking Built for Solo and Small Law Firms
Anne Arundel Members receive a no-cost banking experience. 
Nota is delighted to partner with the Anne Arundel Bar. Nota is a no-cost cloud-based digital solution powered by M&T Bank. Nota offers business checking and trust account management that integrates into the workflow of your law firm. Easily set up categories and track income and expense items like payroll, rent, court fees, and client payments with no learning curve. Plus you can instantly transfer funds between your IOLTA and business checking account in a trackable, audit-ready format.
 
One of Nota’s key features is IOLTA management. Nota makes it seamless and efficient for attorneys to adhere to trust accounting requirements. No more using spreadsheets or ledgers to track your client balances. All money in and out of your IOLTA account can be assigned to a client matter and reconciled in real-time. Use Nota’s 3-way reconciliation report to support the reconciliation process. And you can print checks from your IOLTA to your home/office printer.

Nota connects with the tools you use every day like Clio, LawPay, and Quickbooks to eliminate time spent working between two systems and optimize your efficiency.

Nick Beardi, Attorney Banking Consultant
716-327-7029   nick@trustnota.com  www.trustnota.com

 


Gold Sponsors

Lombardo Ayers & Co., LLC

Lombardo Ayers provides expert tax, accounting, outsourced business valuation and litigation support, forensics, as well as business consulting services for individuals up to enterprise level businesses. We proudly offer the expertise of a larger firm while maintaining  the personal attention and responsiveness of a smaller firm.  Staffed with a dynamic group of certified public accountants and other professionals, we look beyond the surface to identify opportunities that help our clients optimize their tax and business planning goals.  Lombardo Ayers & Co. provides services to many attorney’s for their businesses as well as their clients, whether they be planning a start-up or an exit strategy. 


(443) 837-304    
AAyers@lombardoayers.com  
www.lombardoayers.com  


 

Frost Law

Frost Law is comprised of dedicated attorneys and CPAs who protect clients’ interests in the ever-changing world of tax, business, estate, and litigation. Our attorneys and professionals are widely recognized for their proven substantive as well as procedural capabilities and serve clients in Maryland, across the country, and around the globe.

(410) 497-5947

Glen.Frost@FrostTaxLaw.com
www.FrostTaxLaw.com

 

Planet Depos

Planet Depos is a global court reporting company, providing best-in-class court reporting, videography, videoconferencing, interpretation, and trial support services throughout the United States and abroad. The Company is headquartered in Washington, DC with locations around the globe. As a forward-thinking company, we are conversant with the latest technologies and work closely with clients to implement case-winning tools, including streaming text and video, realtime to iPads, mobile videoconferencing, and digital deposition exhibits.
 
At Planet Depos, we are passionate about what we do. We challenge the status quo and exceed the boundaries of our clients’ expectations. We work only with the most elite professionals and handle all the heavy lifting for our clients, without disappointment or unpleasant surprises.
 
Jessica M. York, Account Executive
202-744-5351   jessica.york@planetdepos.com   planetdepos.com

 


 

Merrill Murray McGehrin & Shiery

Nothing means more than earning our clients’ trust. After 60 years, we continue to deliver transparency, integrity and reliability to those who deserve nothing less – successful individuals, families and institutions that embrace a culture of philanthropy.
 
Ellen D. Shiery, CFP®, CDFA®
410-263-0128   ellen_shiery@ml.com  www.fa.ml.com/mms

 
 

Aligned Chiropractic

Aligned Chiropractic provides unparalleled quality chiropractic care alongside detailed, court-ready documentation, for auto injury, personal injury and worker’s comp patients. We understand the complexities of personal injury cases and the crucial need for precise, comprehensive medical records to support legal claims. Our experience allows us to employ the latest techniques and personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal recovery. By choosing Aligned Chiropractic, attorneys gain a trusted partner dedicated to facilitating client recovery and enhancing case outcomes with professional, reliable, and timely support. Our commitment to excellence in both patient care and legal documentation sets us apart as your ideal collaborator in auto injury, personal injury and worker’s comp cases.
 
Dr. Jasmine Morel, DC
301-534-1030, drjmorel@alignedchiropracticdc.com
www.alignedchiropracticdc.com

 


 

KingStreet Technology

King Street Technology was founded by three IT-industry veterans that provide custom IT solutions for small businesses in Anne Arundel County and beyond. With a background in the DoD sector, we provide enterprise-grade management and protection, customized to your specific needs, for your network and devices. Our approach to evaluating your company’s information needs and providing a solution emphasizes honesty, integrity, and simplicity


Steve Steffano, Partner
443-775-2025
sdsteffano@kingstreettech.com   www.kingstreettech.com

 

 

Silver Sponsors

ADP

ADP is a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration, and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics and compliance expertise. Our unmatched experience, deep insights and cutting-edge technology have transformed human resources from a back-office administrative function to a strategic business advantage

Brittany Fisher
(443) 618-0399
brittany.fisher@adp.com
www.adp.com

 

Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company

Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company (MLM) is a leading provider of lawyers’ professional liability insurance in Maryland. Since its founding in 1982, MLM has maintained its initial vision providing risk management and professional liability insurance from a company run by and for the benefit of lawyers. We strive to be a be a reliable, permanent resource for the Maryland legal community. Benefits to Maryland policyholders include stable underwriting, free CLEs and consistent dividend returns each year since 2002. With an AM BEST A (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating, MLM has the financial resources to protect your practice for many years to come. 


(443) 293-6038
Kiernan Waters
kwaters@mlmins.com

www.mlmins.com

 

First Citizens

First Citizens provides a full range of banking products and services to meet your individual or business financial needs. For more than 120 years, First Citizens Bank has been helping families and businesses do more with the money they earn, save and invest. In that time, we've built a solid track record of service, stability and reliability. We remain committed to smart, steady growth ... for our company and our customers alike.

Stacy Martin
(410) 571-1449
(305) 733-4733
Stacy.Martin@firstcitizens.com
www.FirstCitizens.com

 

The W Group of Next Step Realty

White Glove Service
Open communication each step of the process.   Independent communication with individual parties. Confidentiality. Full Time office support staff. Trusted network of professionals. Professional listings including photography, lawn signs, brochures and social media promotion when applicable. Seamless coordination among all parties.
When you partner with James Weiskerger and Kelly Schuit of the W Home Group, you will be confident you are working with the #1 team in Maryland.  $100M combined annual sales. Top 1% of agents nationwide. Specializing in off-market properties
 
When you partner with James Weiskerger and Kelly Schuit of the W Home Group, you will be confident you are working with the #1 team in Maryland.  $100M combined annual sales. Top 1% of agents nationwide. Specializing in off-market properties
 
 James Weiskerger, Owner + Associate Broker
James@thewhomegroup.com, (443) 928-3295
Kelly Schuit, Owner + Associate Broker
Kelly@thewhomegroup.com, (301) 758-6678
Lori Connolly, Director of Development
Lori@thewhomegroup.com, (781) 439-4186
www.thewhomegroup.com

PNC Bank

For more than 160 years, PNC Bank has been committed to providing our clients with great service and powerful financial expertise to help them meet their financial goals. We are proud of our longstanding history of supporting not only our customers but also our communities, employees and shareholders.
 
Grace Bowen
855-230-1057 or (cell) 410-919-7485
grace.bowen@pnc.com
businessbanker.pnc.com/grace.bowen  

 

Our Family Wizard

Working with clients on OurFamilyWizard, family law and mental health practitioners can help families move beyond conflict. The OurFamilyWizard application helps divorced or separated parents easily and effectively manage schedules, record expenses, create journal entries, share files, and accurately document communication while building toward an amicable co-parenting relationship.
 
 
Katrina Walker
(952) 548-8129 kvolker@ourfamilywizard.com  www.ourfamilywizard.com

 

Mid Atlantic Spinal 

Mid-Atlantic Spinal Rehab & Chiropractic is one of the fastest growing acute rehabilitation clinics in all of Maryland. Dr. Marc Gulitz founded the clinic in 2012 with a focus on the unique needs of injured patients in Baltimore. The clinic has grown to eight locations in Metropolitan Baltimore and is poised to soon expand further into Anne Arundel, Prince George’s, and Montgomery counties.
Mid-Atlantic Spinal Rehab & Chiropractic integrates traditional chiropractic care and physical therapy with medical co-management allowing patients the “best of both worlds” as they attempt to recover from their injuries. We routinely treat patients that have experienced injuries due to auto accidents, work-related injuries, and sports injuries. We routinely help patients recover from headaches, neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, hip pain and knee pain.

Karen Aguirre
443-447-2000 
karen@midatlanticspinalrehab.com.
 www.midatlanticspinalrehab.com

 

 


 


Blue Ribbon Sponsors

Insurance Force

Our business is to create marketable, cost effective ideas and solutions to assist our clients in risk management and acquiring and retaining a productive workforce. We will accomplish this through the selling and servicing of quality, reliable insurance products.
Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, Human Resources 
 
Ryan Stangle rstangle@insuranceforce.net
Melissa Tarawali  melissa@insuranceforce.net
410-268-6868
www.insuranceforce.net

Sandy Spring Bank

We offer a broad range of commercial banking, retail banking, mortgage and trust services. Through our subsidiaries, Rembert Pendleton JacksonWest Financial Services and Sandy Spring Insurance, we also offer a comprehensive menu of insurance and wealth management services. Whether you visit one of our convenient locations, connect with us online, or call our Client Service Center, you will see that we are not just a financial institution. We are not about deals and transactions. We are about lifelong interactions and making a difference in the lives of our clients, employees and community.

Isaac H. Sterbenz, Vice President, Senior Commercial Branch Manager
410-266-3000 ext. 6550     isterbenz@SandySpringBank.com
1.866.867.1570   www.SandySpringBank.com

 

Anne Arundel Counseling 

Anne Arundel Counseling is a group of clinical and forensic professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment to children, adolescents and adults through individual, family and group counseling.  Our mission is to provide thorough client assessment and comprehensive treatment and education to those seeking personal growth or suffering from a mental health disorder.  Todos los servicios ofrecieron en espanol.
  
Rebecca Mitch McKee
410-768-5988  rmitch@annearundelcounseling.com
www.annearundelcounseling.com