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Adam Van Grack & Robb Longman Recognized as Maryland Super Lawyers for 2024
Once again, Longman & Van Grack attorneys Adam Van Grack and Robb Longman have been recognized by Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine as top attorneys in Maryland. Mr. Van Grack has been recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2024 in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Van Grack was previously recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” and "Washington DC Super Lawyers" for the past 3 years also in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Longman has been recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2024 in the area of Tax Law. Mr. Van Grack was previously recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” in 2023 also in the area of Tax Law. Additionally, Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine has featured Adam Van Grack in an article titled "Paddling ahead: Adam Van Grack flows through complex litigation just as he does whitewater rapids." The article describes Mr. Van Grack's passion for litigation and whitewater kayak. Specifically, the article notes: "Van Grack has grown a specialty in sports law. He has represented Olympians and other professional athletes, as well as team owners and athletic organizations." A recognition of “Super Lawyers” is an acknowledgment for Maryland attorneys that reflects the top five percent of attorneys who have attained a high-degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. The “Maryland Super Lawyers” selection process evaluates each attorney candidate through independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. “Maryland Super Lawyers” selections are made on an annual basis. "Super Lawyers" stated objective is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for those searching for legal counsel. Super Lawyers recognition is focused on specific categories and Mr. Van Grack has been recognized in the area of Civil Litigation. Adam Van Grack is the head of the Litigation Practice at…
Adam Van Grack & Robb Longman Recognized as Maryland Super Lawyers for 2023
Longman & Van Grack attorneys Adam Van Grack and Robb Longman have been recognized by Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine as top attorneys in Maryland. Mr. Van Grack has been recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2023 in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Van Grack was previously recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” and "Washington DC Super Lawyers" for the past 3 years also in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Longman has been recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2023 in the area of Tax Law. A recognition of “Super Lawyers” is an acknowledgment for Maryland attorneys that reflects the top five percent of attorneys who have attained a high-degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. The “Maryland Super Lawyers” selection process evaluates each attorney candidate through independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. “Maryland Super Lawyers” selections are made on an annual basis. "Super Lawyers" stated objective is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for those searching for legal counsel. Super Lawyers recognition is focused on specific categories and Mr. Van Grack has been recognized in the area of Civil Litigation. Adam Van Grack is the head of the Litigation Practice at Longman & Van Grack. Mr. Van Grack regularly assists individuals, corporations, and businesses on a broad range of lawsuits and complex civil litigation problems throughout Maryland and Montgomery County, in Maryland Circuit Court, Maryland District Court and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. Specifically, Adam has extensive experience in civil litigation, business law, appeals, environmental law, contract disputes, real estate/property law, and recreation law. Mr. Van Grack’s legal advice and legal opinions have been featured in many different national and local publications, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and…
Adam Van Grack Honored by 2022 Washington DC Super Lawyers
Washington DC Super Lawyers Magazine has recognized our Firm's litigation attorney Adam Van Grack as one of the top civil litigation attorneys in Washington DC. Specifically, Longman & Van Grack is proud to announce that Mr. Van Grack has been recognized, once again, as one of the “Washington DC Super Lawyers” for 2022 in the area of Civil Litigation. This is the third consecutive year that Mr. Van Grack has received this honor. Mr. Van Grack has also been recognized as one of the “Maryland Super Lawyers” in Civil Litigation since 2020. “Super Lawyers” is a honor and acknowledgment for Washington DC attorneys that reflects the top 5 percent of attorneys who have achieved a high degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. The “Washington DC Super Lawyers” selection process specifically evaluates each attorney candidate through independent research, peer evaluations, and peer nominations. “DC Super Lawyer” selections are made on an annual basis. “Washington DC Super Lawyer” objective is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding Washington DC attorneys that can be used as a resource for those searching for legal counsel. Adam Van Grack is a Managing Member of the Longman & Van Grack and the head of the Firm's Litigation and Disputes Practice at the firm. Mr. Van Grack regularly assists individuals, corporations, small businesses, and nonprofits on a broad range of disputes, lawsuits, and civil litigation problems throughout Washington DC, Maryland, and Montgomery County. Specifically, Adam has extensive experience in civil litigation, contract disputes, business law, appeals, property law, and recreation law. Mr. Van Grack’s legal opinions have been featured in many different national and local publications, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Baltimore Sun, and The Wall Street Journal.
Longman & Van Grack Hosts Business Law Event with Rockville Chamber of Commerce
On Tuesday, March 15, 2021, attorneys from Longman & Van Grack will be hosting a "Lunch & Learn" Event for the Rockville Chamber of Commerce on Legal Advice for Businesses Attorneys Robb Longman and Adam Van Grack will discuss many different legal concerns and legal issues that businesses should be aware of in order to ensure their success and avoid problems. The event will occur at 12:00 PM at at Trapezaria Mediterranean Kuzina in downtown Rockville. Among the issues that attorneys from Longman & Van Grack will discuss for the Rockville Chamber of Commerce are the following: contracts, filing compliance, lawsuits, corporate protection, employment agreements, employee manuals, releases given and received, record preservation, and state compliance. Mr. Longman and Mr. Van Grack will also end the presentation with a question and answer session on business law concerns. Register TODAY for tomorrow's "Lunch & Learn" Event through the Rockville Chamber of Commerce: REGISTER HERE Mr. Longman and Mr. Van Grack are the Managing Members of the Rockville-based and Bethesda-based business law firm of Longman & Van Grack. The attorneys at Longman & Van Grack regularly advise many different types companies and entrepreneurs on a broad range of corporate law, business law, and general counsel related services primarily throughout Maryland, DC, and Virginia. The Firm regularly advises business owners, entrepreneurs, and managers on business law, contracts, tax issues, litigation, legal agreements, purchase agreements, real estate matters, employment concerns, start-up assistance, entity formation, and other legal matters. The Rockville Chamber of Commerce is an integral part of Rockville’s past and is helping to shape its future. The Chamber serve as the voice of the thousands of businesses that proudly call Rockville their home. Longman & Van Grack has been a member of the Rockville Chamber of Commerce since 2014.
Adam Van Grack recognized as a Maryland Super Lawyers for 2022 in Civil Litigation
Once again, Longman & Van Grack litigation attorney Adam Van Grack has been recognized by Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine as a top civil litigation attorney in Maryland. Mr. Van Grack has been recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2022 in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Van Grack has been previously recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” and also a "Washington DC Super Lawyers" for 2021 also in the area of Civil Litigation. Longman & Van Grack is proud to have Mr. Van Grack as part of its litigation team. A recognition of “Super Lawyers” is an acknowledgment for Maryland attorneys that reflects the top 5% of Maryland attorneys who have attained a high-degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. The “Maryland Super Lawyers” selection process evaluates each attorney candidate through independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. “Maryland Super Lawyers” selections are made on an annual basis by the Super Lawyers staff and attorneys throughout the state. "Super Lawyers" own stated objective is to create a "credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys" that can be used as a resource for those searching for legal counsel. Super Lawyers recognition is always focused on specific categories, and Super Lawyers has recognized Mr. Van Grack in the area of Civil Litigation. Adam Van Grack is the head of the Litigation Practice at the Longman & Van Grack. Mr. Van Grack regularly assists individuals, corporations, and businesses on a broad range of legal issues and complex civil litigation matters throughout the State of Maryland and in Montgomery County, including Maryland Circuit Court, Maryland District Court and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. Specifically, Mr. Van Grack has extensive experience in civil litigation, business law, appeals, contract disputes, real estate/property law, and sports law. Mr. Van Grack’s legal advice and legal opinions…
Robb Longman Recognized by Bethesda Magazine in Tax Law
Bethesda Magazine sends surveys to over 1,800 attorneys who practice regularly in Montgomery County, Maryland asking those attorneys to recommend an attorney in 25 practice areas, including Tax Law. Longman & Van Grack attorney Robb Longman was recently selected by his as one of Bethesda Magazine's top attorneys in Tax Law. We are proud to have Robb as one of our attorneys. Robb Longman’s extensive background in all aspects of tax law provides him with the ability to advise his clients not just on the financial or corporate matters but the tax consequences of those matters as well. As head of the Longman & Van Grack’s Tax Practice, Robb is the former Chair of Maryland State Bar Association’s Tax Section, the Secretary of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Tax Section, and a regular speaker at tax seminars to attorneys and businesses on the latest tax law issues. Additionally, Robb has testified before the Maryland House of Delegates on tax legislation for the State of Maryland. Robb regularly works with his clients to devise strategies to help them minimize their taxes in their business or personal transactions. Robb Longman and each tax attorney at Longman & Van Grack works with each of our tax clients for proper tax planning and estate planning throughout Maryland. Robb Longman works directly with each of his clients to lessen the tax burdens and maximize the tax benefits associated with accomplishing each of their financial goals. Robb Longman understands that tax planning is part of running a financially-successful business, thus, Robb works to provide relevant and timely advice that fits with our clients overall vision.
Adam Van Grack recognized as a Maryland Super Lawyers for 2021 in Civil Litigation
Longman & Van Grack attorney Adam Van Grack has been, once again, recognized by Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine as a top civil litigation attorney in Maryland. Mr. Van Grack has been recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2021 in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Van Grack was previously recognized as a “Maryland Super Lawyers” and "Washington DC Super Lawyers" for 2020 also in the area of Civil Litigation. A recognition of “Super Lawyers” is an acknowledgment for Maryland attorneys that reflects the top five percent of attorneys who have attained a high-degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. The “Maryland Super Lawyers” selection process evaluates each attorney candidate through independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. “Maryland Super Lawyers” selections are made on an annual basis. "Super Lawyers" stated objective is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for those searching for legal counsel. Super Lawyers recognition is focused on specific categories and Mr. Van Grack has been recognized in the area of Civil Litigation. Adam Van Grack is the head of the Litigation Practice at the Longman & Van Grack. Mr. Van Grack regularly assists individuals, corporations, and businesses on a broad range of lawsuits and complex civil litigation problems throughout Maryland and Montgomery County, in Maryland Circuit Court, Maryland District Court and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. Specifically, Adam has extensive experience in civil litigation, business law, appeals, environmental law, contract disputes, real estate/property law, and recreation law. Mr. Van Grack’s legal advice and legal opinions have been featured in many different national and local publications, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Baltimore Sun.
Adam Van Grack Inducted into Jewish Sports Hall of Fame
Longman & Van Grack is proud to announce that our attorney, Adam Van Grack, will be inducted into the Greater Washington Jewish Sports Hall of Fame this weekend. The Greater Washington Jewish Sports Hall of Fame honors outstanding Jewish athletes and sports professionals who have strong ties to the Greater Washington Jewish community. Mr. Van Grack was featured this week on the cover of Washington Jewish Week for his Hall of Fame honor. Mr. Van Grack will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Dinner of Champions (held virtually) on Saturday, November 21, 2020. To attend the Dinner of Champions or support the event, please go to the event website: Dinner of Champions Event Site. Mr. Van Grack was nominated and selected to be inducted into the Hall of Fame as a competitor, champion, and administrator in canoe and kayak sports through and including the 2008, 2012, and 2016 Olympic Games. Specifically, in addition to Mr. Van Grack's own athletic achievements in the sport of canoeing and kayaking, Mr. Van Grack has been the President of the Mid-Atlantic U.S. Olympic Training Center and Chair of USA Canoe Kayak (U.S. National Governing Body) for the 2016 Olympic Games. In that capacity, Mr. Van Grack worked to assist canoe and kayak athletes at the Games, streamline the administration of all canoe and kayak sports in the United States, and make sure that canoe and kayak athletes’ rights were properly addressed nationally and internationally. Longman & Van Grack is also proud to be a Star Sponsor of the 2020 Dinner of Champions. The annual Dinner of Champions, occurring this year on November 21, 2020, which features the induction ceremony for the Hall of Fame, funds a program that enables children with disabilities to attend the the Greater Washington JCC’s day camp.…
Robb Longman Speaks about PPP Loan Forgiveness and Tax Relief under the CARES Act
On Monday, May 4, 2020, Longman & Van Grack Tax Attorney, Robb Longman, will be speaking on a panel for the ABA Section on Taxation regarding supplemental COVID-19 relief funding for businesses as part of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of the recently-passed CARES Act. Mr. Longman's panel will specifically focus on how business PPP borrowers can possibly optimize their specific use of the federal proceeds and -- at the same time -- maximize the loan forgiveness degree of the PPP. The discussion will cover the following: (1) the specific requirements for PPP loan forgiveness, (2) how to achieve tax-free PPP loan forgiveness, (3) how to maximize PPP loan forgiveness and minimizing PPP forgiveness pitfalls, (4) remediation of PPP forgiveness reductions, and (5) the PPP forgiveness application process. Mr. Longman's panel will also address the CARES Act's employee retention credit and Social Security tax deferral which exists under the CARES Act. You can register for Mr. Longman's program on Monday titled "The Road to PPP Loan Forgiveness and Payroll Tax Relief under the CARES Act" through this LINK. Robb Longman is the current Secretary of the ABA Section on Taxation and former Chair of the Maryland Bar Associations Tax Committee. Mr. Longman and the firm's other business law and tax law attorneys practice in all areas of taxation and business throughout Maryland and Washington DC. Contact us at (301) 291-5027 to have a virtual appointment regarding your tax, business, CARES Act, or Coronavirus matter with Mr. Longman or one of our other attorneys at our Maryland (Rockville or Bethesda) Offices or Washington DC Office.
Adam Van Grack Recognized by Washington DC Super Lawyers 2020
Washington DC Super Lawyers Magazine has recognized Longman & Van Grack litigation attorney Adam Van Grack as one of the top civil litigation attorney in Washington DC. Specifically, the firm is proud to announce that Mr. Van Grack has been recognized as one of the “Washington DC Super Lawyers” for 2020 in the area of Civil Litigation. Mr. Van Grack has also been recognized as one of the “Maryland Super Lawyers” for 2020 in Civil Litigation. “Super Lawyers” is an acknowledgment for Washington DC attorneys that reflects the top 5 percent of attorneys who have achieved a high degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. The “Washington DC Super Lawyers” selection process specifically evaluates each attorney candidate through independent research, peer evaluations, and peer nominations. “DC Super Lawyer” selections are made on an annual basis. “Washington DC Super Lawyer” objective is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding Washington DC attorneys that can be used as a resource for those searching for legal counsel. Adam Van Grack is a Managing Member of the Longman & Van Grack and the head of the Litigation Practice at the firm. Mr. Van Grack regularly assists individuals, corporations, small businesses, and nonprofits on a broad range of lawsuits and civil litigation problems throughout Maryland and Montgomery County. Specifically, Adam has extensive experience in civil litigation, contract disputes, business law, appeals, property law, and recreation law. Mr. Van Gracks’s legal opinions have been featured in many different national and local publications, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Baltimore Sun, and The Wall Street Journal.
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