Bio
A highly motivated and skilled advocate, TJ is an attorney in RMG’s Litigation and Financial Services practice groups. TJ regularly represents clients in significant civil disputes throughout the Maryland State and Federal courts, often involving business contracts, loans, bankruptcy, commercial and residential leases, real and personal property, corporate misconduct, government takings, and tax appraisals. TJ brings a unique perspective as a U.S. Navy veteran alongside an exceptional work ethic and extensive experience in the courtroom. His tactical acumen, interpersonal skills, and ability to respond rapidly to changing situations have directly translated to successful outcomes for his clients. Although TJ’s main focus is civil litigation, he excels at meeting clients’ needs in other capacities outside of the courtroom, and he goes above and beyond to promote his clients’ interests in any legal matter.
Prior to joining RMG, TJ graduated from the United States Naval Academy, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and his Commission as a Surface Warfare Officer. He then completed six years of active duty, including two deployments to the Middle East, and received numerous personal and unit awards during his service. He then received his Honorable Discharge and transitioned out of the military to pursue a legal career. TJ attended the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, during which time he worked for the Office of the Attorney General – Maryland Department of the Environment, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Litigation Department, a prominent Baltimore litigation firm, and the Maryland Environmental Law Clinic. After graduating law school, TJ was a judicial clerk for the Hon. Richard R. Trunnell in the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County.
TJ lives in Baltimore City with his family. In his free time, he enjoys strength sports, video games, hiking, and boating on the Chesapeake Bay.
Practice Groups
Bar Admissions
- Maryland
- U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Maryland
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Education
- University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, J.D. (2021)
- United States Naval Academy, B.S., with merit (2012)
- Board of Directors, Sail Baltimore (2023-present)
- Member, U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association
- Member, Navy Rugby Alumni Association
- Member, Maryland State Bar Association
- Member, Anne Arundel County Bar Association
- Member and Events Chair for the Young Lawyers Division Council, Bar Association of Baltimore City
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America – Commercial Litigation (2026)
- Super Lawyers Rising Star: Civil Litigation (2025)
- University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
- Environmental Law Certificate
- Public Service Award
- Litigation and Advocacy Award
- United States Navy
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2)
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2)
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (2)
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Experience
- Represents financial institutions and other lenders in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts to resolve loan defaults.
- Represented former board members of a family business in a shareholder dispute defending against multi-million dollar claims of fraud, civil conspiracy, and breaches of fiduciary duties resulting in a favorable judgment on all claims.
- Represents municipalities and taxpayers in real estate and personal property tax assessment disputes, including one property valued in excess of $1 billion.
- Represented a private utility company in the acquisition of two properties by a federal condemnation action and successful negotiation of a just compensation award.
- Represented condominium associations and homeowners associations for claims concerning contractual property rights, individual property rights under the Real Property Code, and property damage.
- Secured a six-figure settlement for unpaid work by a property owner in the representation of a multi-state commercial restoration, construction, and roofing company to establish a mechanic’s lien.
- Represented local and national business owners against premises liability claims arising from sudden violent incidents on their properties, along with related claims for indemnity, contribution, and breach of contract.
- Represented a local environmental organization in appealing a special exception that allowed the continued operation of a coal-ash dump site contaminating local groundwater and air with toxins.
- Represented a prominent plumbing company in several contract disputes and allegations of property damage.
- Represented several Boards of Education and their respective employees throughout Maryland for various tort and constitutional claims.
- Represented construction companies in high-value, complex multi-party actions involving breach of contract, negligence, indemnity, and insurance coverage issues.
- Represented a major home goods supplier defending a products liability personal injury claim.
- Represented real estate investment trusts in claims against commercial tenants for violating leases, failing to pay rent, or refusing to vacate.