Overview
Pessin Katz Law, P.A. (PK Law) is the eighth largest law firm in the Baltimore area and has been serving clients for over thirty five years. With offices in Towson, Columbia, and Belcamp, PK Law is comprised of over 50 lawyers, paralegals and law clerks, whose practices span the legal field. Practice areas include corporate and business law, real estate, education law, estate planning, elder law, labor and employment, litigation, insurance law and medical malpractice defense. PK Law’s size, diversity and team approach provide clients with confidence. They know they can rely on PK Law to help them navigate a myriad of legal issues—throughout their lives.
Rankings
National
Tier
2
National Ranking
Sports LawRegional
Baltimore
Tier
1
Baltimore
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)Tier
1
Baltimore
Commercial LitigationTier
1
Baltimore
Corporate LawTier
1
Baltimore
Education LawTier
1
Baltimore
Insurance LawTier
1
Baltimore
Litigation - Health CareAbout Our Clients
Representative Clients:
Advance Business
Beverage Capital Corp.
Board of Education of Baltimore County
Church Mutual Insurance Company
DavCo Restaurants, Inc.
DeChiaro Properties
Gerling America Insurance Company
Guest Services, Inc.
Harford Mutual Insurance Company
Johns Hopkins Health Systems
Johns Hopkins University
Liberty Mutual Group
Maryland Association of Boards of Education Group Insurance Pool
Mercy Medical Center
MICROS Systems, Inc.
Nationwide Insurance Company
Shell Oil Company
Stevenson University
Tate-Andale, Inc.
The Medical Protective Company
University of Maryland Medical Systems
U.S. Naval Academy
Advance Business
Beverage Capital Corp.
Board of Education of Baltimore County
Church Mutual Insurance Company
DavCo Restaurants, Inc.
DeChiaro Properties
Gerling America Insurance Company
Guest Services, Inc.
Harford Mutual Insurance Company
Johns Hopkins Health Systems
Johns Hopkins University
Liberty Mutual Group
Maryland Association of Boards of Education Group Insurance Pool
Mercy Medical Center
MICROS Systems, Inc.
Nationwide Insurance Company
Shell Oil Company
Stevenson University
Tate-Andale, Inc.
The Medical Protective Company
University of Maryland Medical Systems
U.S. Naval Academy
Select Clients
AXA Global Risks (UK) Ltd. Beverage Capital Corp. Board of Education of Baltimore County Church Mutual Insurance Company DavCo Restaurants, Inc. DeChiaro Properties Gerling America Insurance Company Guest Services, Inc. Johns Hopkins Health Systems Maryland Association of Boards of Education Group Insurance Pool Nationwide Insurance Company Shell Oil Company Tate-Andale, Inc. The Medical Protective Company University of Maryland Medical Systems
Highlighted Client Comments
These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Pessin Katz Law's immense subject knowledge paired with the connections and experience with the local legal community including plaintiffs, judges, mediators, etc. is invaluable.
Julie Yonce
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Mairi Pat Maguire is a rock star! Pessin Katz Law is extremely professional and knowledgeable.
Insurance Law
Patricia Lambert and her insurance practice team at Pessin Katz Law are an invaluable source of information based on many years of experience dealing with insurance defense matters in both State and federal Courts as well as administrative matters before various State agencies. Patricia not only provides sound legal advice, but often recommends unique resolutions to avoid conflicts and settle cases quickly and cost effectively.
Gabrielle Lynch, Esquire
Nationwide Insurance CompanyMedical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Pessin Katz Law is very aggressive in defending cases and offers highly skilled litigators. It is very client-centered and creative in defense and goes above and beyond in meeting the needs of the health care providers they represent.
Susan Kinter
Maryland Medicine Comprehensive Insurance ProgramMedical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Fantastic attorneys. I have been extremely impressed with their professionalism and knowledge of the medical and legal issues involved in our cases. Their dedication in guiding our health-care-provider insureds through the often intimidating and overwhelming legal process provides an additional layer of satisfaction that reflects well on my company. That, coupled with the consistently optimal results they obtain in our cases, makes them a firm I'm very pleased to have on my defense panel.
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Fantastic attorneys. I have been extremely impressed with their professionalism and knowledge of the medical and legal issues involved in our cases. Their dedication in guiding our health-care-provider insureds through the often intimidating and overwhelming legal process provides an additional layer of satisfaction that reflects well on my company. That, coupled with the consistently optimal results they obtain in our cases, makes them a firm I'm very pleased to have on my defense panel.
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Natalie Magdeburger of Pessin Katz Law has represented our group on multiple occasions. She is responsive, thorough, and sensitive to the needs of our doctors. She has successfully defended us in varied types of cases. Recommend very highly.
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
The medical malpractice defense group at PK Law is extraordinary. In particular, Natalie Magneburger has become an indispensable member of our internal risk management team and she (and her colleagues) go the extra mile each and every day to help our company improve its performance, to help our providers mitigate risk, and to attain outcomes that are financially beneficial for the defense. We have been consistently impressed by PK Law’s expertise, professionalism, and partnership and look forward to a long relationship.
Ashley Long
AdfinitasCommercial Litigation
Excellent, professional, timely , and cost efficient legal services. I have had cases with and against many members of this firm and I have the highest respect for the firm itself and its individual members.
Carl Gold
Carl Gold LawEducation Law
Thoroughly knowledgeable and consummate professionals.
Steve Bounds
MABEMedical Malpractice Law - Defendants
After 35 years in practice, I have met many trial lawyers. Natalie Magdeburger of Pessin Katz Law is the best trial lawyer I know. She is creative and brings terrific energy and motivation to the task.
Insurance Law
Patricia Lambert, of Pessin Katz Law, is an excellent attorney specializing in insurance issues. She is not only a skilled litigator, but she provides useful advice and unique resolution strategies.
Gabrielle Lynch, Esquire
Nationwide Insurance CompanyLitigation - Labor and Employment
I have always been very satisfied with the attorneys I have engaged at the Pessin Katz Law firm; both from a responsiveness and results basis.
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
The attorney at Pessin Katz Law is extremely knowledgeable and responsive, and a pleasure to work with.
Insurance Law
I have always been very satisfied with the attorneys I have engaged at the Pessin Katz Law firm; both from a responsiveness and results basis.
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Pessin Katz Law attorney Joan Cerniglia-Lowensen and her team are knowledgeable and have been responsive, effective, and forthright. We rely on their counsel and experience in the Baltimore area and have not been disappointed.
Commercial Litigation
I have always been very satisfied with the attorneys I have engaged at the Pessin Katz Law firm; both from a responsiveness and results basis.
Rankings
National
Tier
2
National Ranking
Sports LawRegional
Baltimore
Tier
1
Baltimore
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)Tier
1
Baltimore
Commercial LitigationTier
1
Baltimore
Corporate LawTier
1
Baltimore
Education LawTier
1
Baltimore
Insurance LawTier
1
Baltimore
Litigation - Health CareTier
1
Baltimore
Litigation - InsuranceTier
1
Baltimore
Litigation - Labor and EmploymentTier
1
Baltimore
Medical Malpractice Law - DefendantsTier
1
Baltimore
Professional Malpractice Law - DefendantsTier
1
Baltimore
Sports LawTier
2
Baltimore
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses LawTier
2
Baltimore
Criminal Defense: White-CollarTier
2
Baltimore
Environmental LawTier
2
Baltimore
Family LawTier
2
Baltimore
Health Care LawTier
2
Baltimore
Litigation - EnvironmentalTier
2
Baltimore
Personal Injury Litigation - DefendantsTier
2
Baltimore
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
2
Baltimore
Professional Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsTier
2
Baltimore
Real Estate LawTier
3
Baltimore
Criminal Defense: General PracticePractice Areas
Pessin Katz Law PA has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 22 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Business Services
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Corporate Law
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Education Law
- Elder Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Environmental Law
- Health Care Law
- Insurance
- Insurance Law
- Labor and Employment Law - Management
- Leisure and Hospitality Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Real Estate Law
- Sports Law
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Pessin Katz Law PA proudly has 21 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Client Comments
A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
Awards
Pessin Katz Law PA is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Pessin Katz Law PA has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Pessin Katz Law PA continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
US News/Best Lawyers National Top-Tier Ranking for Professional Malpractice Law - Defense
Offices & Contacts
Towson, MD
901 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 500
Towson, MD 21204
United States
Belcamp, MD
4690 Millennium Drive
Suite 200
Belcamp, MD 21017
United States
Columbia, MD
5950 Symphony Woods
Suite 510
Columbia, MD 21044
United States