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Leading Lawyers in Annapolis, MD


Full-Service Representation Backed by 250+ Years of Combined Experience

Located steps from the Anne Arundel County Circuit Courthouse, HBD Law has served Annapolis and the surrounding areas for generations.

Your Trusted Full-Service Law Firm in Annapolis

Hillman, Brown & Darrow, P.A. is one of Annapolis’s most established and respected law firms. With roots dating back to 1929, our attorneys provide comprehensive counsel across litigation, family law, real estate, estates and trusts, business law, personal injury, and more. We are committed to practical solutions, exceptional communication, and results for our clients.

Our Legal Services

We proudly offer a full range of legal services for individuals, families, and businesses

  • Family Law & Divorce

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  • Wills, Estates & Trusts

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  • Alcohol Beverage Licenses

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  • Criminal & Traffic Matters

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  • Property & Real Estate

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  • Business and Corporations

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  • Accidents & Workers Compensation

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  • Appeals

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History, News & Awards

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Established in Annapolis in 1929, Hillman, Brown & Darrow has proudly served the city and its residents for generations.

Meet Our Attorneys

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Samuel J. Brown

One of the most respected attorneys in Annapolis, Mr. Brown has received many accolades and awards in his 40 plus years of practice

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Dan Mellin

Daniel Mellin has concentrated in real estate and business law and probate in Anne Arundel County over the past 35+ years.

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M. Evelyn Spurgin

It is the personal connections that Annapolis attorney M. Evelyn Spurgin forms with clients that fuels her passion to fight hard and represent them most effectively.

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Jonathan E. Pasterick

Mr. Pasterick’s approach is to offer concise and effective counsel primarily focusing on estate planning, construction, real estate, and corporate business.

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Steps from the Annapolis Courthouse

We are conveniently located just steps away from the Anne Arundel County Circuit Courthouse, making us easily accessible for clients throughout Annapolis and the surrounding region.

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