Atty. Jeffrey A. Kolender

Atty. Jeffrey A. Kolender

Jeffrey A. Kolender chairs the firm’s Estate Planning and Estate & Trust Administration practice groups.

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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey A. Kolender at a glance

Jeffrey A. Kolender is a trusts attorney based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC. Admitted to practice in Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at The University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Emory University (BA, 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Super Lawyers (2011-2015) (2026). Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jeffrey A. Kolender chairs the firm’s Estate Planning and Estate & Trust Administration practice groups
  • He concentrates primarily in those areas and also advises small businesses in tax business planning
  • A former chairman of the Estates and Trusts Section of the Montgomery County Bar Association, Mr. Kolender has participated as lecturer and co-author of outlines for several continuing legal education seminars regarding estate planning
  • His topics have included “Advising Clients About Transfers to Children and Grandchildren–Tax and Practical Considerations,” “Basic Estate Planning for the Small to Mid-Sized Estate,” “How to Give Away the Store: Succession Planning For Business Owners,” “Estate Planning for the Wealthy Client”, “Estate Planning and Myths” and “Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts-Traps for the Unwary.”

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A. Kolender's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey A. Kolender handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rockville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey A. Kolender

Where is Jeffrey A. Kolender's law office located?
Jeffrey A. Kolender's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A. Kolender handle?
Jeffrey A. Kolender focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
Where did Jeffrey A. Kolender go to law school?
Jeffrey A. Kolender earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (BA, 1980).
How can I contact Jeffrey A. Kolender for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey A. Kolender received?
Jeffrey A. Kolender's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Super Lawyers (2011-2015); Best Lawyers in America — Washington D.C. Super Lawyers (2011-2014); Best Lawyers in America — "Top Estate Lawyers" Bethesda Magazine.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
The University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1983
BA
Emory University
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Super Lawyers (2011-2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washington D.C. Super Lawyers (2011-2014)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Top Estate Lawyers" Bethesda Magazine
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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