Atty. Lauri E. Cleary
Lauri E. Cleary is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Insurance and Litigation - Labor and Employment.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Bethesda, MD
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About Lauri E. Cleary at a Glance
Lauri E. Cleary is a criminal defense, employment, business, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland, practicing at Lerch, Early & Brewer Chartered. Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Serves clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lauri E. Cleary
- Lauri E. Cleary is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Insurance and Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Lauri E., who practices law in Bethesda, Maryland, has been recognized since 2018
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lauri E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Lauri E. Cleary's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lauri E. Cleary handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bethesda.
Criminal Defense in Bethesda
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Lauri E. Cleary is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →
Employment Law in Bethesda
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Lauri E. Cleary is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →
Business & Corporate Law in Bethesda
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Lauri E. Cleary is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →
White Collar Crimes in Bethesda
Lauri E. Cleary is one of 19,824 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Maryland →
Civil Litigation in Bethesda
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Lauri E. Cleary is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bethesda
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 Bethesda 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 venue, 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.
Bethesda Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bethesda-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bethesda Choose Lauri E. Cleary
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lauri E. Cleary's practice in the field of criminal defense, employment, business, white collar, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, employment, and business, Lauri E. Cleary can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bethesda
A Bethesda-based practice means Lauri E. Cleary attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Lauri E. Cleary Handles in Bethesda
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lauri E. Cleary has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Lauri E. Cleary directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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