Atty. Lisa Y. Settles

Atty. Lisa Y. Settles

Lisa Y. Settles is a lawyer practicing defense, education, general litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Towson Towson 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Lisa Y. Settles at a glance

Lisa Y. Settles is a Member based in Towson, Maryland, practicing at Pessin Katz Law, P.A.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Maryland Supreme Court of the United States of America United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth (1995). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (JD, 1995) and Towson State University (Bachelor, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Associations •Baltimore County Bar Association •Maryland State Bar Association. Serands clients in Towson, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lisa Y. Settles is a lawyer practicing defense, education, general litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Lisa received a degree from Towson State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Lisa practices at Pessin Katz Law, P.A. in Towson, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa Y. Settles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa Y. Settles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Lisa Y. Settles is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Maryland →

Insurance Law

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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 Towson 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 Lisa Y. Settles

Where is Lisa Y. Settles's law office located?
Lisa Y. Settles's law practice is located in Towson, Maryland. The firm is Pessin Katz Law, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa Y. Settles handle?
Lisa Y. Settles focuses on employment, litigation, education, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Lisa Y. Settles practiced law?
Lisa Y. Settles has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Lisa Y. Settles go to law school?
Lisa Y. Settles earned their education at (JD, 1995); (Bachelor, 1988).
How can I contact Lisa Y. Settles for a consultation?
You can contact Lisa Y. Settles directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Lisa Y. Settles received?
Lisa Y. Settles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 1995
Bachelor
Towson State University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland Supreme Court of the United States of America United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth
Admitted: 1995

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