Carney, Kelehan, Bresler, Bennett and Scherr has earned its reputation for excellence and unparalleled client service by providing legal services to businesses, individuals and families in the Baltimore and Washington area for more than four decades.
As a mid-sized law firm, CarneyKelehan combines the expertise of the firm’s tested veterans with the know-how and energy of our vibrant young professionals. The combination endows CarneyKelehan with the ability to respond seamlessly and completely to the particular and changing needs of our clients and our community.
Formerly known as Reese & Carney, the firm adopted the name Carney, Kelehan, Bresler, Bennett and Scherr in 2008 in recognition of the contributions of its seasoned, active partners and to reflect the broad expertise and geographical reach of the firm throughout Maryland.
Located between Washington’s suburbs and the state’s largest city, Baltimore, and just a short distance from Annapolis, our state capital, CarneyKelehan makes its home in Howard County, Maryland, where new and old meet, and where the traditions of small town life combine with active growing suburbs and smaller cities like Columbia. The firm’s second home in Annapolis provides geographic reach and proximity to state government.
CarneyKelehan has developed a thriving general law practice with several sub-specialties that build on the firm’s interactive relationship with its community. CarneyKelehan attorneys are experienced in education, public school, real estate, land use and zoning, trusts and estates, taxation, business, labor, personal injury, worker’s compensation and litigation in state and federal courts. All of the firm’s partners are active participants within the community serving on numerous community organizations and boards such as the Economic Development Authority, Arc of Maryland, the Howard County Housing Commission, and the Howard County Library Board of Trustees.
CarneyKelehan is known for its consummate professionals, best-in-class client service, and collegiality that promotes trust and earns the respect and admiration of our clients.