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Raymond J. Sherbill, Business Attorney in Bethesda, Maryland

focused on Business, Family Law, and Tax

Bethesda, MD

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Raymond J. Sherbill is an attorney based in Bethesda, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Tax.

Based in
Bethesda, MARYLAND
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Family Law · Tax
  • Handles Business, Family Law, and Tax matters from Bethesda, MARYLAND.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Washington (D.C.) (2025).

About Raymond J. Sherbill: Raymond J. Sherbill is an attorney based in Bethesda, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Tax.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Raymond takes on

Raymond concentrates on business, family law, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Raymond handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Bethesda, Maryland

Raymond takes business matters in Bethesda, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Raymond agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Bethesda, Maryland

Raymond takes family law matters in Bethesda, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Raymond agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Bethesda, Maryland

Raymond takes tax matters in Bethesda, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Raymond agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Raymond J. Sherbill — business lawyer in Bethesda

Raymond J. Sherbill is an attorney based in Bethesda, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Tax.

Raymond J. Sherbill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law and Tax Law.

Raymond J., 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 Raymond J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Raymond's approach to business cases

Raymond J. Sherbill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law and Tax Law. Raymond J., 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 Raymond J. is held by other top lawyers in the…

The kind of cases Raymond takes

Raymond reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, family law, and tax matters in Bethesda and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The George Washington University

    J.D. · 1982

Raymond studied at J.D. in The George Washington University.

Law school and academic background

Raymond completed J.D. in The George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Raymond runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Raymond has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Washington (D.C.)

    2025

  • Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Government Contracts

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Washington (D.C.) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026).

Locations

Raymond J. Sherbill's office in Bethesda

Raymond's primary office is at 7600 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 700, Bethesda, Maryland, 20814-3663. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

7600 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 700

Bethesda, Maryland 20814-3663

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Hiring guide

How to hire Raymond J. Sherbill — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Raymond usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Raymond charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raymond's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Raymond will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Bethesda, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Raymond

Raymond discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Raymond confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Raymond's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Raymond J. Sherbill

  • How much does it cost to hire Raymond for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Raymond walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Raymond offer a free consultation?

    Raymond charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raymond's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Raymond's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Raymond gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Raymond take my case if I'm outside Bethesda?

    Raymond is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Raymond will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Raymond?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Raymond will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Raymond accepting new business clients right now?

    Raymond's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Bethesda, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland

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