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Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Announces Promotion of M. Clare Schuller to Partner

Clare Schuller regularly advises banks in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia on secured transactions and actively works in commercial and residential real estate purchase and lease transactions.

VIENNA, VA (January 10, 2025) – Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL), a renowned veteran-owned law firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of M. Clare Schuller to the position of Partner.   Clare Schuller has been an integral part of the Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig team since early 2024, consistently demonstrating exceptional legal skills, dedication to… Continue reading Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Announces Promotion of M. Clare Schuller to Partner

How a Commercial Loan Officer can save their Borrowers Recordation Tax on Maryland loans under $12.5 million.

How a Commercial Loan Officer can save their Borrowers Recordation Tax on Maryland loans under $12.5 million.

November 4, 2024 |  By: Clare Schuller   In Maryland the use of Indemnity Deeds of Trust are a simple path to save your borrowers $5 to $7 per thousand on their closing costs for commercial loans, but proper structuring of the transaction is essential to meet the statutory guidelines. If you structure the transaction… Continue reading How a Commercial Loan Officer can save their Borrowers Recordation Tax on Maryland loans under $12.5 million.

Opportunities in Distressed M&A: A Guide for Buyers

Opportunities in Distressed M&A: A Guide for Buyers

August 15, 2024 |  By: Clare Schuller   Distressed mergers and acquisitions (M&A) involve companies in financial or operational distress, potentially on the brink of insolvency or already grappling with significant debt burdens.   These transactions are typically characterized by the urgent need to prevent the target company from entering formal restructuring or bankruptcy, preserving… Continue reading Opportunities in Distressed M&A: A Guide for Buyers

Managing Reputational Risk in Corporate Transactions

Managing Reputational Risk in Corporate Transactions

August 8, 2024 |  By: Clare Schuller   For an organization to succeed in the market, it must have a solid reputation; negative public perception resulting from unethical conduct, adverse legal and regulatory actions, and harmful business practices can result in the loss of business, customers, and overall corporate value.   While these risks are… Continue reading Managing Reputational Risk in Corporate Transactions

An Overview of Key M&A Due Diligence Processes

An Overview of Key M&A Due Diligence Processes

July 1, 2024 |  By: Clare Schuller   Due diligence may not be glamorous, but it is the bedrock of a successful deal. Put simply, due diligence is the process of meticulously examining every nook and cranny of a target company’s operations, finances, and legal standing to ensure that a merger or acquisition is a… Continue reading An Overview of Key M&A Due Diligence Processes

Intern Program

As part of our effort to recruit, develop and retail the best and brightest attorneys, Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig offers a summer intern program for promising law school students who are looking to work as part of an innovative and incredibly successful team. With a global team of lawyers, selected candidates are able to work on high level projects in a collaborative space.

Paralegals and Legal Support Staff

At Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, our team of paralegals and staff work together collaboratively along side our attorneys toward a common goal. We have created a positive work environment where our paralegals and legal assistants work to successfully reach firm-wide goals and support each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance. They regularly assist our attorneys with organizing and maintaining files, conducting legal research, and preparing documents.