About Marc J.
Marc J. Smith is an attorney based in Rockville, Maryland, with over 35 years of experience in employment law and litigation. He is licensed to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Georgia. His firm, Smith, Lease & Goldstein, LLC, is located at 11 North Washington Street, Suite 520, Rockville, MD 20850. The firm offers comprehensive legal services to clients throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, addressing many employment-related issues. Mr. Smith graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 1990.
Shortly after, he began his legal career in Georgia, where he was admitted to the State Bar in the same year. His initial years in Georgia laid the foundation for a robust practice in employment law. In 1998, he expanded his practice to the District of Columbia and Maryland, becoming a member of the District of Columbia Bar and the Maryland State Bar. His admission to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in 1992 further broadened his legal reach and expertise. Throughout his career, Mr. Smith has represented both employers and employees in various employment matters. His areas of focus include discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and wrongful termination.
His extensive litigation experience spans multiple jurisdictions—Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas, Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana, and Colorado. This diverse background allows him to provide strategic counsel tailored to the needs of each client, ensuring effective representation in complex legal disputes. In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Smith offers valuable counseling services to employers on various employment-related issues. These services encompass hiring practices, employee handbooks, and compliance with federal and state employment laws. His dual perspective as a representative of both employers and employees enables him to navigate the intricate landscape of employment law effectively, fostering better workplace practices and reducing potential legal risks. Mr. Smith has been recognized for his contributions to the legal field, earning the designation of "Super Lawyer" in Maryland and Washington D.C.
in 2007 and from 2015 to 2023, with another recognition slated for 2025. This honor shows his commitment to excellence and his esteemed standing among peers in the legal community. Outside of his professional endeavors, Mr. Smith is an active member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar, and the Maryland State Bar Association. These affiliations keep him connected to the legal community and informed about the latest developments in employment law, further enhancing his ability to serve his clients effectively.