Ira Sherman

Ira Sherman is a seasoned trial attorney with a reputation for aggressive and innovative advocacy on behalf of injury victims and those facing discrimination. With decades of litigation experience, he has earned recognition as a trusted legal voice and a fierce champion for justice, serving clients across Washington, DC, Maryland, and New York.

Ira earned his Juris Doctor from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School. His commitment to legal excellence is underscored by his leadership roles and longstanding licensure in three jurisdictions: DC, Maryland, and New York. Since 1980, he has steadily risen as a prominent figure in the legal field.

Ira focuses his practice on serious personal injury cases, including traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and complex motor vehicle accidents. He is dedicated to helping injured individuals and their families recover full compensation and achieve justice through aggressive courtroom representation and strategic settlement negotiations.

Ira is a recognized member of elite professional groups including the American Association for Justice, the Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group, and the Trial Lawyers’ Association of Metropolitan Washington DC. He served as president of the DC-TLA and holds leadership roles such as co-chair of the Embolization Devices Litigation Committee and board director for the Brain Injury Association of the District of Columbia.

Ira has contributed to the broader legal community through lectures at national and regional trial lawyer associations, including events hosted by the Maryland Trial Lawyers’ Association, the Hispanic National Bar Association, and others. His work educating peers reflects his depth of knowledge and professional respect.

Ira Sherman remains unwavering in his pursuit of equal justice for injury victims. His career is defined by dedication, skilled advocacy, and a personal investment in the well-being of each client. Through landmark cases and professional service, he has become a reliable advocate who never loses sight of the human fight for justice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Partner, Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C.
• Member, Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group
• Board of Directors, Brain Injury Association of the District of Columbia
• Member, Trial Lawyers’ Association of Metropolitan Washington DC
• Member, American Association for Justice

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Maryland
• New York

Education

• State University of New York at Buffalo Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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