Justin A. Batoff

Justin A. Batoff is a trusted estate planning lawyer serving as Of Counsel at Silverman Thompson. He also serves as a principal at Batoff Associates. With a focus on transactional and advisory work, he represents startups, family-owned businesses, and private companies across a wide range of industries. His practice includes mergers and acquisitions, private placements, real estate, estate planning, equity compensation, and commercial transactions. Clients rely on Mr. Batoff to act as outside general counsel, helping them solve legal issues while staying aligned with their business goals.

Mr. Batoff earned his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Baltimore School of Law with a concentration in Tax and Estate Planning. He holds a B.A. from The Johns Hopkins University, where he studied History of Art, Business, and Entrepreneurship.

Mr. Batoff has supported business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals in managing complex transactions and planning for the future throughout his career. He has advised on company sales, recapitalizations, equity plans, and succession strategies. His work includes handling multimillion-dollar mergers and acquisitions, structuring tax-efficient deals, and preparing clients for post-transaction outcomes. He has also designed and implemented estate plans, irrevocable trusts, and healthcare directives to help families protect and transfer wealth.

Mr. Batoff brings valuable insight into every stage of a deal—from structuring and negotiation to closing and post-sale support. He has served as general counsel to professional service firms, technology startups, financial companies, family offices, and nonprofits. His knowledge of tax law, securities compliance, and business strategy makes him a go-to advisor for clients in Maryland and New York.

Justin A. Batoff is admitted to practice in Maryland and New York and holds certification as a Maryland Title Insurance Producer. He has been named a Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2018 to 2025 and was honored in Baltimore Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 in 2023.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Silverman Thompson
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Georgia
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland
• New York
• Georgia
• Ohio

Education

• University of Baltimore School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• The Johns Hopkins University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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