Lourdes Eliacin Mars

Lourdes Eliacin Mars Esq. is an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Beverly Winstead LLC, where she advocates for individuals and businesses facing complex tax issues. She offers legal guidance in tax resolution, estate planning, and business compliance, helping clients navigate sensitive matters with clarity and confidence.

Lourdes earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, where she served as Manuscripts Editor of the Journal of Race, Religion, Gender, and Class and as Class Vice President. She also holds a Master of Arts in International Affairs from George Washington University and graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International and Global Studies from the University of Central Florida.

Lourdes provides tailored legal strategies that reflect each client’s unique needs, especially in resolving IRS disputes and creating effective estate plans. Her diverse educational background and legal training allow her to approach cases with depth, precision, and a global perspective.

Beyond the courtroom, Lourdes has contributed to humanitarian causes through nonprofit leadership and grant writing. Her work with the Tahirih Justice Center and the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants underscores her dedication to advocacy and justice on both domestic and international fronts.

Fluent in French and Haitian Creole, Lourdes has worked across cultural contexts in Haiti, Indonesia, Venezuela, and Europe. She brings a cross-border sensitivity to her legal practice, making her especially effective in serving multicultural clients and communities.

As a member of the Maryland State Bar Association and the National Bar Association, Lourdes Eliacin Mars actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. Her comprehensive experience and client-first mindset continue to empower individuals and organizations in pursuit of equitable outcomes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Beverly Winstead, LLC
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, National Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland

Education

• University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Washington University
  MA in International Affairs
• University of Central Florida
  BS in International and Global Studies

Awards & Badges