Sahmra A. Stevenson

Of Counsel

Estates, Trusts & Probate

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More than a legal advisor, Sahmra approaches her practice as a change agent, committed to empowering clients through strategic legal guidance. Her work in trusts and estates, business law, business succession planning, and estate administration goes beyond documentation—it’s about protecting the legacies individuals and businesses have carefully built and preserving their future security.

For over a decade, Sahmra has transformed how clients experience legal support, making complex legal processes accessible and understandable. Her approach is rooted in a fundamental belief that legal representation should empower, not intimidate. Whether working with a long-time business owner developing a comprehensive succession plan or a family protecting their assets, she provides solutions that can prevent financial vulnerabilities and emotional strain during critical life transitions.

At the heart of Sahmra’s practice is a deep commitment to justice and accessibility. She believes that every client, regardless of their circumstances, deserves comprehensive legal support that provides clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

Tufts University (B.A., 2005)

American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 2010)

NAACP/Kellogg’s 2009 Law Fellow

When not working, Sahmra enjoys running in marathons. She’s run 8 full marathons and 9 half-marathons all over the country, including running in the NYC Marathon in 2015.

Admissions & Certifications
Maryland
Connecticut (pending)
Trained Private Mediator, Maryland

Memberships & Activities
American Bar Association

American Bar Association Real Property, Trusts & Estates Section -Economics, Technology & Practice Methods Vice-Chair (2022-2024)
ABA Co-Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Litigation Family Law Committee (2020-2023)
ABA Section of Litigation, Family Law Committee, Web Page Chair (2019-2020)
ABA Section of Litigation, Family Law Committee, Social Media Sub-Committee Chair (2017-2020)
ABA Young Lawyers Division, Co-Chair Business Law Committee (2016-2017)
ABA Litigation Section, Diversity Fellow (2017-2019)
ABA Business Law Section Diversity Fellow (2015-2017)
ABA’s Young Lawyers Division Assistant Editor of The Affiliate Newsletter (2012–2015)
ABA Young Lawyers Division Diversity Scholar (2014-2015)
ABA’s Solo, Small Firm & General Practice Section, Young Lawyer Fellow (2014-2015)
ABA Young Lawyers Division Fit-To-Practice Lead for the National Conferences Team (2015-2016)
Presidential Appointment with the ABA’s Commission on Lawyers Assistance (2017-2020)
American Bar Association Affiliate Newsletter, Assistant Editor
American Bar Foundation Fellow (2021-Present)

Maryland State Bar Association

MSBA Trusts & Estates Section Council (2023-Present)
MSBA Membership Committee, Co-Chair (2019-2021)
MSBA Solo & Small Firm Committee, Council (2019-2021)
MSBA Young Lawyers Section, Awards Committee Chair (2011-2012)
MSBA Young Lawyers Section, Technology Committee Chair (2012-2016)
MSBA Young Lawyers Section, Mentoring Committee Chair (2018-2019)
MSBA Membership Committee, Council (2015-2019)
MSBA Technology Committee, Council (2015-2018)
MSBA Leadership Academy Fellow (2013-2014)
MSBA Leadership Academy Committee, Council (2014-2016)
MSBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section Chair of Technology Committee, (August 2012-2015)
MSBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section Council, Media & Communications Committee, Chair (2015-2018)

J. Frankly Bourn Bar Association

Assistant Treasurer (2024-2025)

Prince George’s County Bar Association

Newsletter contributor (2020-2022)

Monumental City Bar Association

Monumental Minutes Newsletter, Editor in Chief (2013-2014)

Associated Black Charities

Board Pipeline Professional (2014)

The Change Fund

Fundraising Chair (2015)

Squashwise, Inc., Youth Leadership Committee

Chair (2014-2016)

Honors & Awards
Maryland Super Lawyers (2021-Present)
Maryland Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2016-2020)
AVVO Client’s Choice Award (2017, 2019, 2021-2024)
National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 (2021, 2022)
Lawyers of Distinction (2017)
The Prince George’s County Bar Association President’s Award (2022)
Maryland Bar Foundation Fellow (2014-Present)
American Bar Foundation (2022-Present)
National Advocates Top 40 Under 40 (2016)