Michael N. Russo, Jr. and Rebecca K. Schisler-Adams Win 3-Day Jury Trial on Contentious Real Property Dispute

September 10, 2024

In July 2024, attorneys Michael N. Russo, Jr. and Rebecca K. Schisler-Adams won $80,000 in actual and punitive damages, as well as easement rights, for a family in Calvert County in a dispute with a neighboring landowner over the use of the property. 

Russo and Schisler-Adams represented a family against the mistreatment and threats of a neighboring landowner.  The clients’ family owned their property for over a century when a newcomer to the adjacent land instigated a contentious dispute regarding access to the property.  The matter was resolved by a jury verdict after a 3-day trial, and successful tort claims included slander of title, trespass, and conversion. 

Council Baradel is proud to have assisted in the protection of the use and enjoyment of land belonging to a deserving family. 

Michael N. Russo, Jr.'s practice includes real estate title litigation, insurance law, real property and general civil, commercial and business law. His clients include real property title insurance and general liability insurance companies and self-insured companies; financial and lending institutions; and, small and medium sized businesses requiring general business planning and legal advice. Russo also represents individuals in business and real property disputes and other legal matters. He has been named a Super Lawyer from 2019-2024 in Real Estate.

Rebecca K. Schisler-Adams supports Council Baradel’s litigation efforts. Her practice includes a wide array of complex civil litigation, real estate litigation, business/corporate litigation, insurance defense, and estate and trust litigation. Schisler-Adams has successfully represented both individuals and corporate clients in trials across Maryland and the District of Columbia. She was named a Rising Star from Super Lawyers Magazine in 2024.