Raymond, one of the region's top construction and real estate development lawyers, has more than 25 years of experience in matters relating to condominium and other multi-use development matters. Some of his more notable cases involve both the Grey Rock Flats and Grey Rock Villas condominiums in Pikesville, Green Haven Condominium in Bel Air, the Club at McDonough Township, and several of the Sea Colony high-rises in Bethany Beach.

In addition to his substantial trial experience and appellate practice, Raymond is well-versed in ADR procedures and the negotiation and preparation of agreements, particularly relating to real estate transactions, corporate activities, and employment matters.

Court of Appeals of Maryland

Supreme Court of the United States

United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

United States District Court for the District of Maryland

University of Maryland, J.D., 1978

Law Clerk and Research Supervisor, Baltimore County Attorney's Office, 1975-1978

The Johns Hopkins University, B.A., 1974

Curriculum for Political Leadership

Administrative and Legislative Aide Intern, Baltimore City Council

American Bar Association

Section on Litigation

Section on Business Law

The Baltimore Sun

Opinion/Commentary Columnist, 2000-present

Baltimore Metropolitan Leadership Conference

Chair, 1988-1990

Community Assistance Network

Planning Committee, 1991-1996

President, 1989-1991

Board of Directors, 1986-1991

Treasurer & Finance Committee Chairman, 1986-1989

Consumer Council of Maryland, Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division, Consultant, 1996-1997

Easter Seal Society

Lawyers Fundraising Committee, 1989-1991

Committee Chair, 1992

Leadership Baltimore County

Alumni Member, 1985-present

Participant, 1984-1985

Member, 1984-present

Maryland State Bar Association

Section on Litigation

Section on Business Law

Sparks and Fifth District Recreation Councils, Baltimore County

Coach, 1997-2000

Towson Development Corp

Executive Board, 1986-present

President, 1989-1993

Vice President, 1988-1989

Board of Directors, 1987-1996

Legislative Committee, 1980-1989

Committee Chair, 1986-1989

Member, 1980-present

Listed in Maryland Super Lawyers for Construction Litigation, 2007, 2008

Raymond is a frequent speaker at programs hosted by Lorman Education Services and National Business Institute and is a featured Opinion/Commentary writer with The Sun.

Author, "Living in a Condo Doesn't Free Owner of Building Maintenance Issues," Baltimore Business Journal, 2007

Author, "Condominium Purchasers Need to Be Mindful of Common Element Warranty Requirements," Baltimore Business Journal, 2007

Partner and Trial Attorney, Freishtat, Burke, Mullen & Dubnow, LLC

Contractual Attorney, Baltimore County Office of Planning and Zoning

Corporate Counsel, McCormick & Company, Inc.

Assistant County Attorney, Baltimore County Attorney's Office