Kramon & Graham, P.A., one of Maryland's most respected litigation and business law firms, is pleased to announce that Lydia E. Lawless and Ezra S. Gollogly will lead the Firm as Co-Managing Principals effective July 1, 2026.

Kramon & Graham is excited to announce that Lydia E. Lawless and Ezra S. Gollogly will become Co-Managing Principals on July 1, 2026, succeeding David J. Shuster who served as Managing Principal since 2013 and will remain President and Chairman of the firm. This transition marks both a celebration of David's leadership and service and an enthusiastic embrace of the Firm's next generation of leadership. “Lydia and Ezra are natural leaders. Their election reflects the Firm's confidence in their vision and commitment to the Firm's continued excellence,” said David Shuster.

“When we started the Firm in 1975, all Jim Kramon, our Firm's first Managing Principal, had to do was manage me and one support staff member. Now, with offices in three locations — including a growing and very active office in Rockville — we have more than 40 attorneys and an equal number of other employees who expect and deserve the best possible management of the Firm. It just makes sense for two principals to do the job of managing the operation,” said Andrew Jay Graham, Co-Founder and Principal of Kramon & Graham.

“Both Ezra and Lydia are excellent lawyers with large, active practices, but each still has the necessary energy and good judgment to also excel at the job of Managing Principal. They will follow in the footsteps of the excellent managing members who preceded them — Jim Kramon, Lee Ogburn, Phil Andrews, and of course our present Managing Principal Dave Shuster. I am fully confident that they will guide the Firm to continued success in the days ahead.”

“Ezra and Lydia will do a terrific job leading the Firm into the future. Their thoughtfulness and practicality are always evident, and they share an unwavering commitment to maintaining K&G's collegiality. Lydia's infectious enthusiasm and love of the practice of law and Ezra's natural ability to understand and relate to people in a way that inspires trust and respect make them perfect candidates for the job of managing this Firm” said Philip M. Andrews, Principal and former Managing Principal/Chairman of Kramon & Graham.

“Lydia and Ezra are both highly respected practitioners and have proven leadership skills. Before joining our Firm, Lydia successfully led the Office of Bar Counsel. Ezra has been instrumental in growing and managing our Firm's nationwide insurance coverage practice. The entire K&G team truly owes Lydia and Ezra a debt of gratitude for taking on this responsibility.”

Lydia E. Lawless

Lydia E. Lawless is a Principal of Kramon & Graham. She has become a trusted advisor to lawyers, law firms, and commercial clients navigating complex legal and ethical matters. Lydia has an outstanding and well-earned reputation for handling high-profile cases in both the trial and appellate courts. She advises on professional responsibility and law-firm risk management matters. Before joining the firm, Lydia served as Maryland Bar Counsel, becoming the youngest person and first woman appointed to the role. She also teaches as an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law.

Ezra S. Gollogly

Ezra S. Gollogly joined Kramon & Graham in 2007 and became a Principal in 2010. Recognized by Chambers USA, Ezra's work on complex litigation involving a wide variety of insurance matters has established him as a trusted authority in the field. Ezra also maintains a robust commercial litigation practice, routinely advising clients on healthcare disputes and criminal defense matters. Ezra is a Fellow of the American College of Coverage Counsel and a member of the Criminal Justice Act Felony Panel in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.

About Kramon & Graham

Kramon & Graham is a leading Maryland law firm with offices in Baltimore and Rockville. Recognized by Chambers USA and Best Lawyers, the firm provides exceptional counsel in complex commercial litigation, transactional, real estate, and insurance coverage matters. Deeply rooted in community service, Kramon & Graham supports initiatives that enhance economic vitality, social justice, and cultural enrichment across Maryland.