Successful legal representation requires the vigorous pursuit of the best possible result for our clients. A meaningful relationship in which our client is informed and empowered contributes to our many positive outcomes. The cornerstone of our practice is providing an aggressive legal voice to each of our clients, while treating them with respect and care. Having worked for large and small firms during the beginning of our careers, we strive to maintain the balance of a large powerful firm with the more attentive approach of a small firm.

In addition to aggressive legal representation, our approach to client service is guided by the following principles:

• We will evaluate your case for free.
• We strive to take your calls immediately and, in any event, return calls the same day they are received.
• All personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis.
• We offer same day appointments, and will begin working on your case immediately.
• If necessary, we will make appointments at your home or hospital.
• Attorneys, rather than paralegals, will handle your case and all significant meetings will be between yourself and your attorney.
• We will not keep you waiting.
• Unlike many other firms, we will not charge you for long distance telephone calls, in-house photocopying, or postage.

We are both rated "AV," the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the most respected rating service for attorneys (ratings are based upon evaluation forms compiled from other area attorneys and judges). Washingtonian Magazine has recognized John Mesirow as one of the top personal injury lawyers in the Washington area. Eric Stravitz is highly regarded as a litigator and trial lawyer by his clients and other attorneys, and is often called upon by large law firms to serve as their local litigation counsel.

While the AV rating in Martindale-Hubbell indicates that we are highly respected in the Metropolitan Washington/Baltimore legal community, if you have any questions about hiring Mesirow & Stravitz, we suggest that you contact us for references from defense attorneys and previous clients.