Elizabeth J. McInturff
Partner
Elizabeth J. McInturff represents individuals and businesses throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. in complex civil and commercial disputes. She also advises fiduciaries and beneficiaries in estate and trust litigation and has substantial experience handling guardianship matters.
Elizabeth appears regularly before Maryland and Washington, D.C. state, federal and appellate courts. In addition to litigation, she counsels clients through alternative dispute resolution and frequently represents parties in mediation, arbitration and administrative proceedings when those forums best serve client objectives.
Her practice is grounded in a client-focused approach that emphasizes close communication and strategic problem-solving. Elizabeth works collaboratively with clients to understand their goals and develop practical, creative strategies designed to achieve favorable outcomes through negotiation or litigation.
Elizabeth has been selected as a Maryland Super Lawyers honoree and recognized as a Maryland Leading Woman by The Daily Record. She has also been named a Top Attorney by Bethesda Magazine in Civil Litigation, Family & Divorce, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Elder Law.
Active in her community, Elizabeth serves on the Board of Directors of Add Impact Network, Inc./Bike to the Beach, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit. She is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, where she holds leadership roles and serves on multiple committees. She has mentored student-athletes at the University of Delaware and served as a competition coach at American University Washington College of Law. Elizabeth participates in a competitive adult rowing team called the Gray Knights, and they compete in the World Masters Championships each fall.
Civil and Commercial Litigation
Elizabeth represents corporate and individual clients in a wide range of disputes, including shareholder disputes, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, contract, construction litigation and claims arising under consumer protection statutes. She also represents property owners in title disputes and adverse possession claims.
Estate and Trust Litigation
Elizabeth advocates for beneficiaries, trustees and personal representatives in estate and trust disputes involving wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning instruments. Her experience includes matters involving undue influence, capacity challenges and fraudulent conveyances.
Guardianships
Elizabeth represents family members and concerned individuals in guardianship proceedings, including contested matters, guiding clients through the legal process with sensitivity and efficiency.
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PRACTICE AREAS
Read More- Civil Litigation
- Litigation
- Construction Litigation
- Contract Disputes
- Estate and Trust Litigation
- Guardianships
- Property/Real Estate Litigation
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EDUCATION
Read More- JD, American University, Washington College of Law, 2011
- BAAS, University of Delaware, 2004
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ADMISSIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
Read More- Maryland
- District of Columbia
- Massachusetts
- U.S. District Court – District of Maryland
- U.S. District Court – District of Columbia
- 40-Hour Mediation Certificate
- Collaborative Law Certification
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Read MorePROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
Bar Association & Foundation, Montgomery Co.
- Chair, Commercial Litigation Section, 2026-
- Co-Chair, Leadership Academy, 2020-2024, Committee Member 2019-Present
- Co-Chair, New Practitioners Section, 2016-2018
- Chair, Mentor-Mentee Section, 2015-2016
- Chair, Chamber Chats, 2014-2015
- Strategic Planning Committee, 2016-2026
- Judicial Selections Committee, 2020-2023
- Vice-Chair, 2025-2027
- CLE Committee, 2020-2023
- Executive Committee, 2016-2017, 2024-2026
- Bar Leader, Inducted 2016
- Section Chair of the Year, 2017
American Inns of Court, Montgomery County, MD
- 2015-2017, 2019-2026
Bike to the Beach/Add Impact Network, Inc
- Board Member, Executive Committee, Committee Lead, Rider, 2010-Present
American University, Washington College of Law
- Coach, American Bar Association Arbitration Team
- Adjunct Professor, Civil Trial Advocacy
American Bar Foundation
- Fellow, Inducted 2023
Maryland State Bar Association
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RECOGNITIONS
- Bar Leader, Bar Foundation of Montgomery County, MD, inducted 2016
- Section Chair of the Year, Bar Assoc. of Montgomery County, MD, 2017
- Fellow, American Bar Foundation, inducted 2023
- Maryland Leading Woman – The Daily Record, 2021
- Power List – The Daily Record, 2022
- Top Attorney in Civil Litigation, Family & Divorce, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Elder Attorneys – Bethesda Magazine, 2023
- Top Attorney in Civil Litigation – Bethesda Magazine, 2021, 2023 and 2025
- Maryland Super Lawyers Honoree, 2016-Present
- Washington DC Super Lawyers Honoree, 2016-2023
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PUBLICATIONS, SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS AND MEDIA APPEARANCES
- The Fiduciary Tightrope: Balancing and Planning for Duty, Risk and Litigation in Maryland Estates (CLE) – June 2026
- The Complete Civil Trial Attorney (CLE) – July 2023
- What the (In)Famous Can Teach Us About the Law (CLE) – Bar Foundation of Montgomery County, MD, May 2022
- HIPAA & The Workplace, Maryland Bar Journal, Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2021
- To Increase Diversity, Cultivate Mentorships, Washington Lawyer, March/April 2021
- Columnist, The Daily Record
- Legal Contributor at Fox5, WTOP and WBAL
- Appeared as an expert on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace to provide legal insights on guardianships, financial protection and the Wendy Williams case, February 12, 2025 (Elizabeth appears at the 12:31 and 31:37 time marks in the video)