02.21.12

Congratulations to Partner Jim Cardea on being named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Maryland for 2012 by The American Trial Lawyers Association, which recognizes only those attorneys who exemplify superior qualifications, leadership, reputation, influence, stature, and profile as trial lawyers. More»

02.02.12

We are pleased to welcome Traci Parry to our team. Ms. Parry will be working closely with Partner Phil Federico as his assistant and paralegal. More»

01.03.12

The firm rang in the new year with some great news, as partners Philip C. Federico, Kerry D. Staton, James D. Cardea and Scott P. Kurlander were named among the Top 100 Super Lawyers for Maryland. This means each attorney received one of the top 100 highest point totals in the rating service's nomination process. More»

12.16.11

We are pleased to announce that, for the second year in a row, all five partners have been selected as Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers rates outstanding lawyers from across the country who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. More»

12.01.11

Congratulations to Partner Scott P. Kurlander, who recently received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell's Peer Review - a much sought-after credential, and testament to the fact that his colleagues rank him at the highest level of professional excellence. More»

11.29.11

Partners James D. Cardea and Scott P. Kurlander have been elected to the American Board of Trial Lawyers (ABOTA), which is a national association of experienced trial lawyers and judges dedicated to preserving and promoting the right to a civil jury trial. More»

11.14.11

Partner Scott P. Kurlander recently became a member of the Voir Dire Committee of the Maryland State Bar Association. More»

11.11.11

Senior Partner Kerry D. Staton has been named one of the Top 50 Attorneys in Maryland for 2011 by Baltimore Magazine. More»

11.10.11

Schochor, Federico and Staton, P.A. celebrates another firm milestone as we congratulate Kerrie Thomas on her 25th anniversary with the firm. We now have an additional column on our 'Outstanding Employees' plaque to honor employees who have been with the firm for 25 years.

11.08.11

Schochor, Federico and Staton, P.A. recently gathered for the annual firm Crab Feast. In addition to the delicious crabs and delightful conversation, the highlight of the evening was the unusual crab "cake" for dessert. More»

10.31.11

Partner James D. Cardea was recently named one of America's Most Honored Professionals by the American Registry. This award places him within the top five percent of the most recognized professionals within the legal community. More»

10.27.11

Schochor, Federico and Staton proudly welcomes home Captain Bryan Schnitker from his deployment in Afghanistan with the 4/10th Mountain Division. Bryan graduated from West Point and previously served in Iraq with the 3rd ID, as well as the Honor Guard at Ft. Myer, Virginia. Bryan is engaged to Associate Lauren A. Schochor. The couple will be married on December 10th, 2011. More»

10.18.11

On December 9, 2011, Partner Philip C. Federico will be speaking at a seminar for the National Business Institute entitled "Building Your Civil Trial Skills." The presentation is designed to help civil litigators and paralegals increase their effectiveness in the civil arena. More»

10.13.11

We are pleased to announce that the Schochor, Federico and Staton website (www.sfspa.com) won an award this year for "Outstanding Achievement in Website Development" from the Web Marketing Association, the premier industry-based website development group. More»

09.28.11

Schochor, Federico and Staton supports providing legal service to all Marylanders, regardless of ability to pay. More»

07.15.11

For the second year in a row, Partner Kerry D. Staton has been named Professional of the Year in Medical Malpractice Law by Strathmore's Who's Who. More»

07.04.11

The entire Schochor, Federico and Staton family wishes Army Captain Bryan Schnitker (fiancé of attorney Lauren Schochor) all the best as he leaves for a deployment in Afganistan. He takes with him our thoughts, prayers and gratitude for his service. More»

07.02.11

Partner James D. Cardea has been selected to McDaniel College's Alumni Council as a Member-at-Large for a three year term beginning July 1, 2011. The Alumni Council is the governing board of the Alumni Association for the college. More»

07.01.11

We're welcoming our 2011 summer ‘Law Links’ intern Bryant Grant this week. For the past 15 years, the firm has hired high school students through CLREP (Citizenship Law Related Education Program). More»

07.01.11

The firm sends its congratulations to Dr. Daniel Schochor (son of Senior Managing Partner Jonathan Schochor), who recently graduated his first class as principal of the Crossroads Middle School in Baltimore. More»

06.29.11

“Team SFS” helped to rehab houses on Jefferson Street in Baltimore on June 22nd as part of our annual volunteering event with Habitat for Humanity. More»

06.27.11

We were recently proud to sponsor the Life and Breath Foundation's annual golf tournament, which raises money to support those who suffer from sarcoidosis. More»

06.17.11

During the month of June, the firm is hosting two college students from the Charles Hamilton Houston Scholars Program in a job shadowing experience. More»

06.01.11

Medical investigator Brian Switzer recently gave a talk about his work at Brooklyn Park Middle School, as part of the school's annual career day. More»

05.27.11

We're pleased to announce that we'll be participating in the Charles Hamilton Houston Scholars program, run by the University of Baltimore School of Law. More»

05.20.11

Congratulations to Partner James D. Cardea, who recently received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell's Peer Review - a much sought-after credential, and testament to the fact that his colleagues rank him at the highest level of professional excellence. More»

05.01.11

Senior Managing Partner Jonathan Schochor and his wife Joan were honored at the 2011 Pennsylvania State University Leadership Dinner on April 29, 2011. More»

04.07.11

Senior Managing Partner Jonathan Schochor and his wife Joan will be honored at the 2011 Pennsylvania State University Leadership Dinner on April 29, 2011. More»

03.23.11

Schochor, Federico and Staton is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. More»

03.01.11

Founding Partner Philip C. Federico has been elected to the Board of the Maryland Association of Justice (MAJ) as Parliamentarian, effective April 20, 2011. More»

02.21.11

Founding Partner Philip C. Federico will speak as a panelist on the Maryland Association of Justice's (MAJ) Trial Skills Seminar for "Maximizing Damages." More»

12.13.10

Founding Partner Kerry D.Staton featured in the Daily Record Maryland Lawyer for being the lead counsel in a case awarded the sixth largest plaintiff verdict of 2010. More»

11.15.10

Schochor, Federico, and Staton, P.A. is awarded the Unsung Hero Award for “Exceptional Support of and Belief in the Mission of Baltimore City Law Links.” More»

07.01.10

Partner Kerry D. Staton has been by the Chief Judge of the Maryland Court of Appeals to serve as a commissioner on the Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland. More»

05.17.10

A Harford County woman—represented by partners Scott Kurlander and James Cardea—awarded $3.5 million after being paralyzed while under doctor's care. More»

03.15.10

Partner Kerry D. Staton has been inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers. The College limits membership to the top 1% of lawyers in an particular state or province. More»

04.06.09

Founding Partner Kerry D. Staton helps the family of man who died from wounds received while in police custody receive a $7.4 million award. More»