Sterling Legal was founded with a simple yet powerful mission: to provide exceptional legal representation that combines deep expertise with genuine care for our clients' needs.
Founded in 1998, Sterling Legal has grown from a small practice to one of the region's most respected law firms. Our founder, Elizabeth Sterling, established the firm with a vision of creating a different kind of legal practice – one where clients received not just technical expertise, but also compassionate guidance through complex legal challenges.
Today, our team of attorneys brings decades of combined experience across multiple practice areas. We've successfully represented thousands of clients in cases ranging from high-stakes corporate litigation to sensitive family matters.
What sets Sterling Legal apart is our unwavering commitment to these core principles:
Whether you're facing a complex business dispute, navigating a difficult family situation, or dealing with serious criminal charges, our team is here to provide the skilled representation you deserve.

From our founding to today, Sterling Legal has built a legacy of client success, innovation, and community impact.
Elizabeth Sterling establishes the firm with a focus on corporate and family law, operating from a small office with just three attorneys.
The firm expands to include criminal defense and real estate law, growing to a team of eight attorneys and moving to larger offices.
Sterling Legal wins "Law Firm of the Year" and establishes the Sterling Legal Foundation to provide pro bono services to underserved communities.
The firm opens offices in three additional states and grows to a team of 25 attorneys, becoming recognized as a leader in corporate litigation.
Now with over 40 attorneys across multiple offices, Sterling Legal continues to deliver exceptional results while maintaining the personalized service that has been our hallmark for 25 years.
These foundational principles shape every aspect of our practice and define our commitment to clients and the legal profession.
We uphold the highest ethical standards in every interaction, maintaining honesty and transparency in all our dealings with clients, courts, and colleagues.
We are relentless in our pursuit of legal excellence, continuously developing our expertise and delivering superior representation for every client.
We place our clients at the center of everything we do, developing customized strategies that address their unique needs and objectives.
We embrace creative thinking and modern approaches to legal challenges, finding solutions that others might miss.
We believe in the power of teamwork, bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise to achieve the best possible outcomes.
We are committed to giving back through pro bono work, community service, and environmental responsibility initiatives.
Sterling Legal is led by a team of accomplished attorneys with decades of combined experience across diverse practice areas.

With over 30 years of legal experience, Elizabeth founded Sterling Legal with a vision of combining exceptional expertise with client-centered service. She specializes in corporate law and complex litigation.

A former prosecutor with over 20 years of experience, Michael leads our criminal defense practice and has successfully defended clients in high-profile cases throughout his distinguished career.

Sophia brings compassion and strategic insight to complex family law matters. With 15 years of experience, she specializes in high-asset divorces and sensitive child custody cases.

Marcus has guided clients through complex real estate transactions for over 18 years. His expertise spans commercial development, property litigation, and regulatory compliance.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. Discover how our expertise and client-centered approach can help you achieve the best possible outcome for your legal matter.