Josh Schmerling

Josh Schmerling has spent his entire professional career engaged in law and politics.  After graduating from the University of Baltimore School of Law, Cum Laude, Josh joined forces with then-Maryland State Delegate Bobby Zirkin in both his law firm and in the political world.  

Josh worked as a legislative intern in the Maryland House of Delegates, served as campaign manager and fundraising chairman on multiple successful campaigns, and worked as community outreach coordinator and legislative aide to Senator Zirkin.  When Senator Zirkin ascended to the Chairmanship of the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee, Josh served as informal legal counsel on matters including workers’ compensation, civil, criminal, and family law.

From 2013—2019, Josh served on the Judicial Compensation Commission, having been appointed by Governor Larry Hogan.

Currently Josh is the managing partner of Zirkin and Schmerling Law, a full-service law firm in Baltimore.  Josh is a senior litigator at the firm, and has earned recognitions including the National Trial Lawyer’s Top 40 Under 40 and membership as a “Super Lawyer” in the State of Maryland. And Josh serves as general advisor and counsel to several professional athletes working with Katz Advisory, a sports agency representing NFL players. 

Josh is an active member in AIPAC (American Israeli Political Action Committee) and a board member of the Pikesville Jewish Congregation.  As a business owner, attorney, and experienced political operative, Josh brings a unique strategic approach to government affairs.