Rutledge| Aitken was formed out of a deep personal commitment to quality, integrity and value. We have limited our practice areas to ensure that our clients receive nothing less than excellence.  Jim Rutledge and George Aitken are both graduates of the University of Maryland School of Law, receiving top academic honors by being inducted into the Order of the Coif (top 10%).  With decades of experience and having worked in large law firms, Jim and George serve as personal attorneys to business owners, executives, professionals, working families, as well as for-profit and non-profit organizations.

Wills  Trusts  Estate Planning Probate Estate & Trust Administration  Farming & Agriculture Preservation Real Estate Small Business Taxation  IRS Representation Charitable Giving Family Foundations Tax Controversies 

Our ties to the community run deep, and we are committed to providing the highest caliber of legal services here in central Maryland. We represent clients in all of north-central Maryland from Washington County to Cecil County and the surrounding areas. Serving many clients who choose to make the short· and pleasant drive to Jarrettsville, our clients enjoy the personal attention, convenience and less formal atmosphere that our office provides. We are also meet clients in their homes, offices or the offices of their advisors as needed.