Oster McBride delivers exceptional legal services at equitable rates to the Washington DC area.

Expertise

Together, our founders have over 75 years of experience, civil and criminal, representing individuals, start-ups, small companies and Fortune 50 corporations.

Creativity

Oster McBride prides itself on finding effective solutions for our clients’ specific needs; our engagements begin with one question: “what outcome will add value to you or your company?”

Results

Our litigation and appellate attorneys have taken on some of the country’s largest “white-shoe” law firms and delivered wins and favorable settlements to our clients.

Oster McBride serves a variety of clients nationally and has earned wide recognition for exceptional legal representation at reasonable rates. Our team has extensive experience in civil litigation, appellate litigation, white collar criminal matters, and blockchain and cryptocurrency matters.

Civil Litigation

Steve Oster has over 30 years of experience litigating throughout the country against some of the country’s most prestigious law firms. He is rated “Preeminent” by his peers and, together with Oster McBride’s litigation team, has compiled an enviable record of favorable decisions and settlements. Oster McBride has extensive jury and bench trial experience and has successfully handled commercial, antitrust, contract, securities, employment, personal injury, toxic tort, insurance, and other litigation.

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White Collar Criminal Matters

Cameron McBride is a former Assistant United States Attorney with over 60 jury trial wins. Together, she and our team of attorneys offer first-rate defense of white-collar criminal matters. Oster McBride recently represented a client facing 25 years of incarceration on a felony charge. The team negotiated a plea agreement for a misdemeanor, two months’ home detention, and probation.

Mass Torts

When numerous people have claims against a single product or device, cases often become consolidated into a single action. This process keeps the courts from being overwhelmed by hundreds, or even thousands, of similar claims involving a single product or defendant.  

Oster McBride’s nationwide mass torts practice focuses on two main areas:

  • Product Liability:  When a consumer product or medical device is defective and/or improperly designed and causes significant harm, individual victims may bring actions against manufacturers and distributors to hold them accountable. Oster McBride represents a plaintiff who suffered significant harm from a metal-on-metal joint replacement.
  • Toxic Torts: This area of practice includes Plaintiffs who have suffered harm from toxic substances, such as lead, benzene, Roundup weed killer, and opioids, among others. Oster McBride currently represents plaintiffs injured by prescription and OTC Zantac.

Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Matters

Oster McBride is one of the area’s “go-to” law firms for obtaining FinTech registration and state and federal licensing for both U.S. and foreign cryptocurrency exchanges. The firm has established relationships with U.S. banks willing to partner with our clients in this industry. Oster McBride has experience evaluating proposed Initial Coin Offerings, the legality of various tokens, regulatory and treaty requirements, and U.S. and state money transmitter requirements. Ms. McBride’s experience as a former Assistant U.S. Attorney provides a unique and valuable perspective on money laundering and related matters. We are well-positioned to identify threats and opportunities for established and nascent crypto companies.

Appellate Litigation

Steve Oster is admitted to the Supreme Court, the United States Courts of Appeal for the Fourth, Federal, District of Columbia, and Eleventh Circuits, as well as the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. Oster McBride associates with a former U.S. Supreme Court clerk for particularly challenging matters. The Oster McBride team accepts appellate engagements on a flat fee or alternative basis.

Oster McBride Testimonials

  • I cannot thank you enough for connecting me with Steven, nor can I overstate my appreciation and respect for Steven, his professionalism, competence and the wise counsel he provided to me.

    Because of Steven’s diligent representation, we were able to achieve a resolution to the matter that was wholly satisfying. Should I find myself again in need of representation, without hesitation, I will seek Steven’s counsel.

    Ian Moss, Esq.
    Client
  • Steve is a true professional. He is bright, articulate, and handles complex matters very well. He is also very devoted to his clients. I can recommend him without reservation.

    Aaron Shainis, Owner, Shainis & Peltzman
    worked directly with Steven at Oster Law Firm
  • Steve Oster was first chair counsel on a case for which I was third chair. It was an extremely complex matter that took just over 2 weeks of active trial, with one of the area’s most prestigious law firms on the other side. Steve Oster was tireless in his efforts, clear in his thinking and an outstanding advocate. I whole-heartedly (and mindedly) endorse Steve Oster as a first rate attorney.

    Co-counsel in Recent Case
  • Steven Oster has proven to provide expertise on time and with great intensity. His communication with clients is very unique among attorney’s and I recommend him without hesitation.

    Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

    Robert Kobek,
    hired Steven as a Attorney in 2010
  • In the process of obtaining our MSB license to make our platform available in 14 states, our cooperation with the renowned Oster McBride American law office has been invaluable.

    Recent Client
  • Steve Oster is an excellent attorney–and a great guy!

    John Hilla – Hilla Law Firm
  • Steve Oster is the consummate professional. He provided me legal support that was timely, effective, and reasonable. I especially appreciated his honesty and commitment.

    Jeannette Urquhart
  • Steven is an exceptionally accomplished lawyer. He quickly grasps the needs of his client and represents them in a calm, knowledgeable and effective manner. I can recommend Steven Oster without reservation.

    Tracey Stockton
  • I have been co-counsel with Steve on several matters and I have always found him to be knowledgeable, reasonable and strategic.

    Bruce M. Sattin – Partner, Szaferman Lakind
  • Expert litigator. Very good attorney in all ways.

    Steve Gremminger – Founder, Gremminger Law Firm
  • An outstanding attorney. When I have a civil litigation issue or a business law problem, Mr. Oster is who I turn to for help.

    Thomas Healy, Esq.
  • [Steve] is very focused, and will serve you well.

    Craig Burns – Redux Realty