Allan J. Gibber

Allan J. Gibber, a Principal with Neuberger, Quinn, Gielen, Rubin & Gibber, P.A., is widely recognized as one of Maryland’s foremost authorities in probate and trust administration, estate and gift tax law, estate and successor planning, wills and trusts, and estate and trust litigation. With over five decades of experience representing high-net-worth individuals, families, public charities, and private foundations in matters ranging from estate and trust planning and administration, income tax and asset protection planning, offshore and domestic trusts, prenuptial agreements, and related litigation, Allan is distinguished by his ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical guidance and to develop innovative, customized strategies that safeguard each client’s unique interests. Clients consistently rely on his deep expertise, strategic counsel, and unwavering commitment to protecting their financial legacy.

As the author of the definitive treatise on Maryland probate and trust law – Gibber on Estate Administration – first published in 1978 and now in its eighth edition, Allan has established himself as a leading authority in the field. His knowledge and insights have guided Maryland estates and trusts practitioners in navigating complicated legal disputes involving will contests, trust interpretations, tax matters, and probate filings. Allan is a regular lecturer throughout the region, has testified as an expert witness countless times and has been cited as an authority in numerous published appellate opinions by Maryland courts over the years.

Allan’s exceptional career is distinguished by numerous prestigious professional accolades. In 2014, he was recognized as one of Maryland’s top legal minds when The Daily Record named him among just 26 lawyers and judges for its esteemed “Leadership in Law” award. He has been listed in Best Lawyers since 1993 and has earned selection to Maryland Super Lawyers each year since 2007. Further affirming his standing in the field, Allan is a fellow of the American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel, reflecting his commitment to excellence and leadership in estate and trust law.

Allan earned his J.D. with honors from the University of Maryland School of Law and a B.S. from Johns Hopkins University, as well as a Bachelor of Talmudic Law from Ner Israel Rabbinical College, where he was ordained. An acknowledged leader in the Orthodox Jewish community, he has chaired the Talmudical Academy of Baltimore board, served on the Shemesh board, and sits on Gilchrist's Jewish Hospice Advisory Committee. Allan also is actively involved with local and state bar associations and consults for Maryland’s Probate and Fiduciary Rules Subcommittee.