Benjamin M. Soto has built a distinguished professional career in real estate law and development spanning over 30 years. He owns two real estate-related companies and is licensed to practice as a member of the DC Bar and the Pennsylvania Bar. He is the founder of Premium Title & Escrow, LLC, a company he established in 2000. Serving Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Tennessee, the firm has been recognized for more than two decades as one of the highest-volume title companies in the DMV area. With a team offering over 100 years of combined experience, the company provides title searches, settlement services, and closing support for both commercial and residential properties. It also issues Owner’s and Lender’s Title Policies, manages escrow accounts, coordinates documents, and records them in Land Records to ensure accurate and secure transactions. He is also the owner of Paramount Development, LLC, a commercial development company in Washington, D.C. The firm has been part of several significant projects, including The Wharf and large apartment buildings such as 555 E Street, SW, which combines a hotel, residences, and retail space. Other developments include 1031 4th Street, NW, 350 Maple Drive, and the Hyatt Place Hotel at 400 East Street, SW. Completed in 2015, the Hyatt Place also features a fire station that houses units responsible for protecting the U.S. President. He serves on the Board of Directors of EagleBank. Also, he contributes his time to the DC Chamber of Commerce, the DC Public Education Fund, and the American University Real Estate Council. Early in his career, he managed bankruptcy cases before turning his full attention to real estate transactions. Over the years, he has served on civic boards and worked as treasurer for numerous mayoral and council campaigns. A native of Washington, D.C. and graduate of American University, he has been married for 27 years and has two children, Danielle and Alex. He enjoys reading and traveling. Benjamin M. Soto has dedicated his career to upholding professionalism and fairness, ensuring that clients are protected in their most important investments.