Mr. Walter – how does it feel to be voted an outstanding litigator on the Eastern Shore?
I am grateful, honored and proud to practice law here on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. I have been a trial lawyer for over 25 years. I have a deep respect for the law, the judiciary and the attorneys that I practice with on a day-to-day basis. I am honored to be recognized as an outstanding lawyer and will endeavor to work as hard as possible to be the best.
Can you explain to the readers what a litigation attorney is?
Yes. A litigation attorney is a lawyer that focuses primarily on courtroom trial work. A litigation attorney defends and represents Plaintiffs and Defendants in the Maryland Court system. Under the category of litigation, there are sort-of subcategories, so to speak, lawyers that focus on certain areas of the law. For instance, some lawyers do family law; some do real estate. My firm focuses mostly on criminal and traffic defense—as well as personal injury cases (serious auto accidents, medical malpractice, premises liability, etc.) and breach of contracts.
What is the best way to find a good lawyer?
Hiring a lawyer is a big decision. Depending on the reason you need a lawyer, it might be one of the biggest decisions you ever make. I am a big believer in asking friends and family for a referral – if friends and family had a good experience with a lawyer, chances are you will too. However, sometimes you do not want to tell friends/family that you need a lawyer or you’re not local and don’t know any lawyers – in that case, it is best to (1) get a local lawyer (a local lawyer will be familiar with the judiciary and is easily accessible unlike a big out-of-town law firm) and (2) interview at least 2-3 lawyers before making your decision to hire one. I believe people get the best legal representation when they are comfortable with the lawyer they hire. When you interview the lawyer, make sure you ask tough questions – how long have you been practicing law? How many cases have you handled like mine? Can you give me some examples of the cases you have litigated? How often do you go to Court? A good lawyer will be happy to answer all of your questions and will encourage you to interview with other lawyers.
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