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James E. Farmer
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Biography
Mr. Farmer received a JD from the University of Baltimore School of Law and a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. During his undergraduate program, he studied abroad at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. Mr. Farmer graduated law school a semester early and, as part of his legal education, excelled in the Comparative Law program at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland.
He has also completed a comprehensive training course in mediation training and earned a mediation certificate. In 2014, he was named to Maryland's Outstanding Young Lawyers, and he was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers in 2012 through 2014. In 2013, the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA) honored Mr. Farmer as a Nationally Ranked Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney under the age of 40. He was selected to the 2014 and 2015 “Maryland Rising Stars” list by Super Lawyers Magazine, which comes as a result of an intensive selection process requiring third-party validation of accomplishments and trail results.
He has also headlined “Southern Maryland Women's Magazine.” The Charles County Bar Association honored Mr. Farmer in December 2013 with an award for his service to the legal community, recognizing his “Exemplification of the Values of Personal Integrity, Competence and Civility.” The award was based on his legal work and specifically his pro-bono volunteer work with multiple organizations, to include the Family Recovery Court Program.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Maryland for 17 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of James E. Farmer, LLC
3475 Leonardtown Road, Suite 200, Waldorf, MD, 20601
Law Office of James E. Farmer, LLC
14406 Old Mill Rd, Suite 101, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772
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Posted by Sharon | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
If you need a Great Lawyer call the Farmer Firm
My son had a serious criminal case, was looking at a lot of jail time. We needed a competent lawyer. We found the best James E. Farmer. He won the case with no jail time, along with chance to have it taken from his record. We were very pleased. Outstanding job. If you need a lawyer, he is who to ca...
Posted by Tyler cole | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Top flight lawyer
YOU NEED A TOP FLIGHT LAWYER WELL SAY NO MORE I retained James E. Farmer to represent me in allegation of impersonating a police officer. Due to his outstanding skills I did not receive any jail time and he won the case saving me a conviction. Every time i called to asked a question very professiona...
Posted by Cameron | March 24, 2015 | DUI & DWI
DUI
was great and handling my DUI case and even got it dismissed, even after receiving my case with only 2 months to work on it he still was able to find all evidence to find me innocent, would definitely recommend him to anyone with DUI/DWI, traffic or criminal charges
James E. Farmer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I know James well and can personally attest to his greatness as a man and attorney. he is diligent and determined in always pursuing the best possible outcome for clients. he is a talented litigator that welcomes the toughest cases with aplomb. born into the profession, he fears no one in court and yet always exudes professionalism. i would heartily trust him to handle any case with poise and precision. you cannot go wrong with him in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have handled cases against Mr. Farmer and he is an aggressive lawyer that knows when to attack and when to negotiate a favorable outcome for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. James and I have worked as opposing counsel on several cases and I find him to be competent and cooperative. While aggressively representing his clients, he is also easy to work with."
"James Farmer is an excellent young attorney in Southern Maryland in the fields of criminal defense and personal injury. He is professional, knowledgeable and has significant trial experience. He has a passion for serving clients and works for a highly respected practice in Waldorf."
"Mr. Farmer is a top-notch attorney. He fights agressively to obtain the absolute best result possible for each and every one of his clients. Mr. Farmer's exhibits superb presence and experience in the courtroom. He is definitely an attorney I would want on my side."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2018
Rising Star, DC Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Rising Star, MD Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, DC Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, MD Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Recognition, Worldwide Registry
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Recognition, Worldwide Registry
2013
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 10 Lawyers Under 40, National Academy of Personal Injury Lawyers
2013
Service Award, Charles County Bar Association
2012
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of James E. Farmer, LLC
2008 - 2016
Associate Attorney, James F. Farmer, P.A.
2006 - 2006
Intern, State's Attorney's Office for St. Mary's County
Associations
2012 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
2008 - Present
Charles County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Maryland v. Byron Westbrook
Acquittal
Jaime Stange v. Gantt & MAIF
Jury Trial Judgement of $331,413.33
Douty Gardner v. J.D.W. Associates
Settlement of $275,000.
Education
2007
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
University of Aberdeen
Comparative Law Program
2005
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts
2004
University of Cambridge
International Summer School
Speaking Engagements
2017
Personal Injury Panel Discussion
Personal Injury
Publications
2010
Washington Post
Westbrook Acquitted of DUI
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If your stopped in Maryland for a minor traffic violation is it legal to bring the k-9 in and search your car and your person ?
19 Dec 2017
Q&A
If the officer recommended that you go to trial for the speeding ticket, does that mean he will not show up to court?
18 Dec 2017
Q&A
When does a warrant for failure to appear become active? & when does a suspended license become active after a failure to appear
19 Dec 2017