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also known as James E. Farmer
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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3475 Leonardtown Road, Suite 200, Waldorf, MD, 20601
14406 Old Mill Rd, Suite 101, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772
52 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by Jznae Lyons | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Case DISMISSED!
AMAZING. I initially spoke with Mr.Farmer in regards to my case and he was nothing but amazing. Very kind, very knowledgeable. I contacted them last minute, and Mr. Farmer was busy and I got the chance to be represented by his associate, Stephanie Maddox. Ms. Maddox knows her job and what it takes to...
Posted by Tom | April 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent results.
I want to thank James for the outstanding service provided regarding my speeding ticket. The ticket carried a 5 point and $290. fine which would have cost me my job, as I drive for a living. The final outcome was Not Guilty with no points or fines and I didn't have to miss a day of work! They took ca...
Posted by Gina | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Made a stressful situation, very easy!
James E. Farmer assisted me with both of my situations regarding my driving record. He was very personable and willing to assist me when I wanted to make a stressful situation as easiest as possible and he did! Both of my situations were handled with the best outcome. His office called me the day of ...
Posted by Krista | December 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Awesome and very professional
James is very professional and gets the job done! Two times he had represented my husband who has a lead foot that gets him into trouble, and both times he has received the best possible outcomes for us. No points when one ticket carried a reckless driving charge. Hands down great attorney who truly ...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Traffic Case
OMG... James Farmer is the absolute BEST!!! I had 3 traffic cases with possible jail time and he got all charges dropped. He’s a very smooth Lawyer. I highly recommend him to anyone in Maryland looking for a great lawyer, thanks man you Rock’d!
"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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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
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
2012 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
2008 - Present
Charles County Bar Association
Acquittal
Jury Trial Judgement of $331,413.33
Settlement of $275,000.
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Comparative Law Program
2005
Bachelor of Arts
2004
International Summer School
2017
Personal Injury
2010
English
Legal Answers
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
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
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