Thomas E. Pyles is an accomplished personal injury and criminal defense trial attorney with over 28 years of legal experience. He has a tremendous background in personal injury and criminal defense cases. He has tried over 200 jury trials and over 1000 bench trials. Attorney Pyles has handled complex civil and criminal litigation with outstanding client satisfaction and great professionalism. His reputation, both inside the courtroom and out, has allowed him to be one of the top litigators in the state of Maryland.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Mr. Pyles received his Juris Doctorate degree from the Washington College of Law at the American University in 1991. Prior to law school, he graduated from the University of Baltimore, magna cum laude, with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Criminal Justice.
One of Mr. Pyles’ first legal jobs was working as a law clerk for the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Felony I Division (murders, rapes and robberies). During the summer after his first year of law school, he worked with U.S. Attorneys who handled murder trials. Mr. Pyles was aligned with one of the top prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s office and helped respond and formulate both pre-trial and trial motions during the prosecution of these murder cases. Upon graduation, Mr. Pyles went to work for Richard A. Brown, senior and founding partner at Brown & McCormick and devoted his initial career to representing victims of personal injury cases as well as clients that found themselves facing the state in criminal prosecutions. During this time period, Mr. Pyles sharpened his litigation skills and began developing his reputation among judges, lawyers and clients as a top litigator. From there, Mr. Pyles started working at a Southern Maryland law firm where he continued to focus on personal injury and criminal defense. He also began to handle domestic relations and bankruptcy cases.
EXPERTISE AND PASSION
In 2010, Mr. Pyles decided to open his own firm that primarily focused on personal injury and criminal defense cases. Today, Mr. Pyles has a sound general practice law firm with a strong emphasis on personal injury litigation, including car, truck and motorcycle accidents. Mr. Pyles continues to handle serious felony and misdemeanor cases in the state of Maryland.
Mr. Pyles founded his law firm on four principles: honesty, integrity, passion, and experience. He believes in an honest, straight-forward approach, giving you the straight talk and not candy-coating what the possible outcomes will be. He both thoroughly explains the process as well as what you will face given certain situations that may arise during the trial process. He believes in doing the right thing, at the right time, in the right manner. There is no substitute or short cut for doing things the right way. Past and present clients will tell you that he is very passionate about representing them and about the process that clients have to go through. His ultimate focus is taking care of his clients and making sure that the clients have a positive experience, which can only be accomplished through a positive outcome. Mr. Pyles is one of the few attorneys in the state that has over 200 jury trials under his belt. The number one factor in hiring an attorney would be how successful they have been in trying cases. Mr. Pyles firmly believes that, particularly when dealing with insurance companies and states attorney’s offices, if you are well known for trying cases, you have the upper hand in representing your clients. With that said, Mr. Pyles has few equals when it comes to personal injury or criminal defense trial experience.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Mr. Pyles has enjoyed the various accolades that come with his outstanding performance, among them include being named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Attorneys and being nationally ranked in the Top 10 of The National Academy of Personal Injury Lawyers.
American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys – 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, 2015-2017
American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys – 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, 2016-2017
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys – 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, 2016-2018
The National Trial Lawyers – Top 100 Trial Lawyers, 2013-2018
American Society of Legal Advocates – Top 100 Litigation Lawyer in State of Maryland, 2016
Top 100 DUI Attorneys in the State of Maryland, 2016
National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA) – Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney, 2016, 2017
American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys – 10 Best in Maryland, 2016, 2017
Super Lawyers - 2018-2019
Best Attorneys of America, Lifetime Charter Member, Best Attorney
Top 10 Trucking Lawyers: 2017
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers: 2017
America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys: 2018
The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers: 2013-2018
Lawyers of Distinction – Personal Injury Law – 2019
Trucking Top 10 Trial Lawyers - 2018
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Posted by Sheila | September 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Car Accident
Mr. Pyles, is remarkable this is the 2nd accident he help with, he doesn't take any payment unless he gets results for you. I would definitely recommend Mr. Thomas E. Pyles.
Posted by Shamika | September 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best!
Mr. Pyles is a knowledgeable and skilled advocate. His extensive understanding of the law and the court system are important factors for clients to get the best possible outcome. He will tell you the truth, expertly prepare a solid defense, and stand by you without judging you.
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Car accident
Mr. Pyles and Kelli were absolutely a pleasure to work with in my time of need. Every step was explained to me and answered all of my questions. They made me feel as if my case was the only one they were working on. I never felt rushed to make a decision and all options were explained to me. Highly r...
Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great lawyer
Friendly amazing got me a great settlement hire him now he will get the job done and make sure you are treated fairly
Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Accident case
After I wanted till the last minute and no one else would take on my case. Mr. Pyles meant with me right away and a took on my case without me being presents he took initiative took it upon himself to move forward and close the case and maybe a winner I came out very happy.
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 10 Best, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2016
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Best Attorney, Rue Ratings
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
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American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
1900 - Present
Member, Law Office of Thomas E. Pyles, P.A.
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Law Office of Thomas E. Pyles, P.A.
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
B.S. in Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude
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