Shawn Poe

Shawn Poe

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 13 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Dunkirk, MD
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +3 more

9860 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, MD

About Shawn

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 50%

Depending on the type of work you do, there may be different types of potential risks presented by job duties, building conditions, environmental toxins, machinery or objects being used, and various other factors that contribute to on the job injury.

50%
Car Accident 10%

Should it be found that the car crash could have been prevented if the proper precautions had been taken, the injured individual may want to consider contacting an experienced personal injury attorney to determine whether they have a case.

10%
Medical Malpractice 10%

Situations sometimes occur where a patient is injured because of negligence on the part of someone in the medical community. In such instances, the negligent individual who caused the injury can be held responsible for their actions in a court of law

10%
Personal Injury 10%

If you’ve suffered significant harm due to another person or organization’s negligence or deliberate choices, you may be the victim of a personal injury. Maryland personal injury law allows victims to sue those who harmed them in any way.

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

Slip and fall accidents occur primarily on someone’s property and are categorized in the area of premises liability. Owners are required by law to maintain their property and ensure that it meets city and state regulations for safety.

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

If you have lost a loved one in an accident that would have been prevented but for the negligence of others. We help you get the compensation you need to cover medical and funeral expenses, loss of wages and future earnings, and other related damages

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 13 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Poe Law, LLC

9860 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, MD, 20754

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Shawn Poe's Reviews

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Posted by Kyle | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent Lawer

Mr, Poe was easy to work with, and fast to respond to any inquiries I had. He made my case easy to get through, and professionally handled any hurdles encountered along the way. I would definitely use Mr. Poe again, and recommend him to anyone going through a worker's comp case, as I was.

Posted by John | February 25, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Good and Honest Lawyer

Shawn Poe is honest and fair. I like that he helped me in a way that cost me the least amount of money. Plus, he is good a settlement s and negotiations. Great firm, great lawyer.

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Shawn Poe's Lawyer Endorsements

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Arya Saleh

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"shawn is a consummate pro. a stalwart advocate for his clients. ethical, determined and super smart. i would trust him with my own case any time, without question. a damn good attorney and even better person and family man."

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Christopher Murphy

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shawn is one of the top attorneys focused on public safety workers compensation cases. I have seen him take cases that other firms had poorly handled and achieved exceptional results. He has represented clients (civilian and public safety) at the commission, circuit court, and appellate court with excellence. Have witnessed him represent personal injury clients with verdicts over 1 million dollars. Shawn is an excellent attorney for your personal injury and workers compensation cases."

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Michael Berman

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Poe is an extremely hardworking advocate for his clients. He is diligent, highly competent, and always well prepared. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Jeffrey Sadri

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Poe for a number of years. He is extremely professional and demonstrates zealous representation for his clients. It is my pleasure to endorse him as a highly competent attorney."

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Matthew Trollinger

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Mr. Poe in action in the courtroom for his injured clients. He is not afraid of a fight if the insurance company picks one. Mr. Poe enjoys fighting for the injured worker. I endorse Mr. Poe."

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Evan Koslow

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Shawn at a prior law firm and personal was able to see Shawn excellent work ethics and attention to detail. Shawn has exceptionally broad knowledge and experience with Maryland's workers compensation and personal injury law. He is a great guy who is dedicated to helping people. Excellent choice."

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Christopher Murphy

Workers compensation lawyer

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Michael Berman

Personal injury lawyer

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Matthew Trollinger

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2009

Honors Graduate, University of California, Berkeley

2002

Combat Action Ribbon, United States Marine Corps

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Alpert Schreyer Poe, LLC

2013 - 2015

Associate, Brassel Alexander & Rice, LLC

2012 - 2013

Clerk, Honorable Paul Garvey Goetzke

2009 - 2010

Staff, Metropolitan Public Defender Services, Inc.

2000 - 2004

Sergeant of Marines, United States Marine Corps

Associations

2016 - Present

The Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington

Member

2016 - Present

The American Association for Justice

Member

2016 - Present

Prince George's County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Maryland Association for Justice

Member

2012 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jury Verdict - Car Accident

1.8 Million Dollar Verdict

Workers' Compensation Appeal

Jury trial verdict - $325,000.00

1.7 Million Dollar Verdict - Calvert County, Maryland

$1.7 Million Dollars

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Education

2016

Keenan Ball

Certificate of Completion

2012

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of California - Berkeley

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2020

IAFF - Union Coronavirus

Workers’ Compensation

2016

Charles County

Public Safety Workers' Compensation Claims

2015

Prince Georges' County

Public Safety Workers' Compensation Claims

2014

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

AABA - Workers Compensation

Publications

2014

Anne Arundel Bar Association AABA Barrister

2009

University of California, Berkeley Politics of Tort Law

Languages

English

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