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Maria Katherine Patterson

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  • Annapolis, MD
  • Licensed for 23 years
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About Maria

Delivering High Quality Legal Representation to Each of Her Clients.

Maria Patterson has been litigating for 24 years.  She has tried over 100 jury trials and hundreds of bench trials.  Currently, she is accepting clients in all areas but concentrates in personal injury, criminal defense, and civil mediation including family law matters. This year, Maria constructively used her time working remotely during the pandemic to take over 100 CLE hours so she could effectively handle mediations, including divorce, child custody, financial division, and parent coordination.  Maria also furthered her education with online classes earning additional college credits in Developmental Psychology and Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2, particularly interested on the impacts of trauma and violence on the developing brains of children and young adults.  

Selected as a Top 100 "Super Lawyer" in Maryland, and a Top 50 Women "Super Lawyer" in Maryland, Maria has handled numerous domestic matters, serving to obtain justice for victims but also to seek justice for those wrongfully accused of domestic violence or other crimes.  Since 2014, Maria has been recognized as a "Top 100 Trial Lawyer" by The National Trial Lawyers and she has been nominated as one of the "10 Best" Attorneys in client satisfaction for the State of Maryland by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys and the American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys.  

Maria and her law partner, who is also her husband, opened Patterson Law in 2018 and just opened two new office locations in Annapolis, off of West Street, and in Bowie at the Omni Medical Building.  If you are in need of legal representation and want an attorney who has a tremendous amount of compassion and litigation experience, please contact Maria Patterson.

Practice areas

Divorce and separationCriminal defensePersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 60%

    Maria Patterson defended insurance companies for over a decade, trying over 100 jury trials in Prince George's, Montgomery, Charles, Calvert, and Anne Arundel Counties. Now Maria Patterson represents those injured in accidents, against the insurance companies. She is fully ready to take a case to trial if the insurance companies make unreasonable settlement offers.

    24 years, 500 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 30%

    Maria Patterson handles misdemeanor and felony cases in Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Montgomery, Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's Counties.

    11 years

  3. Divorce and separation: 10%

    Mediation Services in divorce, custody, financial division, and other civil matters.

    1 year

Languages spoken

English

Contact

1 Willow Street
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Patterson Law, LLC

1 Willow Street
Annapolis, MD, 21041

Fax (240) 206-8309
Website
http://www.pattersonlawyers.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
DCInactive 199810/14/2017
MDActive199710/30/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers15
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 50 Women Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2017
Top 50 Women Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
Top 100 Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2015
Top 50 Women Lawyers in MarylandSuper Lawyers2015
Super Lawyer for Washington D.C.Washington Post Magazine2014
"10 Best" Client Satisfaction AwardAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2014
10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys - Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys2014
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2014
Top Attorneys in MarylandBaltimore Magazine2014
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2014
Top Washington LawyersNewsweek Magazine2012
Top 1% Car Accident LawyerCar Accident Lawyer.Org2012
ADR FacilitatorDistrict Court of Marylad2005
Building trial skillsNational Institute for Trial Advocacy2003
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyReinstein, Glackin, Patterson & Herriott, LLC2012 - Present
AttorneyMaria K. Patterson, Esquire2011 - 2012
Assistant County AttorneyOffice of Law, Prince George's County2009 - 2011
AttorneyLaw offices of Timothy S. Smith2001 - 2009
AttorneySasscer, Clagett & Bucher1998 - 2001
AttorneyMeng & Urey1997 - 1998
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Anne Arundel County Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1997
University of DelawareBachelor of Arts1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Paralegals and Soft Tissue InjurySoft Tissue Injury2002
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Slip and Fall settlmentSettled for $255,000
Pedestrian hit and runMaria Patterson located an insurance policy for the pedestrian who did not own a car. $100,000 Policy limits settlement
Donald Berry v. State Farm Insurance Company$178,480.40 verdict for the Plaintiff, Donald Berry
Cheye Calvo, et al. v. State of Maryland, et al.

Reviews

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Top notch professional

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Coming from a fellow lawyer who retained her for her services, Ms. Patterson is professional, responsive, and knowledgeable. She has developed the skills necessary for effective legal representation in difficult personal situations. I highly recommend her.

Compassionate Lawyer

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Ms. Patterson was very professional in her handling of my case. She is very knowledgeable of Maryland State law as it pertains to criminal law. I would recommend to anyone looking for a knowledgeable yet compassionate lawyer to seek Ms. Patterson's services.

Personal Injury

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I hired Maria to represent me in a case that was the result of a car accident where I suffered medical injuries. The case went to court before a judge. Maria did an excellent and through job of representing the facts of my case to the judge. She was extremely well prepared, competent and organized. She spent many hours collecting all of the background information and detailed medical records. All of the materials were put together and analyzed to support my case. I was able to receive a fair judgement to pay my medical bills and reimbursement for the time I needed to take off from work for treatment. Her years of experience showed through in the courtroom with her poise and ability to work with the judge resulting in a fair trial. I would highly recommend her if you need a very skilled attorney to represent you.
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Outstanding

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Maria Patterson far surpassed my expectations. She was outstanding in & outside the court room. She was very professional approaching my case. Very vigilant with the case brought upon as well as thoroughly addressing the disclaimers that were brought by the opposing party. Very passionate inside the court room and took the extra mile to talk to many witnesses as possible and to posses all accurate information to assure a won case. Would highly recommend her for your immediate problems residing with your claims.
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Excellence by Mrs. Petterson

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Mrs. Petterson is an outstanding attorney. From the start, she seemed genuinely interested in my case. She is very patient and a great listener! There were times I felt like I was rambling on about my case. She never rushed me and made me feel like my case was as important as any case she ever had. She listened and was able to verbally paraphrase my thoughts. I also appreciated the prompt manner in which she responded to my emails and phone calls. Mrs. Petterson is very competent as she understood the pros and cons of my case from a legal perspective. Overall, she's a good person and genuinely cares about her clients. It is without reservation that I would recommend Mrs. Petterson to anyone looking for a 5 star attorney! Regards, William. D
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My fabulous Lawyer

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So I actually have to say she is one of nicest attorneys I have met and worked with. I had a pleasure working with her for 11 months and shes been fantastic through the entire time. The hardest part is leaving after you developed a great relationship with the best attorney. She will never be forgotten and whomever gets the opportunity to work with her you will have a wonderful experience as well as I have.
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Excellent Attorney and Firm!!

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Made one of the best decisions in my life by hiring Maria! She is a very successful and professional attorney. Definitely someone you'll want on your side no matter how small or big a case. She was very thorough, thoughtful and deliberate when it came to taking care of my legal problems. Case resolved very quickly. Best outcome...the record was even expunged right a way. I would highly recommend her and her team no matter the issue. Thanks again Maria!
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Caring, Competent and Courageous!

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Maria handled my personal injury case. She spent an extensive period of time to learn about my case at the beginning. I immediately saw that she was caring and compassionate and so personable. In hindsight, I now realize that all of the information that she gathered was used to organize my case in a way so that the insurance company had no choice but to be sympathetic to my case. The opening offer was more than I anticipated! Maria was able to talk about hundreds of cases that she had tried in order to make the insurance company understand the depth of my suffering and injuries. I was delighted with the settlement outcome!!
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Outstanding lawyer

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Maria is a great lawyer. This was my first time needing a lawyer to defend me in a personal injury law suit. I was in 2 car accidents and both were 10 months apart. This wasn't the easiest case when your going through recovery from one car accident and then get struck as a pedestrian in the 2nd car accident. There was a lot that I wasn't knowledgeable about personal injury law suit, but Maria managed both from the beginning to the end. Her level of expertise, professionalism, and availability made my case and recovery stress free. Maria assisted me with finding the best cervical spine surgeon Dr.Bands. Maria made sure all medical bills were paid in full and also reached a settlement over $120,000 out of court. She made my journey very smooth through the process and her knowledge in law was very helpful. I greatly appreciate time and patient. Thank you Maria.
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Criminal Case

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Maria, accepted my case (assault and burglary) and walked me through the process. We had a fairly significant amount of evidence against the other party, and she was able to use that as leverage to negotiate with the other side. She was very relaxed and assisted me with having the court records expunged after the not-guilty verdict. She is very personable and I'm grateful that she was able to assist with a verdict in my favor.
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Attorney endorsements

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Shireen Jayatilaka, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Maria for many years as a colleague and friend and she is top notch and a very good trial lawyer

Timothy Fitzmaurice, Litigation Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Maria Patterson in the past and she is a very thorough and effictive litigator, both in criminal and civil matters, as well as representing both civil plaintiffs and defendants.

Jody Pollara, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 14, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

Maria is a talented and competent lawyer. While working with Maria, I consulted her on many cases and found that she has a great legal mind and a good demeanor for trial practice.

Mark Kohl, Criminal defense Attorney on May 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Maria is an outstanding trial lawyer with a vast array of experience in both criminal and civil matters.

Paul Reinstein, Domestic violence Attorney on Apr 25, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Patterson is an experienced trial attorney and an effective advocate, who understands the complex issues in protective order and peace order proceedings. I highly recommend her.

Christopher Dunn, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Maria is an excellent trial lawyer with a wealth of experience. She is fabulous in a courtroom and juries love her. She is a straight shooter and can always be taken at her word.

Andrew Calabrese, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 23, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have had numerous cases against Ms. Patterson in the past. She is a well prepared, experienced, and highly effective litigator. I would recommend her without reservation.

Randall Herriott, Litigation Attorney on Sep 3, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Ms. Patterson for approximately 10 years. She is an experienced, thorough and respected trial attorney. I highly recommend her.

Andrea Peters, Insurance Attorney on Jun 5, 2009
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Maria Patterson for 8 years. I find her to be hard working, ethical, diligent and a very good trial attorney.

Thomas McManus, Insurance Attorney on Jun 4, 2009
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$200-$300/hour
    RATES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-33%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card