Eugene L Souder Jr.

Eugene L Souder Jr.

4.1
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Frederick, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Bankruptcy & Debt

170 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD

About Eugene

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 50%

All areas of Family Law -- Divorce, Custody, Support, Visitation, Separation, Alimony, Marital Property

29 years

50%
Criminal Defense 20%

All areas of Criminal Law including -- Assault, Theft, Drug Possession, DUI, etc

12 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

All areas of Personal Injury -- Auto Accident, Slip and Fall, Malpractice

12 years

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

Chapter 7, 11, and 13

12 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 28 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1996

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Wampler & Souder, LLC

170 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD, 21701

Wampler & Souder, LLC

12114B Heritage Park Circle, Silver Spring, MD, 20906

Wampler & Souder, LLC

14452 Old Mill Road, Suite 301, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

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Eugene L Souder Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Wanda | September 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Would not recommend

Very disappointed in his lack of interest, diligence regarding my case. When Bonnie worked for the firm she genuinely made an effort to address my concerns, explain procedures, ask questions, a caring attitude. I cannot say this regarding Mr Souder.

Posted by Doug | May 14, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Money well spent

* Gene always answered my phone call's even after closing hours. * Up-front about the charges of his fee's (no surprises) * In court Gene was at the Court House a little early to give the latest up-dates + I have been represented by many different lawyers, and felt it was just a waste of money-... Not the case with Gene Souder.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2013 | Family

Destroyed my case

Had no idea just how much Mr. Souder was ruining my case, as I trusted him throughout the process. He is very easily intimidated and does not know his stuff. Eugene is an attorney who is best hired for EXTREMELY amicable situations because the minute anything gets contentious he backtracks on all t...he things he said would most likely be a favorable outcome and tries to convince you to take what they want. He is very, very easily bullied and frankly does NOT know his stuff. His motions are poorly written and show he does not have a handle on family law, at all. He may he a smart and kind person, but as far as having a grasp of the law and smart tactical moves he couldn't be worse. I have never been so disappointed and am now in the processes of digging myself out of the hole he got me in in the first place with a new attorney who is actually knows what he's doing. Eugene is good for nothing but drawing up templates of standard legal documents and showing you where to sign on the x. Add any complication and he gives terrible, frankly detrimental advice.

Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Recommend 100%

He knows his stuff... calm cool and collected in the courtroom. Would recommend him and will hire him again if needed!

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Eugene L Souder Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Nicholas Minshew

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marjorie DiLima

Family lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Gene is very smart and professional while remaining friendly and courteous. Gene was easy to work with on matters that should be easy (but some attorneys make difficult). He represented his client zealously and remained reasonable at all times. I look forward to having another case with Gene."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Wampler & Souder LLC

2007 - 2011

Principal, Wampler, Souder & Sessing LLC

1998 - 2007

Principal, Souder & Sessing Law Office

1997 - 1998

Owner, Law Offices of Eugene L. Souder

Education

1996

George Washington University National Law Center

JD

1990

East Carolina University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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