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Hi, I’m Maryland accident and injury lawyer Phil Santa Maria. Allow me to introduce myself by telling you 10 Things about my background and interests.
I have been a lawyer for more than 30 years. I
Who’s Who in American Law is a prestigious publication that recognizes excellence in the law. It currently recognizes about 2 1/2% of American lawyers. I am proud that I have been listed in their book for more than 30 years.
The Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory has a peer rating system where lawyers and judges rate each other based on legal skill and ethics. The highest possible rating is called “AV,” and I am told that only about 8% of the lawyers in the United States achieve this rating. I’m proud that I have been one of them for more than 30 years.
I am a lifetime member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization whose members have handled million dollar cases. Less than 1% of American lawyers are members.
These are a few more personal things . . .
II am married. My wife, Kathie, is a Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. Between us, we have 4 adult children.
I am a fitness person. That is, I have a special interest in health and fitness. I’m a Certified Fitness Instructor.
I’m a sports fan. I’ve played and watched sports for as long as I can remember.
I love to travel. I think my all-time favorite vacation was to Bora-Bora.
I love to make photographs, especially when we travel. I’ve won some awards for my photos and I’ve had a public exhibition which was a thrill. Recently, I created a website to display some of my photographs.
I enjoy volunteer and charitable work. I volunteer legal services to those who can’t afford to pay for it. I participated in a program called “Lawyers Who Care” and became qualified to represent 9/11 victim’s families. I’ve coached a lot of youth sports, especially basketball. I created and ran a youth ski club. I have volunteered at soup kitchens for many years. I have been a Meals on Wheels driver for more than 20 years. Another favorite thing Kathie and I did was an AIDS Ride several years ago where we rode our bicycles from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Washington, D.C., about 350 miles in 4 days. I have done volunteer community mediation.
I’m interested in government and politics.
I love humor. I like to go to comedy clubs and to movie comedies. I like to hear jokes and to tell them.
I am a blogger.
I still love being a lawyer. After all the cases I’ve handled, there’s still nothing I enjoy more than helping a good client with a good case.
Yes, I know that’s more than 10 Things. At Santa Maria Law Center, we try to always give you more than we promise.
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Acquired: 1970
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1976
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8345 Layton Court, Frederick, MD, 21704-8034
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Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Santa Maria took an entire world off of my shoulders. After struggling with an at fault insurance company while recovering physically, financially, and mentally, he took all of my worries away. He kept my best interest in mind and fought for what was best for me. I couldn't imagine going through ...
Posted by Deborah | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney
In 2015, I was injured in an auto accident in the state of Maryland. When I contacted Mr. Santa Maria, I wasn’t sure whether or not if he could handle my case since I wasn’t a resident of Maryland. Mr. Santa Maria did handle my case. Mr. Santa Maria and I communicated weekly about my condition and m...
Posted by Jason | December 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Santa Maria is very knowledgeable of the law and took the time to explain every detail we needed to know about our case. He was direct and began working with us immediately making progress. I know he went out of his way to make us feel more at ease about our circumstances and to make things eas...
Posted by Demetry | December 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Before i met Mr. Santa Maria i contacted several lawyers who didn't want to touch my case. They all turned me away. I found Mr. Santa Maria and he was not only willing to accept my case but was out diligently the next day working on my case, at the place where my injury took place. He is always avail...
Posted by Phyzell | June 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I was involved in a slip and fall accident a couple of years ago and severely injured my ankle. I reached out to other lawyers for assistance, but was told that they could not take my case, because slip and fall cases never win. I posted a question on a web forum for lawyers and Phil called me back...
"I endorse Phil wholeheartedly. I have known Phil for many, many years and he is, without a doubt, one of the best personal injury lawyers in Maryland. His reputation is excellent both in and outside the legal community and he has a long and well documented history as a winner in his field. I certainly would not hesitate to hire him as my own attorney were I to be involved in any kind of injury case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Santa Maria is a person of great integrity and ability. I have known him for decades and fully endorse his candidacy."
"I know Phil Santa Maria to be a client-centered lawyer with extensive experience handling car accident claims and litigation. I enthusiastically endorse him."
"Phil is not only an outstanding lawyer, but is also a truly caring and compassionate individual. He works extremely hard to protect the rights of his clients. His success in favorably resolving personal injury claims over the last 45 years proves him to be one of the finest attorneys in Maryland."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is a highly skilled attorney with excellent communication skills who always puts the interest of his client first."
"I have known Phil Santa Maria for over 18 years, and I have recommended him to many people who needed help with car accident cases and personal injury matters. I have found Phil to be personable, caring, easy to reach on the telephone, and very knowledgeable about a lot of things. I have only had good reports from people I have referred to him. If I had a problem, I would want Phil Santa Maria on my team!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is a caring attorney who provides his clients with the highest level of representation."
"I endorse this lawyer.Phil is an outstanding trial attorney with a wonderful personality connecting with juries.wonderful human being!! rp"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Phil for 25 years. I have found him to be intelligent, competent and both zealous and compassionate in his advocacy for, and representation of, clients. I recommend Phil without reservation or hesitation. Henry Clarke"
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2015
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2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
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2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Lifetime Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
1983
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1983
Honoree, Who's Who In American Law
1972
Honoree, Outstanding Young Men In America
1991 - Present
President, Santa Maria Law Center, Chartered
1977 - Present
Bar Association of Montgomery County MarylandMember
The Court of Special Appeals ruled in our favor and allowed my client to recover punitive damages.
1970
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1988
Biggest Jury Verdict of the Year
2008
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