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William R. Hall has been practicing law for over 24 years on Maryland's Eastern Shore. As a former prosecutor and native of the Shore, he knows the courts and the people involved with the judicial system. He has won hundreds of cases in criminal defense and personal injury for clients from all walks of life. No matter how complicated your legal matter is, he is prepared to listen to your case and work hard to build a strong case. Mr. Hall is known as the best attoreny on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. He values his clients and strives to provide personalized service. His commitment to superior client care and high-quality advocacy has led to numerous successes during his career. He has been recognized by his peers for his success in court and is often sought for his advice by other attoreneys and serves as local counsel in complex litigation and jury trials. He is the only attorney on Maryland's Eastern Shore that is a member of Super Lawyers and he has recently been named as a Fellow to the American Bar Association.
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28 years | 5,000 cases
28 years | 1,000 cases
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 1998
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100 East Main Street, One Plaza East Building 7th Floor, Salisbury, MD, 21801
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46 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Mr. Hall saved us!
A criminal charge is never expected by most families. The urgency, seriousness, and despair can be understood only by the people or their families who had that experience. My son was charged with a misdemeanor which had never been imagined based on his school life. Mr. Hall was strongly recommended b...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer!
Our son was a college student at Salisbury University and was wrongfully charged with first degree rape, which can carry a life sentence! We knew on the advice of attorneys in our hometown to find a lawyer in the area who knew the way things worked in Wicomico County. Mr. Hall was a former prosecu...
Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DWI
Mr. Hall really helped me in a bad situation. I really thought I was going to jail on my second DWI and he kept me out of jail in Worcester County District Court. He has the insight and the experience with the local judges to deliver results that no one else can. If you ever need a great local lawyer...
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Highly recommend for Ocean City Maryland defense.
Hiring William was the only wise decision I made following an alcohol related arrest in ocean city Maryland. He Began to put my mind at ease from the very first phone call and was with me and very communicative every step of the way leading up to my court date. The outcome was even more favorable th...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hands Down THE BEST Lawyer!
William Hall did an amazing job on my case! He was thorough and extremely knowledgeable about the laws and the court system. He was extremely professional and has the most contagious personality that made me feel at ease. He fought for me and my case and knew I had a good chance that the charges woul...
"William Hall is the real McCoy among Salisbury area criminal defense lawyers. I have spoken with him about criminal defense and can tell how committed he is to providing his clients a strong defense. I recommend William's services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hall previously worked as a State's Attorney and a Public Defender. His experience on both sides of the aisle has made him a talented attorney."
Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Member, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top Lawyer, Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Top Lawyer, National Top Lawyers
2004
Prosecution Award, Dorchester County Narcotics Task Force
2013 - Present
Corporate Attorney, Delmarva Collections
2005 - Present
Board Attorney, Somerset County Board of License Commissioners
2004 - Present
President, William R. Hall, P.A.
2002 - 2004
Assistant State's Attorney, Dorchester County State's Attorney Office
2000 - 2002
Assistant Public Defender, Maryland Office of the Public Defender
1999 - 2001
Associate Attorney, Private Law Firm
1997 - 1999
Law Clerk, Circuit Court for Wicomico County
2013 - Present
Top 100 Trial LawyersMember
2004 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
1997 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1997 - Present
Wicomico County Bar AssociationAttorney
Victory, even the prosecution agreed that the evidence was lacking and my client paid a payable ticket and went home that day
The judgments of the Circuit Court REVERSED; Defendant released; Dismissal ordered
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1989
High School
2015
Drug Abuse
2013
DUI
English
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