Practice areas
30 years
30 years
30 years
This covers almost any example of where one person's (or a corporation's) conduct causes physical or financial harm to you. Negligence. Assault. Defamation. Car accidents. Work place accidents. Injury caused by defective products. Medical malpractice claims. Nursing home injury. Slip and Fall cases.
30 years
25 years
10 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MD | Active | 1999 | 07/12/2022 |
DC | Good Standing | 1987 | 02/28/2021 |
VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 1985 | 07/02/2022 |
Legal answers | 430 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
By Virginia Supreme Court | Certified Mediator in Virginia GDC | 2013 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2007 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2006 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founding Partner | The Westerfield Law Firm | 2012 - Present |
Partner | Johnston & Westerfield, PC | 1997 - 2012 |
Of Counsel and Associate | Gilberg & Kurent | 1989 - 1996 |
Associate | Paulson & Nace | 1986 - 1989 |
Law Clerk to Chief Judge of Civil Division | D.C. Superior Court, Judge William C. Gardner | 1985 - 1986 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Maryland State Bar Association | 1999 - Present | |
District of Columbia Bar | 1986 - Present | |
Virginia Bar Association | 1985 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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George Washington University National Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 1985 |
Ball State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1980 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Mitsuhiro Honzawa v. Hirokuni Honzawa; Takara International Inc; Hiro Real Estate Co.; Hiro Enterprise USA | Jury verdict $53.9 Million |
Spears v Intrados (D.C. Superior Court) | Jury verdict. D.C. Superior Court. $1,270,000 |
Takara International v. Mitsuhiro Honzawa (U.S. District Court for Southern District of NY)(Sprizzo) | Bench verdict of $2,200,000 plus Rule 11 sanctions in the amount of $550,000. |
Jenks v. Stark (Circuit Court for Prince William County, VA) | $1 Million jury verdict |
Spears v Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, 254 F.Supp.2d 144 (U.S.D.C. District of Columbia)(2003)(Sullivan) | Settlement. |
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June 23, 2012
Joseph Blaszkow, Litigation Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mark for many years. At one time we worked in the same law firm. As a sole practioner, I sometimes find it necessary to contact colleagues in order to "bounce ideas" of them in connection with one of my cases. Mark is one of my "go to" contacts for reliable, and creative information. I endorse this lawyer.
Jacob Cecere, Litigation Attorney on Nov 1, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Westerfield is an experienced, respected and successful attorney who produces excellent results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
James Garrett, Personal injury Attorney on May 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. His insightful contributions to Avvo show his thorough knowledge of personal injury law.
Ronald Burdge, General practice Attorney on Jun 20, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mark is a great lawyer. He has a solid track record in the court and knows the law extremely well. With lots of published answers to legal questions on Avvo.com too, it should be obvious to anyone that Mark cares about making sure people get good (and accurate) advice on their rights and obligations. If you have any kind of legal problem at all, and his office is anywhere near you, I highly recommend him to you.
Neil Kuchinsky, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jun 9, 2012
Relationship: Other
I have read dozens of Mr. Westerfield's responses on Avvo, and it is clear to me that he is an attorney with extraordinary insight and skill. He demonstrates great analytical skills together with experience and compassion. I endorse him.
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