Maria Louise Wormington

Maria Louise Wormington

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 26 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Albuquerque, NM
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

500 4th Suite 103, Albuquerque, NM

About Maria

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

40%-50%


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Licenses

Licensed in New Mexico for 6 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 2020

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Wormington & Bollinger

500 4th Suite 103, Albuquerque, NM, 87102

Wormington Law Group, PLLC

212 E. Virginia Street, MCKINNEY, TX, 75069

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Maria Louise Wormington's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Brenda Kadleck | September 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Brenda Kadleck

Maria and her firm are excellent. She has handled three separate suits and won each one with a very fair settlement. She is compassionate and driven. Very smart lady! I admire and respect her very much. Highly recommend her for your needs. I will return to her as a client if necessary.

Posted by Annette Meador | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

Annette Meador

We had a great experience and one if the best lawyers that we could have ever found to take care of my mothers nursing home death case.

Posted by Arthur | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

Maria exceeded my expectations

After contacting a half-dozen of law firms, in which I discussed the synopsis of my wife’s case, Maria was the only one who agreed to setup a follow-up appointment for a face-to-face assessment of the circumstances. My intention was to ensure the doctor who caused my wife’s death, did not get off ...scott-free. Maria and her staff dug-in to the available documents and did an initial review of the case, afterwards she informed me that she found validity in the case, and was willing to proceed. A lawsuit was issued, mediation was arranged, the doctors and the hospital recommended a settlement. This may sound like a straightforward open-and-shut case; Let me assure you, that this was not the situation. Maria combines her knowledge of both healthcare and law in a way that cuts through all the jargon and she is able to explain thing to me in a way I feel confident when the time came for me to make a decision. Maria is proof that some semblance of accountability can actually take place in this world, even in Texas. So then… • Did Maria meet my expectations? – YES, in fact she exceeded them. • Did I get what I asked for? – YES, absolutely (To ensure the doctor who caused my wife’s death, did not get off scott-free) this is now on the dr’s permanent public record. • Would I recommend Maria at Wormington & Bollinger? – YES indeed. If you feel that you or your love-one has unjustly suffered at the hands of a bungling dr, please let me advise you to keep your expectations realistic, especially if the case is in Texas. Why Texas?... “Texas is a state now known for tort reform. As part of this tort reform, several limits have been placed on the damages those injured by medical malpractice can receive.”, this is the main reason the other lawyers that I’ve talked to, told me why they did not want to take on a medical malpractice case in Texas. Don’t hate the lawyers, the Texas tort reform laws are intended to protect, not the patient rites, but the dr’s, with the result of having a higher number of dr’s, with the consequence of having a lower ratio of dr’s with an at least an “adequate” level of medical expertise (i.e. quantity over quality). Thank you Maria & your staff. Arthur

Posted by Margarita | May 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

Malpractice

Words can’t explain how thankful I am for Maria Wormington for helping and taking my dad‘s malpractice case although no amount of money can ever replace my dad but for one thing for sure is that she Maria did what my dad wanted a case against the doctor that cause his death. Maria did it !!!! Thank...s Maria Wornington and team !

Posted by Kim | January 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

Thankful !!

Maria and her staff have been so wonderful during the nursing home lawsuit for my mom. Because of her knowledge on the many aspects of neglect that occur, I could rest assured that Maria was taking care of things while I was taking care of mom. Mom did pass away during this time, so having a caring ...attorney and Robyn her helper who worked tirelessly, was such a blessing. Thank you Maria and Robyn ! The great settlement really helped too!!!

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Maria Louise Wormington's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ben Vinson

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria is an intelligent, passionate, and charismatic attorney. She is dogged in her efforts to get her clients the best possible result."

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Molly Scott

Medical malpractice lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria is a persuasive and tenacious attorney, and she uses those skills superbly in front of a jury. Her clients are lucky to have a knowledgeable and caring advocate fighting for them."

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John Meazell

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria approaches this segment of the legal profession with pragmatism and common sense. She has a unique ability to properly evaluate cases and upon accepting a case successfully navigates the matter through the jumble of defenses asserted by defense counsel. Because of her approach and expertise, I always consult with Maria on medical malpractice cases."

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David Benford

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Maria, is passionate, talented, and driven in pursuit of her client's rights."

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Brandon Barros

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria works hard for each and every one of her clients. Never is a client treated as "just another client." She knows each client's case inside and out without having to constantly refer to files. She has the legal and medical experience to take a case through the legal mine-field of medical malpractice. There is no one else that I would have handle a case for my family or myself. Highly recommended."

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Richard Kilgore

Personal injury lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brilliant Highly Competent Attorney"

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Julie Johnson

Personal injury lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria is a terrific attorney. She brings a fierce tenacity to a fight on behalf of her clients. She thoroughly prepares and is definitely someone you want in your corner. Maria's medical background makes her uniquely suited to represent clients in personal injury situations. I highly endorse her!"

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Stayton Worthington

Personal injury lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have tried a case as opposing counsel against Maria and, later, worked with her as co-counsel. She is a very bright, dedicated attorney who is truly a zealous advocate for her clients. She has my utmost respect for her professionalism and, more importantly, her genuine concern for her clients."

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John McCraw

Personal injury lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria is tough as nails, smart and hardworking. I would recommend her to anyone with a serious injury or death case without any reservations whatsoever. Her background as a nurse is particularly helpful when medical issues are present but she is equally competent handling traditional injury cases as well as medical-legal cases. Lin McCraw"

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Shelly Greco

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As both a nurse and lawyer, Maria brings a knowledge and expertise to her personal injury and medical malpractice cases few can. I have had cases as co-defense counsel (before we both saw the light and became Plaintiff lawyers), as well as trained and worked with Maria on the Plaintiff's side. She is knowledgable, hardworking, caring and creative at reaching resolutions in cases many lawyers in Texas will no longer take due to the restrictive laws and difficult battles our legislature has put our citizens in by trying to deny access to the courthouse. Maria has a big heart yet, is a fighter!"

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Lennie Bollinger

Medical malpractice lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Maria is, by far, one of the best medical negligence attorneys in the US. Her determination and dedication add up to impressive results for her clients."

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Douglas Chanco

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Other

"Maria is a phenominal attorney who brings her extensive knowledge and passion to the practice of law. Because of this, the results she obtains for her clients are outstanding. She is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and constantly strives to be the best legal advocate. She attends the nations top DUI conferences so that she can always be prepared and knowledgeable when representing clients. I met her while we were both attending the Trial Lawyers College, and got to work with her on multiple cases. Her ability is unmatched by most in the legal community, and I wholeheartedly endorse her work."

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Julie Johnson

Mediation lawyer

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Lennie Bollinger

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Graduate, Trial Lawyers College

2011

Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America

2011

Top Texas Verdicts 2011, Verdict Search

2010

Top Texas Verdicts 2010, Verdict Search

1998

Moot Court-Undefeated in Midwest Region, American Bar Association

1998

Moot Court-Quarter Finalist-National ABA Competition, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Wormington Law Group

2005 - 2008

Attorney, VanWey & Johnson, L.L.P.

2004 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Fraley & Fraley, L.L.P.

2002 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Godwin Gruber, LLP

2000 - 2002

Associate Attorney, Fraley & Fraley, L.L.P.

1999 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Cantey & Hanger, L.L.P.

1998 - 1998

Summer Judicial Intern, Thirteenth Court Of Appeals

1996 - 1998

Nuse, Osteopathic Hospital of Fort Worth

1995 - 1996

Nures, HCA Medical Center of Arlington

1994 - 1995

Nurse, Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas

1993 - 1994

Nurse, Sharp Memorial Hospital

1992 - 1993

Nurse, St. Joseph's Medical Center

Associations

2011 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Cox v. Jones

$1,200,000 Verdict

Estate of Argote v. Commercial Transporation

$2,100,000 Verdict

Moreno v. Raj

Verdict - $245,000

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Education

1999

Texas A&M University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Pacific Union College

B.S.N.

1991

Pacific Union College

A.S.N.

N/A

Le Campus Adventiste du Salève

Became Fluent in Spoken & Written French

Speaking Engagements

2003

Paralegal Association

Making Sense of Medical Cases: A Texas Paralegals Guide

Publications

2003

Mealey's Litigation Report Application of HIPAA to Employers

Languages

English

French

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