Atty. Anthony J. DiPaula

Atty. Anthony J. DiPaula

Mr. DiPaula’s practice includes representation in personal matters, in small business matters, civil litigation, and criminal defense.

Bel Air Bel Air 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (667) 283-2119 Book Appointment

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About Anthony J. DiPaula at a glance

Anthony J. DiPaula is a Member based in Bel Air, Maryland, practicing at Law Offices of Anthony J. DiPaula, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1985), District of Columbia (1989), and United States Supreme Court (2008). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D. Recipient, 1984) and Loyola College (B.A. Political, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Baltimore County, Harford County and Maryland State Bar Associations Lawyer-Pilots Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Bel Air, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. DiPaula’s practice includes representation in personal matters, in small business matters, civil litigation, and criminal defense
  • He has experience handling cases in nearly all District and Circuit Courts in the State
  • Mr. DiPaula was voted to The Daily Record’s “A-List” in 1999 as one of Maryland’s favorite personal lawyers, and selected as a 2014 finalist for SmartCEO Magazine’s Power Player Award for attorneys
  • In 2016, he applied for and was highly recommended to the Governor for appointment to the Circuit Court for Harford County
  • Prior to entering the practice of law and while finishing his education at the University of Baltimore School of Law, Mr. DiPaula served from January, 1983 through September, 1984 as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable A. Owen Hennegan, an associate judge on the Circuit Court for Baltimore County
  • While awaiting Bar admission in 1984, he began working for a Towson firm where he remained for sixteen (16) years before departing to open a practice in Bel Air, close to his home
  • Prior to clerking for Judge Hennegan, Mr. DiPaula’s prior legal experience included various assistant positions in the Baltimore County Office of Law, assisting the County Law Department in representing various County agencies, and serving as an assistant librarian in the Baltimore County Bar Library
  • On a personal level, Tony was born on April 17, and raised in the Randallstown area of Baltimore County
  • Tony and his wife became homeowners in Bel Air in 1984 where they have raised their four children, and been very active in St. Margaret Catholic Church and School, and the Bel Air community
  • Tony has coached youth baseball, coached basketball and chaired the Bel Air Boys Basketball Program, and served on the Bel Air Recreation Committee Board of Directors
  • He continues to be actively involved as a Calvert Hall College High School alumnus, and he and his wife have served as Co-Chairs of the Patriot Parent Association of The John Carroll School
  • CIVIC, CHURCH AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES - Bel Air Recreation Committee, Inc. (Parks & Rec), Board Member (2006-2014)
  • Program Chair, Boys Basketball Program (2001-06) and coach and age group commissioner 1997-2006. - Associated Italian American Charities of Maryland, Inc., Member since 1986, Past President and Board Member. - St. Margaret School, Home and School Association, former President, and Board Member from 2000-2005. - Past Co-Chair, John Carroll Patriot Parent Association, Exec
  • Committee
  • PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS/BAR MEMBERSHIPS - Maryland State Bar Association - Baltimore County Bar Association - Harford County Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Anthony J. DiPaula's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Anthony J. DiPaula handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bel Air are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Anthony J. DiPaula

Where is Anthony J. DiPaula's law office located?
Anthony J. DiPaula's law practice is located in Bel Air, Maryland. The firm is Law Offices of Anthony J. DiPaula, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Anthony J. DiPaula handle?
Anthony J. DiPaula focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Anthony J. DiPaula practiced law?
Anthony J. DiPaula has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Anthony J. DiPaula go to law school?
Anthony J. DiPaula earned their education at (J.D. Recipient, 1984); (B.A. Political, 1981).
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What awards or recognition has Anthony J. DiPaula received?
Anthony J. DiPaula's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Recipient
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 1984
B.A. Political
Loyola College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2008

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