Atty. Brian Brown
Brian S. Brown, one of the firm’s founding partners and its Managing Member, has over 40 years of experience as a trial lawyer and focuses his practice on nursing home abuse and medical malpractice cases.
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Baltimore, MD
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About Brian Brown at a Glance
Brian Brown is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Brown & Barron LLC. Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Brown
- Brian S. Brown, one of the firm’s founding partners and its Managing Member, has over 40 years of experience as a trial lawyer and focuses his practice on nursing home abuse and medical malpractice cases
- Brian has tried well over 100 tort cases and obtained multiple multimillion-dollar verdicts
- Over his career, he has recovered more than $200 million for his clients through both trial and settlement
- In addition to his trial experience, Brian has extensive appellate experience, having appeared before the Supreme Court of Maryland 12 times and the Appellate Court of Maryland more than 50 times
- He is admitted to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia, as well as in the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals
- Brian is currently a member of the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ) and the American Association for Justice (AAJ)
- Brian has presented on legal topics in a variety of settings, including for the Inn of Court and over 10 times at HB Litigation Conferences
- He has also presented to the entire bench of the Circuit Court of Baltimore City regarding the evolving law of expert testimony in Maryland
- In 2022, Brian was named a Leader in Law Honoree by The Daily Record and the Maryland State Bar Association
- In 2020, Brian was selected as “Trial Lawyer of the Year” by the MAJ
- The MAJ Trial Lawyer of the Year Award is bestowed annually upon the Maryland trial lawyer or team of trial lawyers who made the greatest contribution to the public interest by trying or settling a case of precedential value – precedential either because it changed the law in a way that is beneficial to Marylanders or has, for other reasons, “sent a message” to those who might otherwise trample upon the rights of Maryland citizens
- Brian has been named as a Super Lawyer, and he has been selected as a member of both the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and of the prestigious Litigation Counsel of America
- In 2024, Brian was named an "Icon" by the Daily Record
- The Icon Honors awards recognize Maryland leaders over the age of 60 for their notable success and demonstration of strong leadership both within and outside of their chosen field
- Brian has appeared on the "Great Trial Podcast" on two occasions
- This podcast offers conversations with leading trial lawyers, taking listeners "behind the scenes" of America’s greatest trials
- Outside of his legal work, Brian has served as the President of the Board for the Maryland Disability Law Center (now known as Disability Rights Maryland), and has volunteered with other civic organizations, including with the Upton School Foundation and with Higher Achievement
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Brown's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Brown handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baltimore.
Medical Malpractice in Baltimore
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Baltimore
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Brian Brown is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baltimore
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 Baltimore 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 venue, 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.
Baltimore Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baltimore-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Baltimore Choose Brian Brown
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Brown's practice in the field of medical malpractice and personal injury.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice and personal injury, Brian Brown can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baltimore
A Baltimore-based practice means Brian Brown attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Brown Handles in Baltimore
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Brown directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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