Atty. James Michael Balog

Atty. James Michael Balog

James Michael Balog is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal. James received a B.S. degree from Frostburg State College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Hagerstown Hagerstown 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Balog at a glance

James Michael Balog is a personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp attorney based in Hagerstown, Maryland. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1987). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1987) and Frostburg State College (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Hagerstown, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Michael Balog is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal
  • James received a B.S. degree from Frostburg State College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices in Hagerstown, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Balog's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Balog handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

James Michael Balog is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Michael Balog is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Michael Balog is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Maryland →

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 Hagerstown 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 James Michael Balog

Where is James Michael Balog's law office located?
James Michael Balog's law practice is located in Hagerstown, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Balog handle?
James Michael Balog focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James Michael Balog practiced law?
James Michael Balog has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Michael Balog go to law school?
James Michael Balog earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact James Michael Balog for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Michael Balog received?
James Michael Balog's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore
- 1987
B.S.
Frostburg State College
- 1984

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1987

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