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Atty. Janis Ruth Malan

Atty. Janis Ruth Malan

Janis Ruth Malan is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, criminal law. Janis Ruth received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1974, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Janis Ruth Malan at a glance

Janis Ruth Malan is a criminal defense and workers comp attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1994), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1995), and U.S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1993) and University of Maryland (B.S., 1974). Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Janis Ruth Malan is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, criminal law
  • Janis Ruth received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1974, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Janis Ruth practices in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Janis Ruth Malan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janis Ruth Malan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Workers Compensation

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

Janis Ruth Malan 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 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 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 Janis Ruth Malan

Where is Janis Ruth Malan's law office located?
Janis Ruth Malan's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janis Ruth Malan handle?
Janis Ruth Malan focuses on criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Janis Ruth Malan practiced law?
Janis Ruth Malan has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Janis Ruth Malan go to law school?
Janis Ruth Malan earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Janis Ruth Malan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore
- 1993
B.S.
University of Maryland
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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