Atty. John S. Vander Woude

Atty. John S. Vander Woude

John S. Vander Woude is a lawyer practicing insurance & worker's compensation, negligence, attorney discipline and 7 other areas of law.

Hanover Hanover 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About John S. Vander Woude at a glance

John S. Vander Woude is a Member based in Hanover, Maryland, practicing at Eccleston and Wolf A Professional Corporation. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1991), and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1984) and Calvin College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Maryland State Bar Association The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Hanover, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John S. Vander Woude is a lawyer practicing insurance & worker's compensation, negligence, attorney discipline and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at Eccleston and Wolf A Professional Corporation in Hanover, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Vander Woude's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S. Vander Woude 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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John S. Vander Woude is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

John S. Vander Woude is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Hanover 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 John S. Vander Woude

Where is John S. Vander Woude's law office located?
John S. Vander Woude's law practice is located in Hanover, Maryland. The firm is Eccleston and Wolf A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Vander Woude handle?
John S. Vander Woude focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John S. Vander Woude practiced law?
John S. Vander Woude has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John S. Vander Woude go to law school?
John S. Vander Woude earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John S. Vander Woude for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Vander Woude directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John S. Vander Woude received?
John S. Vander Woude's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1984
B.A.
Calvin College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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