Atty. Jonathan Schochor
Jonathan Schochor is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, and the American University School of Law, where he was Associate Editor-In-Chief of the Law Review. He has served as a Board Member, Secretary, Vice-President, and President of the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association, and has further served as the Maryland State Delegate and Governor of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. “When tragedy strikes due to a possible medical mistake, I am here to provide you with the highest level of legal representation—to fight for you and prevail if it is humanly possible.
Profile Summary
About Jonathan Schochor at a glance
Jonathan Schochor is a Founder based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea, P.A.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, class action, and product liability. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1971), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia, U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1972), Maryland (1974), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1975). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1971) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland State Bar Association Baltimore City Bar Association American Association for Justice Maryland Association for Justice American Bar Association Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity American Judicature Society. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Jonathan Schochor is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, and the American University School of Law, where he was Associate Editor-In-Chief of the Law Review
- He has served as a Board Member, Secretary, Vice-President, and President of the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association, and has further served as the Maryland State Delegate and Governor of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. “When tragedy strikes due to a possible medical mistake, I am here to provide you with the highest level of legal representation—to fight for you and prevail if it is humanly possible
- Over the last 26 years, we have built a team of passionate and compassionate professionals who are dedicated to you and your case
- Contact me personally to discuss what we can do for you.” Mr. Schochor has been requested to teach and lecture both nationally and locally by institutions such as the Johns Hopkins Hospital, and the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Additionally, he has been a guest expert on a variety of radio and television programs, speaking on issues involving the law, medicine and tort reform
- Over his career, Mr. Schochor has been recognized by many legal organizations including: The Association of Trial Lawyers of America’s Top 100 Lawyers™
- Maryland Super Lawyers™
- Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers™
- Best Lawyers in America™
- and Baltimore and Washington D.C.’s Best Lawyers™
- Additionally, he has achieved the highest rating possible by Martindale-Hubbell™—a rating which recognizes the highest level of both legal ability and ethical standards, and has been selected as one of America’s Most Honored Professionals™, an accomplishment realized by the top five percent of American professionals
- His firm has also been recognized by U.S
- News and World Report and Newsweek
- Most recently, Mr. Schochor was named one of the Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in the State of Maryland by the American Society of Legal Advocates
- Mr. Schochor is a first generation American who credits a great deal of his success to the education he received at the Pennsylvania State University, where he met his wife, Joan
- He has remained active at the University and serves on the Development Council for the College of Liberal Arts
- Additionally, he and his wife have endowed two scholarships at the University—one for undergraduate students, and one for graduate students in the Liberal Arts
- In 2006, Mr. Schochor was honored to receive the Outstanding Liberal Arts Alumni Award from the Pennsylvania State University
- Mr. Schochor supports many charitable organizations
- However, two tragedies struck very close, resulting in his participation in The Rita Project, a non-profit organization devoted to assisting those who have lost a loved one to teen suicide
- Additionally, Mr. Schochor is on the Board of the Life and Breath Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to finding the cure for sarcoidosis—the world’s most common fibrotic lung disease
- A devoted husband, father of two grown children, and grandfather of two granddaughters, he lives with his wife in Lutherville, Maryland
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan Schochor's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Schochor handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Jonathan Schochor is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Maryland →
Jonathan Schochor is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Maryland →
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.
Jonathan Schochor is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →
Jonathan Schochor is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Maryland →
Jonathan Schochor is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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.
Looking for additional Maryland attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Baltimore or all attorneys in Maryland.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Jonathan Schochor
Where is Jonathan Schochor's law office located?
What practice areas does Jonathan Schochor handle?
How long has Jonathan Schochor practiced law?
Where did Jonathan Schochor go to law school?
How can I contact Jonathan Schochor for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Jonathan Schochor received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.