Atty. Michael A. DeSantis
Mr. DeSantis, who resides in Arnold, MD, focuses his practice on all aspects of litigation.
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About Michael A. DeSantis at a glance
Michael A. DeSantis is a Partner based in Hanover, Maryland, practicing at Hartel, DeSantis & Murray, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1988), District of Columbia U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1990), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia (2001). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Maryland (B.A. Government, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Hanover, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. DeSantis, who resides in Arnold, MD, focuses his practice on all aspects of litigation
- He has extensive experience handling claims involving automobile negligence, medical malpractice, boating accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, serious personal injury, products liability and intentional torts
- He also handles business contracts and commercial litigation
- He has tried numerous jury trials throughout Maryland and D.C. involving negligence and intentional torts
- Mr. DeSantis practice is approximately seventy percent in Maryland and thirty percent in the District of Columbia
- Super Lawyers 2017
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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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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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 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.
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