Atty. Patrick Malone
Patrick Malone is a leading patient safety advocate and attorney who represents seriously injured people in lawsuits against doctors, hospitals, drug companies, government agencies, and other defendants. He has won a long series of exceptional verdicts and settlements for his clients.
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Patrick Malone at a Glance
Patrick Malone is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Patrick Malone & Associates PC. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1984) and Yale University (—, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Malone
- Patrick Malone is a leading patient safety advocate and attorney who represents seriously injured people in lawsuits against doctors, hospitals, drug companies, government agencies, and other defendants
- He has won a long series of exceptional verdicts and settlements for his clients
- Mr. Malone is the author of The Life You Save: Nine Steps to Finding the Best Medical Care -- and Avoiding the Worst
- He wrote The Fearless Cross-Examiner: Win the Witness, Win the Case (Trial Guides 2016)
- He is co-author of an acclaimed book teaching other attorneys how to win cases on behalf of plaintiffs: Rules of the Road: A Plaintiff Lawyer's Guide to Proving Liability
- He frequently is invited to give educational lectures to lawyer groups around the country about cutting edge techniques in trial advocacy
- He is a member of several prestigious invitation-only lawyer societies, including the Inner Circle of Advocates and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers
- He is recognized as a leader in the field by the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America, The Best Lawyers in America, and Washington, D.C
- Super Lawyers
- One experience that has brought Mr. Malone closer to his clients' disabilities is raising his autistic son Brendan
- His story about Brendan appears as Chapter One in the book, Up All Night: Practical Wisdom from Mothers and Fathers, a collection of essays by parents at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Washington, D.C
- Malone is a graduate of Yale Law School and the University of Kansas
- He and his wife Vicki live in Chevy Chase, Maryland
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Patrick Malone's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Malone handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Medical Malpractice in Washington
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Washington
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 Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Patrick Malone
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Malone's practice in the field of medical malpractice and personal injury.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, Virginia State Bar, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, Patrick Malone can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice and personal injury, Patrick Malone can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Patrick Malone attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick Malone Handles in Washington
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