Atty. Patrick Thronson
Patrick Thronson has a national practice focused on helping people obtain just compensation for preventable medical errors, sexual abuse, and other catastrophic injuries. With his legal teams, he has recovered tens of millions of dollars to help injured plaintiffs and their families seek peace and resolution and rebuild their lives.
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About Patrick Thronson at a glance
Patrick Thronson is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Wais, Vogelstein, Forman, Koch & Norman LLC. Admitted to practice in Maryland, Maryland, Illinois, Illinois, and Minnesota, Minnesota. Educated at University of Michigan (—, 2013) and Harvard University (—, 2005). 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 — in America (2026). Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Patrick Thronson has a national practice focused on helping people obtain just compensation for preventable medical errors, sexual abuse, and other catastrophic injuries
- With his legal teams, he has recovered tens of millions of dollars to help injured plaintiffs and their families seek peace and resolution and rebuild their lives
- Patrick represents clients in individual lawsuits and in class actions in trial courts across the country
- NBC News, the Associated Press, the Washington Post, and other local and national media organizations have reported on his cases
- Patrick has presented written or oral argument to numerous federal and state appellate courts
- He has served as counsel of record on a brief to the United States Supreme Court and has presented briefing and oral argument to the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
- He also maintains an active pro bono practice, including reversing a wrongful conviction and obtaining asylum for a child who fled her home country as a result of physical and sexual violence
- Patrick’s advocacy for his clients extends beyond the courtroom
- He has served the Maryland Association of Justice (MAJ) in a variety of capacities, including current positions in the Board of Governors and Executive Committee
- On behalf of MAJ, he has testified numerous times before the Maryland General Assembly to advocate for fair treatment of injured and disadvantaged people
- He is the 2022 recipient of the Robert J. Zarbin Legislative Advocacy Award from MAJ
- Patrick has also been an author of numerous amicus (“friend of the court”) briefs on civil justice issues submitted to state and federal appellate courts
- Patrick has been recognized as a Life Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, as a member of Super Lawyers®, and as Distinguished Justice Advocate
- Patrick is admitted to practice in state and federal district courts in Illinois, Maryland, and Minnesota, as well as the United States Courts of Appeals for the Third, Fourth, and Sixth Circuits and the United States Supreme Court
- He has been specially admitted to represent clients in over half of U.S. states
- Before becoming a lawyer, Patrick served as communications director for the Office of the Mayor of Salt Lake City, where he was the mayor’s speechwriter and media liaison
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Thronson's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Thronson 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.
Patrick Thronson is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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.
Patrick Thronson is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 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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