Atty. Peter J. Basile
Peter Basile is a skilled, experienced, and successful litigator. He heads the firm’s personal injury and professional malpractice law group.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Baltimore, MD · 36+ Years Experience
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About Peter J. Basile at a Glance
Peter J. Basile is a Shareholder based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Ferguson, Schetelich & Ballew, P.A.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1990), District of Columbia (1991), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. Court of Ap (1992). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1990) and State University of New York at Albany (B.S., 1987). Active member of Bar Association of Baltimore City Prince George's County, Maryland State Bar Association The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter J. Basile
- Peter Basile is a skilled, experienced, and successful litigator
- He heads the firm’s personal injury and professional malpractice law group
- His practice also includes insurance coverage and defense, trucking liability, construction law, aviation law, product liability law, and professional malpractice
- Mr. Basile began practicing law in 1990
- He is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the Prince George’s County Bar Association, and the Baltimore City Bar Association
- His active trial practice includes cases in Federal Courts, Maryland State Courts, the District of Columbia, and before administrative agencies
- Mr. Basile’s diverse practice history includes representing plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury, product liability and professional malpractice matters
- He handled cases on behalf of a major local professional sports team, a movie production company, and other entertainment businesses
- He has argued insurance, commercial and workers’ compensation cases before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals
- In addition to trial work, Mr. Basile has obtained summary judgments on a variety of cases, including claims against a security company whose employee shot and paralyzed plaintiff
- an airport manager in a claim filed by a woman who suffered serious injuries when she was struck by a propeller
- and a beachfront restaurant whose patron sustained a cervical fracture while diving into the adjoining water
- Mr. Basile is an active certified Private Pilot
Practice Areas Explained
Peter J. Basile's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Basile handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baltimore.
Medical Malpractice in Baltimore
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Peter J. Basile is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Maryland →
Personal Injury in Baltimore
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.
Peter J. Basile is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →
Construction Law in Baltimore
Peter J. Basile is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Maryland →
Product Liability in Baltimore
Peter J. Basile is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Maryland →
Civil Litigation in Baltimore
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Peter J. Basile is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baltimore
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.
Baltimore Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baltimore-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 Baltimore Choose Peter J. Basile
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 Peter J. Basile's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, construction, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter J. Basile brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maryland, District of Columbia, and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. Court of Ap, Peter J. Basile can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and construction, Peter J. Basile can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baltimore
A Baltimore-based practice means Peter J. Basile 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 Peter J. Basile Handles in Baltimore
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter J. Basile has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter J. Basile directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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