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Atty. Philip Carter Dales

Atty. Philip Carter Dales

Philip Carter Dales is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, commercial & civil litigation, solo & small firm practice and 2 other areas of law. Philip received a M.U.E.P degree from University of Virginia in 2010, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Annapolis Annapolis 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip Carter Dales at a glance

Philip Carter Dales is a Partner based in Annapolis, Maryland, practicing at Liff, Walsh & Simmons. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2013) and District of Columbia (2020). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 2013) and University of Virginia (M.U.E.P Urban, 2010). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association District of Columbia Bar Association. Serands clients in Annapolis, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Philip Carter Dales is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, commercial & civil litigation, solo & small firm practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Philip received a M.U.E.P degree from University of Virginia in 2010, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Philip practices at Liff, Walsh & Simmons in Annapolis, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Carter Dales's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Carter Dales handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Annapolis 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip Carter Dales

Where is Philip Carter Dales's law office located?
Philip Carter Dales's law practice is located in Annapolis, Maryland. The firm is Liff, Walsh & Simmons. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Carter Dales handle?
Philip Carter Dales focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Philip Carter Dales practiced law?
Philip Carter Dales has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Philip Carter Dales go to law school?
Philip Carter Dales earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (M.U.E.P Urban, 2010).
How can I contact Philip Carter Dales for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 2013
M.U.E.P Urban
University of Virginia
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2013
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2020

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