Atty. Robert Patrick Scanlon
Mr. Robert Patrick Scanlon is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, product liability, business torts and 5 other areas of law.
Business Torts & More Attorney · Serving Rockville, MD · 45+ Years Experience
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About Robert Patrick Scanlon at a Glance
Robert Patrick Scanlon is a Member based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Anderson & Quinn, LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, commercial re, and class action. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1981), District of Columbia (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and District of Columbia (1982), and Virginia (2017). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1981) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montgomery County and Maryland State Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Patrick Scanlon
- Mr. Robert Patrick Scanlon is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, product liability, business torts and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Robert practices at Anderson & Quinn, LLC in Rockville, MD
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Patrick Scanlon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Patrick Scanlon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rockville.
Trusts in Rockville
Robert Patrick Scanlon is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →
Business & Corporate Law in Rockville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert Patrick Scanlon is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →
Real Estate Law in Rockville
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert Patrick Scanlon is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →
Commercial Real Estate in Rockville
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Class Action in Rockville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rockville
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 Rockville 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.
Rockville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rockville-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 Rockville Choose Robert Patrick Scanlon
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 Robert Patrick Scanlon's practice in the field of trusts, business, real estate, commercial re, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Patrick Scanlon brings 45+ 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 and District of Columbia, Robert Patrick Scanlon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, business, and real estate, Robert Patrick Scanlon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rockville
A Rockville-based practice means Robert Patrick Scanlon 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 Robert Patrick Scanlon Handles in Rockville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Patrick Scanlon 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 Robert Patrick Scanlon directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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