Atty. S. Todd Willson
Mr. Willson co-supervises the litigation teams at Bodie that focus on the defense of long-term care institutions and medical malpractice defense.
Civil Litigation Defense & More Attorney · Serving Timonium, MD · 43+ Years Experience
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About S. Todd Willson at a Glance
S. Todd Willson is a Partner based in Timonium, Maryland, practicing at Bodie, Friddell & Grenzer, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1983), District of Columbia (1990), Maryland (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1983) and California State University at Dominguez Hills (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Timonium, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About S. Todd Willson
- Mr. Willson co-supervises the litigation teams at Bodie that focus on the defense of long-term care institutions and medical malpractice defense
- Before becoming a partner of the Firm, Mr. Willson was a senior attorney at an international insurance law firm and then was a partner with Eccleston & Wolf for over ten years
- Throughout his career, Mr. Willson has concentrated his practice in a wide variety of insurance defense matters, including professional liability, nursing home defense, and toxic tort litigation
- Mr. Wilson is also a proud kidney donor!
- Mr. Willson has had an AV preeminent rating for more than 25 years from Martindale-Hubbell
- He has successfully tried numerous multi-million dollar cases before the toughest jury panels in Maryland and has represented nursing homes, doctors, nurses, administrators, and other health care providers in complex liability cases, as well as licensing matters
- He has also represented lawyers, insurance agents, corporations, accountants and other professionals in a wide variety of insurance defense matters
- He has tried and won high exposure cases before juries in Baltimore City
- He has successfully represented both billion dollar corporations and the disadvantaged in numerous litigation matters
- Mr. Willson is a frequent lecturer to the long-term care profession and insurance industry on risk management and avoidance
- Mr. Willson began practicing law in 1984 and is a member of the Maryland Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar, and the Defense Research Institute (DRI)
- He has been admitted to the bar in California (1983)
- the District of Columbia (1990)
- Maryland and the U.S
- District Court of Maryland (1991)
- and the U.S
- Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996)
- Mr. Willson was responsible for trying to verdict and arguing on appeal the seminal decision of the Maryland Court of Appeals in Thomas v
- Bethea, 351 Md. 513, 718 A.2d 1187 (1998)
- Mr. Willson is a summa cum laude graduate of the California State University at Dominguez Hills (B.A., 1980) and the University of North Dakota (J.D., with distinction 1983)
- He served as Senior Editor of the North Dakota Law Review
- He also won major trial competitions during law school which enabled him to successfully try and win multi-million dollar jury cases early in his career as a lawyer
- He was also selected as a member of Baltimore SmartCEO’s Legal Elite in Maryland
Practice Areas Explained
S. Todd Willson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases S. Todd Willson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Timonium.
Medical Malpractice in Timonium
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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Civil Litigation in Timonium
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Elder Law in Timonium
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Timonium
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 Timonium 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.
Timonium Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Timonium-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 Timonium Choose S. Todd Willson
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 S. Todd Willson's practice in the field of medical malpractice, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
S. Todd Willson brings 43+ 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 California, District of Columbia, and Maryland, S. Todd Willson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, litigation, and elder law, S. Todd Willson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Timonium
A Timonium-based practice means S. Todd Willson 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 S. Todd Willson Handles in Timonium
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters S. Todd Willson 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 S. Todd Willson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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