Atty. William Francis Gately

Atty. William Francis Gately

William Francis Gately is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury law, business torts and 1 other area of law. William received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1963, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William Francis Gately at a glance

William Francis Gately is a Member based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Howell & Gately. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1971) and Villanova University (A.B., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Baltimore County and Maryland State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Francis Gately is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury law, business torts and 1 other area of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1963, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices at Howell & Gately in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

William Francis Gately's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Francis Gately handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

William Francis Gately is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William Francis Gately is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William Francis Gately is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 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 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 William Francis Gately

Where is William Francis Gately's law office located?
William Francis Gately's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Howell & Gately. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Francis Gately handle?
William Francis Gately focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has William Francis Gately practiced law?
William Francis Gately has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Francis Gately go to law school?
William Francis Gately earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1963).
How can I contact William Francis Gately for a consultation?
You can contact William Francis Gately directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Francis Gately received?
William Francis Gately's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1971
A.B.
Villanova University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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