Atty. William Ray Scanlin

Atty. William Ray Scanlin

Mr. William Ray Scanlin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, negligence and 2 other areas of law.

Bethesda Bethesda 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About William Ray Scanlin at a glance

William Ray Scanlin is a Member based in Bethesda, Maryland. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, nursing home, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1966) and Maryland (1970). Educated at George Washington University (LL.B., 1965) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and Bar Association of the District of Columbia. Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Ray Scanlin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, negligence and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • William practices in Bethesda, MD

Practice Areas Explained

William Ray Scanlin's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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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 Ray Scanlin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

William Ray Scanlin is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Litigation

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

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

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 Bethesda 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 Ray Scanlin

Where is William Ray Scanlin's law office located?
William Ray Scanlin's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Ray Scanlin handle?
William Ray Scanlin focuses on car accidents, personal injury, nursing home, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has William Ray Scanlin practiced law?
William Ray Scanlin has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did William Ray Scanlin go to law school?
William Ray Scanlin earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact William Ray Scanlin for a consultation?
You can contact William Ray Scanlin 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 Ray Scanlin received?
William Ray Scanlin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
George Washington University
- 1965
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1966
Maryland
Admitted: 1970

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