Kaitlin Leary

Kaitlin Leary, Litigation Attorney in Rockville, Maryland

Over 10 years of legal practice

AssociateatJoseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A.

Rockville, MD

Practicing litigation in Rockville since 2016.

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Kaitlin Leary is an associate based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Litigation. Kaitlin has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A..

Based in
Rockville, MD
Experience
over 10 years
Known for
Litigation
  • Handles Litigation matters from Rockville, MD.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kaitlin Leary: Kaitlin Leary is an associate based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Litigation. Kaitlin has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A..

Areas of practice

Kaitlin's practice areas in Rockville

Kaitlin concentrates on litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kaitlin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Litigation cases in Rockville, Maryland

Kaitlin takes litigation matters in Rockville, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kaitlin agrees to represent you.

Biography

Kaitlin Leary, litigation attorney serving Rockville

Kaitlin Leary is an associate based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Litigation. Kaitlin has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A.. Kaitlin works from Rockville, Maryland and takes on litigation matters across the region.

Kaitlin Leary is an experienced attorney in the civil litigation practice. She practices in state and federal court at both the trial and appellate levels, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

She has experience in labor & employment law, financial services litigation, consumer protection, and criminal defense. Kaitlin is passionate about representing individuals who have been wronged by corporate or governmental abuses of power.

Kaitlin joined JGL in 2024, after spending four years practicing employment law and financial services litigation at a plaintiff-side law firm in DC. Prior to that, Kaitlin was a law fellow for a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization and for the largest labor union in the country, representing teachers.

Prior to her fellowships, Kaitlin served as a law clerk to the Honorable Joseph M. Getty on the Supreme Court of Maryland and to the Honorable Joseph R. Goodwin on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia.

Kaitlin's approach to litigation cases

Kaitlin Leary is an experienced attorney in the civil litigation practice. She practices in state and federal court at both the trial and appellate levels, including the U.S. Supreme Court. She has experience in labor & employment law, financial services litigation, consumer protection, and criminal defense. Kaitlin is passionate about representing individuals who have been wronged by corporate…

The kind of cases Kaitlin takes

Kaitlin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation matters in Rockville and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Kaitlin studied and practices

  • University of Maryland School of Law

    J.D. · 2016

  • University of Maryland - College Park

    B.A. University · 2013

Jurisdictions

Kaitlin's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    2018 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    2016 · ACTIVE

Kaitlin studied at J.D. in University of Maryland School of Law and B.A. University in University of Maryland - College Park.

Law school and academic background

Kaitlin completed J.D. in University of Maryland School of Law and B.A. University in University of Maryland - College Park. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kaitlin runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Kaitlin Leary's office in Rockville

Kaitlin's primary office is at 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 975, Rockville, MD, 20850. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A.

111 Rockville Pike, Suite 975

Rockville, MD 20850

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kaitlin Leary — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kaitlin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kaitlin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kaitlin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kaitlin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Rockville, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kaitlin

Kaitlin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every litigation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kaitlin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kaitlin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kaitlin Leary

  • How much does it cost to hire Kaitlin for a litigation case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kaitlin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kaitlin offer a free consultation?

    Kaitlin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kaitlin's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Kaitlin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do litigation cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple litigation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kaitlin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kaitlin take my case if I'm outside Rockville?

    Kaitlin is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kaitlin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Kaitlin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kaitlin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kaitlin accepting new litigation clients right now?

    Kaitlin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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