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S Woods Bennett, Insurance Attorney in Towson, Maryland

Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing insurance in Towson since 1977.

49+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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S Woods Bennett is a member based in Towson, MD. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. S has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cornblatt, Bennett, Penhallegon & Roberson, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Towson, MD
Experience
over 49 years
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Towson, MD.
  • Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About S Woods Bennett: S Woods Bennett is a member based in Towson, MD. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. S has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cornblatt, Bennett, Penhallegon & Roberson, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by S Woods Bennett

S concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case S handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Towson, Maryland

S takes insurance matters in Towson, 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 S agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Towson, Maryland

S takes personal injury matters in Towson, 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 S agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Towson, Maryland

S takes workers comp matters in Towson, 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 S agrees to represent you.

Biography

About S Woods Bennett — Over 49 years of Maryland insurance experience

S Woods Bennett is a member based in Towson, MD. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. S has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cornblatt, Bennett, Penhallegon & Roberson, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mr. S Woods Bennett is a lawyer practicing insurance & worker's compensation, negligence defense, workers compensation. S received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. S practices at Cornblatt, Bennett, Penhallegon & Roberson, P.A. in Towson, MD.

S's approach to insurance cases

Mr. S Woods Bennett is a lawyer practicing insurance & worker's compensation, negligence defense, workers compensation. S received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. S practices at Cornblatt, Bennett, Penhallegon & Roberson, P.A. in Towson, MD.

The kind of cases S takes

S reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Towson and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

S Woods Bennett's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Maryland

    J.D. · 1977

  • Johns Hopkins University

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

S's state bar admissions

  • Maryland

    1977 · ACTIVE

S studied at J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. in Johns Hopkins University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of S Woods Bennett

S has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

S's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Bar Association of Baltimore City Maryland State and American Bar Associations Association of Maryland Defense Counsel, Executive Board of Maryland Workers' Compensation Educational Association

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Locations

S Woods Bennett's office in Towson

S's primary office is at The Campbell Building, Suite 100, 100 West Pennsylvania Avenue, Towson, MD, 21204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cornblatt, Bennett, Penhallegon & Roberson, P.A.

The Campbell Building, Suite 100, 100 West Pennsylvania Avenue

Towson, MD 21204

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Client feedback

Client reviews of S Woods Bennett — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of S. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Towson.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire S Woods Bennett — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

S charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain S'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; S will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Towson, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 S

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. S confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about S Woods Bennett

  • How much does it cost to hire S for a insurance case?

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

  • Does S offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do insurance cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. S gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can S take my case if I'm outside Towson?

    S 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 — S 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 S?

    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. S will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is S accepting new insurance clients right now?

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

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Towson, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland

S handles insurance matters throughout Maryland. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.

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