Thomas Yost, Jr., Criminal Defense Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General
FounderatThe Yost Legal Group
Baltimore, MD
Practicing criminal defense in Baltimore since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Thomas Yost, Jr. is a founder based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General. Thomas has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Yost Legal Group.
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Family Law · General
- Handles Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General matters from Baltimore, MD.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas Yost, Jr.: Thomas Yost, Jr. is a founder based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General. Thomas has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Yost Legal Group.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Thomas Yost, Jr.
Thomas concentrates on criminal defense, family law, general, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Family Law
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General
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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TBI/SCI
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Wrongful Death
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Criminal Defense cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Thomas takes criminal defense matters in Baltimore, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Thomas takes family law matters in Baltimore, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Thomas takes general matters in Baltimore, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Thomas takes litigation matters in Baltimore, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Thomas takes medical malpractice matters in Baltimore, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Thomas Yost, Jr. — Over 40 years of Maryland criminal defense experience
Thomas Yost, Jr. is a founder based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and General. Thomas has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Yost Legal Group.
Tom Yost founded The Yost Legal Group in 1988 in Baltimore, Maryland, with a commitment to advocating for the injured and vulnerable. Early in his career, his practice focused on vehicle collisions, lead-based paint poisoning in children, and wrongful death claims. Over time, Tom expanded his work to include defective pharmaceutical and medical device cases nationwide. Throughout his career, Tom has handled complex cases and novel areas of litigation, achieving significant results for his clients. His firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in product liability, toxic exposure, birth injury, and catastrophic injury cases. To date, the firm has helped over ten thousand clients seek justice against unsafe corporations and wrongful acts.
Tom is also dedicated to shaping public policy and ensuring access to the court system. He volunteers his time to promote safer practices, hold wrongdoers accountable, and advocate for consumer protections. A past president of the Maryland Association for Justice, Tom frequently works with the Maryland legislature to champion laws that prioritize consumer safety. His career reflects a deep commitment to justice and the betterment of society.
Thomas's approach to criminal defense cases
Tom Yost founded The Yost Legal Group in 1988 in Baltimore, Maryland, with a commitment to advocating for the injured and vulnerable. Early in his career, his practice focused on vehicle collisions, lead-based paint poisoning in children, and wrongful death claims. Over time, Tom expanded his work to include defective pharmaceutical and medical device cases nationwide. Throughout his career, Tom…
Clients Thomas works with
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, family law, and general matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Thomas Yost, Jr.'s legal education and bar admissions
Delaware Law School
LL.M. · 1986
Villanova University
B.S. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1999 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1987 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1986 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at LL.M. in Delaware Law School and B.S. in Villanova University.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed LL.M. in Delaware Law School and B.S. in Villanova University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
Maryland Association for Justice
Past President) American Association for Justice (Leaders Forum) Maryland State Bar Association (Laws Committee · membership
Locations
Thomas Yost, Jr.'s office in Baltimore
Thomas's primary office is at 341 N. Calvert Street, Suite 100, Baltimore, MD, 21202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Yost Legal Group
341 N. Calvert Street, Suite 100
Baltimore, MD 21202
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How to hire Thomas Yost, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Yost, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Thomas'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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