
Wayne M Willoughby, Appellate Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Managing PartneratGershon Willoughby & Getz LLC
Baltimore, MD
Practicing appellate in Baltimore since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Wayne M Willoughby is a managing partner based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. Wayne has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gershon Willoughby & Getz LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Appellate · General · Insurance
- Handles Appellate, General, and Insurance matters from Baltimore, MD.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Wayne M Willoughby: Wayne M Willoughby is a managing partner based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. Wayne has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gershon Willoughby & Getz LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Wayne M Willoughby
Wayne concentrates on appellate, general, insurance, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wayne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Appellate cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Wayne takes appellate 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 Wayne agrees to represent you.
General cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Wayne 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 Wayne agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Wayne takes insurance 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 Wayne agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Wayne 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 Wayne agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Wayne 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 Wayne agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Wayne M Willoughby — Over 40 years of Maryland appellate experience
Wayne M Willoughby is a managing partner based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Insurance. Wayne has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gershon Willoughby & Getz LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
My passion in life is to help children and families who have been seriously injured by the careless conduct of others. Partnered with two doctors and a registered nurse who became lawyers, I pursue this passion in the courtroom by representing birth injured children and others who have been needlessly injured by negligence. By the grace of God, my partners and I have had substantial success for our clients in Maryland and across the United States. I have received an AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. An AV rating is the highest rating available from Martindale-Hubbell for ranking a lawyer’s ethics and legal ability and reflects the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. I have also been recognized as among "Maryland's Top Lawyers" for 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009 in Super Lawyers Magazine and was honored to receive a Maryland Daily Record, "Leadership in Law" Award in 2009. Holding negligent people and corporations accountable for wrongfully injuring others is what I do!
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My passion in life is to help children and families who have been seriously injured by the careless conduct of others. Partnered with two doctors and a registered nurse who became lawyers, I pursue this passion in the courtroom by representing birth injured children and others who have been needlessly injured by negligence. By the grace of God, my partners and I have had substantial success for…
Clients Wayne works with
Wayne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, general, and insurance matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Wayne M Willoughby's legal education and bar admissions
University of Baltimore
J.D. · 1986
University of Maryland
B.S. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Wayne's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
2001 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1988 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1986 · ACTIVE
Wayne studied at J.D. in University of Baltimore and B.S. in University of Maryland.
Law school and academic background
Wayne completed J.D. in University of Baltimore and B.S. in University of Maryland. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wayne runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Wayne M Willoughby
Wayne has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Wayne's professional memberships and bar associations
(Member: Ethics Committee, 2011— Committee on Laws, 2011—) District of Columbia Bar Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan D
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Locations
Wayne M Willoughby's office in Baltimore
Wayne's primary office is at 25 Hooks Lane, Suite 304, Baltimore, MD, 21208. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gershon Willoughby & Getz LLC
25 Hooks Lane, Suite 304
Baltimore, MD 21208
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Client reviews of Wayne M Willoughby — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Wayne. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Baltimore.
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How to hire Wayne M Willoughby — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wayne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Wayne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wayne'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; Wayne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Wayne
Wayne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Wayne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Wayne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Wayne M Willoughby
How much does it cost to hire Wayne for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wayne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Wayne offer a free consultation?
Wayne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wayne's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Wayne's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Wayne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Wayne take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?
Wayne 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 — Wayne 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 Wayne?
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. Wayne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Wayne accepting new appellate clients right now?
Wayne's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Baltimore, Annapolis and Rockville in Maryland
Wayne handles appellate matters throughout Maryland. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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