Potter Burnett Law
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Potter Burnett Law, based in Bowie, MD, has built a solid reputation over the years for fiercely representing victims of personal injury. Founded in 1990, the firm has a wealth of experience in handling complex cases related to motor vehicle accidents, nursing home negligence, wrongful deaths, and slips and falls. The firm is renowned for its commitment to prioritizing people over power, ensuring victims of negligence aren't overpowered by big business insurance companies. With a team led by "SuperLawyer" Deborah Potter, the firm's success is marked by notable verdicts and honors. Their dedication extends beyond the courtroom, actively participating in various local organizations and associations, emphasizing their deep-rooted community involvement.
Specialties
Filed similar claim
Customer has filed some previous claims, I will work with customers who have not filed previous claims
Income lost
Customer has lost income due to injuries, Customer has not lost income due to injuries
Personal injury type
Vehicular accident (car, truck, motorcycle, etc.), Workplace injury, Slip and fall, Medical malpractice, Defective product, Animal incident, Wrongful death, Nursing home abuse and neglect, Other injuries
Location and hours
Potter Burnett Law
16701 Melford Blvd
Bowie, MD 20715
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9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Closed
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Work Experience
Partner
Potter Burnett Law
2016 - Present
Associate
Wharton Levin Ehrmantraut & Klein Pa
2012 - 2016
Assistant State's Attorney
Anne Arundel County State's Attorney's Office
2009 - 2012
Attorney
Potter Burnett Law
2016 - Present
Law Clerk to the Honorable Laura S. Kiessling
State of Maryland Judiciary
2010 - 2011
Education
University of Maryland School of Law
1990
Georgetown University Law Center
Law
2015
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
2007
American University
2009
University of Baltimore School of Law
University of Baltimore, Merrick School of Business
University of Baltimore School of Law
2008
American University
2008
State University of New York, College at Oswego
University of Maryland, College Park
1987
University of Baltimore School of Law
2008
State University of New York, College at Oswego
University of Maryland School of Law
Law
1990
University of Maryland, College Park
Economics
1987
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Political Scie
2007
University of Baltimore School of Law
Associations & Affiliations
Cal Ripken Foundation
Uncorked Committee
Maryland State Bar Association
Executive Committee
Maryland Association for Justice
Board of Governors
Maryland Association for Justice
Board of Directors
Anne Arundel Bar Association
Trustee
CASA
Founding Board Member
Prince George's County Bar Association
Director
CLREP
Board Member
Maryland State Bar Association
Board of Governors
Maryland State Bar Association
Board of Governors
University of Maryland Law School Alumni Board
President
University of Maryland Law School
Alumni Board
Athletic Campaign Council
University of Maryland Alumni Association
Board Member
Court of Appeals
Professionalism Committee
University of Maryland Terrapin Club
President
Legal Aid Campaign Anne Arundel County
Co-chair
University of Maryland
Hall of Fame Selection Committee
Court of Appeals
Rules Committee
Maryland State Bar Association
Board of Governors
Annapolis Board of Appeals
Member
Maryland Bar Foundation
Fellow
Prince George's County Bar Association
Member
Maryland Association for Justice
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Maryland State Bar Association
Member
Anne Arundel County Bar Association
Member
Anne Arundel County Bar Association
New Lawyers Committee
Young Patrons of Maryland Hall for Creative Arts
Founding Member - Young Patrons
Maryland Bar Foundation
Fellow
Anne Arundel County Bar Association
Board Member
Prince George's County Bar Association
Member
Maryland Association for Justice
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Maryland State Bar Association
Member
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Annapolis, MD
Gala Committee Member
Maryland State Bar Association
Member
Anne Arundel County Bar Association
Member
Anne Arundel County Bar Association, New Lawyers Committee
Co-Chair New Lawyers
Publications
Successful and Ethical Representation of Individuals with a Cognitive Disability
Maryland Association of Justice – Trial Reporter
2019
University of Baltimore Law Forum
Philip Morris USA, Inc. v. Christensen: “A Class Action Claim Can Toll the Statute of Limitations for Individual, Unnamed Members of the Class as Long as the Defendant is Provided with Sufficient Notice.”
University of Baltimore Law Forum
Mayor & City Council of Balto. v. Whalen: “Tort Claims Against a Municipality by an Individual Injured Within the Boundaries of a Public Park Are Barred by Governmental Immunity.”
Services offered
Personal Injury Lawyer