Finding An Attorney

Sometimes hiring an attorney is the best way to resolve a consumer problem. Many attorneys will provide initial consultations for free or at reduced rates.  In some consumer cases, you may be entitled to recover attorneys' fees from the opposing party if you prevail.  Some attorneys will accept consumer cases on a contingent-fee basis, which means the attorney gets paid a percentage of the money you recover from the opposing side.

If your income is low or you are a senior citizen, you may be eligible for free or low-cost legal services. Click here for details.

For information about choosing an attorney, and what to ask during an initial consultation, click here.

Resources to Find Consumer Attorneys in Maryland
The Maryland State Bar Association has links to county bar association referral services. Most county bar associations have a lawyer referral service that can help you find an attorney.  Most of the referral services administered by the county bar associations offer a half-hour initial telephone or in-person consultation with a lawyer for a modest fee, usually under $50.

Some of the referral services offer “reduced fee panels” for those with low to moderate incomes.  Attorneys who participate in the reduced fee panel agree to charge less than their usual rate for clients who are referred through the panel.

The National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA) is a not-for-profit association of attorneys and consumer advocates committed to representing consumers' interests. Its website includes a list of attorneys from across the country that handle consumer cases.