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Civil Litigation

The Proy Law Firm understands that not every dispute can be resolved amicably.  We are here to help you resolve your disputes in court.  Whether you are the plaintiff (the person who is suing another) or a defendant (the person who is being sued), we are here to help you.

Some individuals are timid and wish to avoid conflict.  A trial lawyer will be your voice and address the conflict for you, hopefully bringing your case to successful resolution.  Contact us today for a free consultation about your case.

Common Civil Litigation Mistakes:

(1) Some individuals wait until the last possible minute to contact an attorney for help after a threat of litigation.  The problem with waiting too long is that the statute of limitations may be approaching, or worse if it has already elapsed, and you will be prevented from brining any claims you may have.  It is always a good idea to contact a lawyer at the first sign of trouble in any dispute.  There is no reason to wait before contacting a lawyer for help with your dispute, even if it has not yet evolved into a lawsuit.

(2) An individual who is not happy with the court's (or jury's) decision may wish to appeal to a higher court.  Appeals are not automatic, they must be filed within a very short time after the trial judgment is entered.  You must discuss with your attorney whether or not you wish to appeal the decision.

The Proy Law Firm can help you with litigation in the following courts:

Litigation in State Courts:

- Maryland

       - District Court

       - Circuit Court

       - Court of Special Appeals

       - Court of Appeals 

- Pennsylvania

       - Community Courts (District Magistrates, also known as "small claims

          court")

      - Court of Common Pleas

       - Commonwealth Court

       - Superior Court

       - Supreme Court

- Washington, D.C.

       - Superior Court

       - Court of Appeals

Litigation in Federal Courts:

- United States District Court for the District of Maryland

- United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania

- United States Tax Court