"I do not think I have ever worked with a lawyer who was so genuinely concerned, compassionate, and willing to go the extra mile to make things right. I was extremely fortunate to have him work on my daughter's guardianship case."
                                                                Barbara S. -- Anne Arundel County, MD

"We have been more than pleased with your lawyering skills. Outstanding!!!"
                                                               Monica R. -- Dorchester County, MD

"Needless to say, we were thrilled with the final settlement you obtained.  We have been most impressed with you in many ways....[Y]our complete honesty in laying out the difficulty of her situation, and your diligence in her behalf have all been exemplary.  We feel we have met with a man of honor and compassion."
                                                                Joe B. -- Wicomico County, MD

"This was my first experience using a lawyer's services.  I greatly appreciate the time taken by Mr. Holland and Pat to explain the process and answer all my questions.  It made a confusing process much easier."
                                                                Allison M. -- Anne Arundel County, MD

"I appreciate excellent service, in a caring manner.  Peter is truly a special person."                                                     Sally S. -- Anne Arundel County, MD

"I really appreciate the hard work Peter did on my behalf....If I still lived in Maryland, I would enlist his services again if necessary.  Highly recommended!"         Janis B. -- Virginia

"Because of your help, we were able to save the loss of thousands of dollars. We truly appreciate your kindness and courtesy over the matter and will be glad to recommend your services to our friends."
                                                                 R. A. Family -- Anne Arundel County, MD

"The Holland Law Firm handled a very frustrating situation quickly with excellent results. Mr. Holland's knowledge was impressive and his concern genuine. I feel lucky to have found him."
                                                                 Jill B. -- Talbot County, MD

"I have legal services as work benefits and have used those services in the past.  After dealing with the Holland Firm I found that the Holland firm is far superior and would use them again even though I have FREE lawyer services.                                           Linda R. -- Queen Anne's County, MD

"I believe you did the best job possible for me, and I would come back to you again when I need help.  I think you and your office are professional, competent, diligent, and communicate well with your clients....I am glad that I met you and now know that if I need a lawyer, you are there for me."

Diane S. -- Anne Arundel County, MD

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• Most of our clients are referred to us by other experienced attorneys, and by existing and former clients.
• Choosing a lawyer to handle a legal problem is one of the most important decisions a person may ever be faced with. It is similar to choosing a medical doctor: you may go to the best doctor in the world, but if the "chemistry" is not right between you and the doctor, the relationship is not going to work, and your medical care will suffer.
• With a lawyer, there must be a relationship of TRUST, or it will not work. Therefore, we encourage prospective clients to ask questions regarding experience and credentials, and we will be happy to provide references upon request.
• Below is a list of General Questions to ask a lawyer, as well as Questions specific to Personal Injury, and to Consumer Protection.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Here are some questions which may assist you in your search for the right lawyer for your case:

12 Questions to Ask Your Lawyer (Taken from Lawyers.Com Website):

1. What is your experience in this field?

2. Have you handled matters like mine?

3. What are the possible outcomes of my case?

4. What are my alternatives in resolving the matter?

5. Approximately how long will it take to resolve?

6. Do you recommend mediation or arbitration?

7. What are your rates and how often will you bill me?

8. What is a ballpark figure for the total bill, including fees and expenses?

9. How will you keep me informed of progress?

10. What kind of approach will you take to resolve the matter - aggressive and unyielding, or will you be more inclined to reach a reasonable settlement?

11. Who else in the office will be working on my case?

12. Can junior attorneys or paralegals in the office handle some of the administrative work at a lower rate?

PERSONAL INJURY QUESTIONS:

As it relates to Personal Injury Specifically, here is a Top 10 List: Reasons to Hire an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney (Taken from FindLaw Website):

10. EXPERIENCE ASSESSING CLAIMS. Personal injury attorneys are experienced with cases like yours and can tell you at the outset whether it is worth your while to pursue legal action. If you are unlikely to prevail, you will not need to incur the time and expense of preparing for litigation.

9. NO FEES IF YOU DON'T RECOVER. Most personal injury attorneys work for a contingency fee, which means that if you do not win your case, you will pay no attorneys' fees. You will, however, be responsible for certain expenses not directly related to professional fees, such as the fees doctors charge for reviewing your records or being interviewed.

8. RED TAPE. An experienced attorney can work through the maze of paperwork necessary to resolve your claim so that you can get on with your life.

7. INVESTIGATIVE TEAM. Experienced attorneys work with a team of investigators who have experience in specialized areas and will skillfully investigate the technical aspects of your case.

6. OBJECTIVITY. A personal injury attorney can be more objective about your case than you can and will not make a rash decision. Whereas you may be tempted, for instance, to go for a quick payout, your attorney may counsel you that it is in your best interests to wait for a more appropriate offer.

5. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. An experienced attorney will know whether your dispute may be best resolved through mediation, thereby saving you time, money, and emotional energy.

4. EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH OTHER LAWYERS. An experienced personal injury lawyer can deal most effectively and expediently with opposing counsel.

3. EXPERIENCE WITH INSURANCE COMPANIES. Lawyers are also used to working with insurance companies and will not be confused by their tactics or feel pressured to settle for an unsatisfactory amount.

2. BEST SETTLEMENTS. Personal injury attorneys work hard to reach the best settlements for their clients, as early in the litigation process as possible.

1. BEST JURY VERDICTS. If a trial becomes necessary, a personal injury lawyer can zealously represent you in court.

CONSUMER PROTECTION QUESTIONS: