Christopher Wolf, Esq.
Baldwin,USA
Summary
Dynamic Litigation Attorney admitted to practice in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and U.S. District Courts - Maryland, with extensive experience at Niles, Barton & Wilmer LLP, excelling in trial preparation and negotiation. Proven track record in managing complex cases, collaborating with expert witnesses, and achieving favorable settlements. Skilled in evidence analysis and client representation, consistently delivering results in high-stakes environments. Looking for a new opportunity to continue my professional career outside the private sector.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Litigation Attorney
Niles Barton & Wilmer LLP
Baltimore, MD
09.2001 - Current
- Experience consists of insurance-based litigation (90%) and other general representation (10%).
- Litigated cases in Maryland Circuit and District Courts, and United States District Courts.
- Argued before the Appellate Court of Maryland, and the Supreme Court of Maryland.
- Handled complex litigation, such as wrongful death, potential excess exposure, arson, and construction defect cases.
- Analyzed case law, statutes, regulations, contracts, and other documents to identify issues relevant to the litigation.
- Drafting complaints in accordance with applicable rules of procedure.
- Utilized strong research skills to provide legal opinions regarding various coverage issues.
- Drafted discovery requests and responses related to document production, interrogatories, and depositions.
- Presented oral arguments during pre-trial proceedings such as summary judgment hearings.
- Argued motions before judges in both state and federal court settings.
- Worked with younger attorneys, and assisted in their development.
- Represented clients before various state and county agencies, such as the Maryland Insurance Administration, the Maryland Commission of Civil Rights, the Office of Administrative Hearings, and county housing and permitting.
- Represented policyholders during third-party litigation.
- Represented homeowners and condominium associations in general governance, document drafting, and collections.
- Worked with carriers in the investigation of first-party fraud matters and service providers.
- Reviewed investigative reports and interacted with experts, such as civil, mechanical, and biomechanical engineers, doctors and other medical professionals, forensic accountants, accident reconstructionist, and origin and cause investigators.
- Interviewed clients to ascertain facts necessary for case development.
- Evaluated potential claims against clients to assess liability exposure.
- Developed strategies and participated in settlement conferences aimed at resolving pending disputes without litigation.
Judicial Law Clerk – Honorable Ellen M. Heller
Baltimore City Circuit Court
Baltimore, USA
08.2000 - 08.2001
- Oversaw numerous civil and criminal trials
- Assisted Judge Heller and various sitting retired judges with researching various legal issues
- Assisted with the writing of legal memorandums and opinions
- Interacted with attorneys, courthouse personnel, jurors, and the public as requested by the various judges
Education
J.D. -
University of Baltimore School of Law
05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Justice System Services
Temple University
05.1997
Skills
- Litigation strategy
- Client representation
- Trial preparation
- Case management
- Negotiation skills
- Expert witness collaboration
- Evidence analysis
- Settlement negotiation
Certification
Admitted to:
- Maryland State Courts December 2000, License # 0012130398
- US District Courts - Maryland October 2001, License # 26593
- Pennsylvania October 2007, License # 207207
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Litigation Attorney
Niles Barton & Wilmer LLP
09.2001 - Current
Judicial Law Clerk – Honorable Ellen M. Heller
Baltimore City Circuit Court
08.2000 - 08.2001
J.D. -
University of Baltimore School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Justice System Services
Temple University
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