Peter Angelos Law – Baltimore, MD

A Legal Institution in the Heart of Baltimore

Peter Angelos Law is more than just a law firm; it is a Baltimore institution. Founded in 1961 by the legendary attorney Peter Angelos, the firm has spent over six decades fighting for the rights of working people against powerful corporations. Located in the iconic One Charles Center, a building once owned by Mr. Angelos himself, the firm is nationally renowned for its pioneering work in asbestos litigation and its historic victory against the tobacco industry. Although Peter Angelos passed away in 2024, his legacy lives on through a team of dedicated attorneys who continue to secure billions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. If you need to find a mesothelioma lawyer with unmatched experience or hire a personal injury attorney who is unafraid of any opponent, Peter Angelos Law is the gold standard in Maryland.

Historic Practice Areas

The firm’s history is defined by landmark cases that have shaped the legal landscape. Their primary areas of practice include:

• Mesothelioma and Asbestos: One of the first firms in the U.S. to litigate asbestos cases, representing thousands of steelworkers, shipbuilders, and tradesmen.
• Product Liability: handling complex cases involving defective pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and dangerous consumer products.
• Personal Injury: Representing victims of serious accidents, including catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims.
• Medical Malpractice: Holding healthcare providers accountable for negligence that leads to severe harm.
• Environmental Litigation: Fighting for communities affected by toxic pollution and corporate negligence.

Decades of Success

Peter Angelos Law has a track record that few firms can match. From the $4.5 billion tobacco settlement for the State of Maryland to the billions recovered for asbestos victims, their results speak for themselves. The firm’s attorneys are recognized by Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers, but their true measure of success is the justice they have brought to thousands of Maryland families. They operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring that world-class legal representation is available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. When you choose this firm, you are choosing a team with the resources, reputation, and resolve to win.

Iconic Headquarters

The firm is headquartered on the 21st floor of One Charles Center, a 23-story Mies van der Rohe skyscraper that is a National Historic Landmark. This distinctive aluminum and glass tower stands as a symbol of modern Baltimore, much like the firm itself.