Charles County Injury and Family Lawyers You Can Trust
The Law Office of William Burgess PA is based in La Plata, the county seat of Charles County, Maryland. We help Charles County residents with personal injury, family law, and criminal defense. Our Charles County lawyers know the local courts and the people who work in them.
Your Law Firm in the County Seat
Our office is at 200 Washington Ave. in La Plata. The Charles County courts are in La Plata too. That means we are never far from the courthouse when your case needs us.
Legal Help for Charles County Residents
We handle many types of cases, including:
- Auto, truck, and motorcycle accident claims
- Slip and fall injuries
- Wrongful death claims
- Divorce, custody, and support
- Protective orders
- Criminal defense
Roads and Communities We Know
Charles County has busy roads, including US-301, Route 5, and Route 210. Commuters, delivery trucks, and local drivers all share them. Crashes can happen anywhere along these routes.
We serve clients in communities across the county, including:
- Bryans Road
- Indian Head
- La Plata
- Port Tobacco
- St. Charles
- Waldorf
Injury Cases in Charles County
If a driver, a store, or a property owner hurt you, you may have a claim. We help with car crashes, truck accidents, falls, and wrongful death. We handle the insurance calls so you can focus on your recovery.
Family Law in Charles County
We help Charles County families through divorce, custody, child support, and spousal support. We also help with protective orders. We explain Maryland law in plain words.
Criminal Defense in Charles County
A charge can disrupt your work and your family. We defend clients facing DUI, assault, drug, theft, and traffic charges. We protect your rights from the first call.
What We See on Charles County Roads
Rush-hour traffic on US-301 can slow to a crawl. Some drivers cut through side roads to save time. Trucks use the same roads to reach job sites and stores across Southern Maryland.
That mix leads to rear-end crashes, lane-change crashes, and intersection crashes. If one hurt you, we can help.
Why Charles County Clients Call Us
William Burgess has served Southern Maryland for more than 30 years. Before he represented injury victims, he worked for an insurance company. He knows how insurers think, and he uses that to your benefit.
We take injury cases on a contingency fee. You pay nothing unless we recover for you. Many clients have left five-star reviews, and we work hard to earn each one.
Start With a Free Conversation
Call us, or send a message through our contact page. Tell us what happened. We will explain your options in plain language. There is no risk in asking.
Common Questions From Charles County Clients
Where Is Your Office?
We are at 200 Washington Ave., La Plata, MD 20646. Call (301) 645-3261 to book a time. For after hours help, call (301) 653-3333.
What Does It Cost to Hire Your Firm?
For injury cases, we are paid only if we recover for you. For family and criminal matters, we explain our fees at your consultation. You will know the cost up front.
How Soon Should I Call?
As soon as you can. Evidence fades, and deadlines are real. An early call lets us protect your rights before problems grow.
Need a lawyer in Charles County? Call the Law Office of William Burgess PA at (301) 645-3261 for a free consultation.