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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Washington, DC
Browse medical malpractice lawyers serving Washington, District of Columbia. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Washington, DC
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Showing 20 medical malpractice lawyers in Washington, DC
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Morgan & Morgan
20 M St SE suite 600, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 772-0560 forthepeople.com
Price Benowitz Accident Injury Lawyers, LLP
409 7th St NW Suite 300, Washington, DC 20004
(202) 952-2964 pricebenowitz.com
Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers - Washington D.C. Accident and Injury Lawyers
1730 Rhode Island Ave NW # 410, Washington, DC 20036
The Law Offices of Dr. Michael M. Wilson MD, JD & Associates
1050 Connecticut Ave NW #500, Washington, DC 20036
(240) 932-5462 wilsonlaw.com
Regan Zambri Long Personal Injury Lawyers
1919 M St NW #600, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 937-3310 rhllaw.com
Marks & Harrison - Personal Injury Attorney - Washington DC
1003 K St NW Suite 404, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 839-9286 marksandharrison.com
The Cochran Firm
1666 K St NW Suite 1150, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 682-5800 cochranfirmdc.com
Trombly & Singer, PLLC
1825 K St NW #1150, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 831-8134 tromblylaw.com
Simeone & Miller, LLP
1825 K St NW #650, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 918-6430 simeonemiller.com
Kitchel Injury Law
700 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Second Floor, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 318-9796 kitchellaw.com
TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers
1150 Connecticut Ave NW suite 802b, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 875-6047 topdoglaw.com
Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP
5335 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 330, Washington, DC 20015
(202) 659-5500 koonz.com
Nace Law Group Accident & Injury Lawyers PLLC
1025 Thomas Jefferson St NW #810, Washington, DC 20007
(202) 335-8606 washingtondcinjurylawyers.com
Patrick Malone & Associates, P.C.
1310 L St NW #800, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 742-1500 patrickmalonelaw.com
The Lapidus Law Firm, PLLC
1 Thomas Cir NW STE 700, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 785-5111 lapiduslawfirm.com
Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea
1050 Connecticut Ave NW #500, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 408-3300 sfspa.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in Washington, District of Columbia help patients who have been harmed by negligent healthcare providers. District of Columbia law requires plaintiffs to file a claim within three years of the injury or within three years of discovering the injury, but no more than five years after the incident. Local courts also require a certificate of merit from a qualified medical expert before filing a lawsuit.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Washington Cost?
Medical malpractice lawyers in Washington, District of Columbia typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or award if you win. This percentage usually ranges from 33 to 40 percent of the recovery. Some firms also charge for case expenses like expert witness fees and court costs, which may be deducted from your share. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Washington DC?
In the District of Columbia, you generally have three years from the date of the injury or three years from when you discovered the injury to file a claim. However, the deadline cannot exceed five years from the date the malpractice occurred.
Do I need a certificate of merit to sue for medical malpractice in DC?
Yes, District of Columbia law requires that you submit a certificate of merit signed by a qualified medical expert. This document must state that the expert believes your case has merit based on a review of your medical records.
What damages can I recover in a DC medical malpractice case?
You may recover economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages for pain and suffering. DC caps non-economic damages at a specific amount that adjusts annually, currently around 725,000 dollars for most cases.
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