Bruce M. Plaxen

Bruce M. Plaxen is a personal injury attorney with more than 40 years of experience representing individuals and families harmed by negligence. His practice includes motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death claims, premises liability, product liability, and medical malpractice matters. He is known for handling complex, high-stakes cases with careful preparation and strong advocacy. His work focuses on helping injured clients pursue accountability, fair compensation, and meaningful legal remedies through the civil justice system.

Bruce earned his J.D. from American University Washington College of Law and his B.A., cum laude, from the State University of New York at Albany. His education provided a strong foundation in legal analysis, advocacy, and public service. That academic background supports his long career in litigation and leadership. It also reflects the disciplined approach he brings to case strategy, client counseling, courtroom presentation, and work involving injury claims.

In his legal career, Bruce has represented clients in a wide range of serious injury matters and has built a reputation for skilled courtroom advocacy. He has also taken on major leadership roles in trial lawyer organizations and public policy efforts. His service includes work supporting consumer rights, access to the courts, and laws that protect injured people. He has also provided pro bono help to victims of disasters and other hardships.

Bruce M. Plaxen has earned recognition for both litigation and professional leadership. He serves as President of the American Association for Justice and has held many leadership positions within the Maryland Association for Justice. His honors include national and state awards for service, advocacy, and trial work. His career reflects sustained commitment to injured individuals, strong legal representation, and continued efforts to protect the civil justice system for everyone.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A.
• President, American Association for Justice
• Chairman, Maryland Association for Justice, Political Action Committee
• Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland

Education

• American University Washington College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• State University of New York
  Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude

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