Championing victims of negligence with unwavering dedication, perseverance and compassion.

Decades of Experience in Injury Law

For nearly 30 years, David Ellin has been a relentless advocate for individuals and families harmed by others’ negligence. Over his career, Mr. Ellin has dedicated his practice to victims of medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injuries, and to families seeking justice in wrongful death cases in Maryland, Delaware, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Pennsylvania, Virginia, California, Nevada, and Washington, D.C.

Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Expertise

Mr. Ellin is renowned for his ability to handle complex medical negligence cases of all kinds, including surgical errors, misdiagnoses, birth injury, brain injury, medication and pharmacy mistakes, anesthesia negligence, obstetric injuries and nursing home negligence. He also represents victims of catastrophic personal injury, including motor vehicle collisions, industrial accidents, slip and fall and other life-changing events. Regardless of the case, David brings exceptional skill and unwavering determination to every client he serves.

Early Career and Founding of Ellin Law

At just 23 years old, David became one of the youngest attorneys ever admitted to the Maryland State Bar. He began his career under the legendary Marvin Ellin, widely regarded as the “dean of medical malpractice” in Maryland. Seeking to broaden his trial experience, David served as a Baltimore City Assistant State’s Attorney in the Felony Narcotics Unit, where he gained invaluable courtroom and investigative experience.

In 2004, he founded Ellin Law, devoting his practice exclusively to helping victims and families devastated by negligence. Since then, he has recovered well over 100 millions of dollars on behalf of his clients and has built a reputation as the attorney clients turn to when the stakes are highest and the path forward is uncertain.

Learn more about David Ellin’s awards and recognition

Bar Admissions and Professional Associations

  • Maryland State Bar
  • U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
  • Maryland Association for Justice
  • Justinian Society
  • National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Education

  • B.A. in English, Western Maryland College, 1994
  • Cambridge University, Cambridge, England, 1993
  • J.D. University of Baltimore School of Law, 1997

Awards & Recognition

  • Maryland Super Lawyer (2009–2025)
  • Nation’s Top One Percent (2015, 2025)
  • “VIP– Successful Before 40,” The Daily Record (2013)
  • Top Attorney in Maryland, Baltimore Magazine (2012, 2021)

Recoveries

  • $18 million – Young man with a brain injury due to medical negligence
  • $7 million – Family of a woman who suffered catastrophic brain injury after a miscarriage
  • $8 million – Woman whose physician failed to diagnose her cancer
  • $4 million – Mother who suffered preventable complications after childbirth
  • $3.3 million – Child severely injured in a pedestrian accident
  • $3 million – Medication error that led to bilateral amputation
  • $2.3 million – Head-on motor vehicle collision
  • $2 million – Woman who sustained a brain injury due to hospital negligence
  • $2 million – Erroneous placement of medical device that led to leg amputation
  • $2 million – Family of a man who died due to a medication error
  • $1 million – Woman run over in a pedestrian accident

These results stand as a testament to David’s methodical preparation, courtroom mastery, and unwavering pursuit of justice for his clients.

“Not only did David come out to my home and meet with me personally, but I received a much bigger recovery than I was expecting.”

— Lynne B.

 

“David and the rest of his team helped us through the lowest point in our lives. They were professional and supportive in guiding us through very difficult and stressful legal issues, helping for well over a year with ongoing problems. They treated us like family, and I couldn’t recommend David enough should anyone ever find themselves in need of an attorney.”

— Shawn S.

 

“Having David on my case took a heavy burden off my shoulders […]. I can’t thank David enough for what he did for me during this very emotional time. If you ever find yourself in a difficult situation after a catastrophic accident, please call David Ellin. I can guarantee you it will be the best move you will ever make. David is no longer my lawyer, but one of my closest friends.”

— David B.