About Bruce
Bruce Plaxen is the founder and senior partner of Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A., a prominent personal injury law firm headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Established in 1985, the firm has grown to include multiple offices across the state, providing comprehensive legal services in personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, products liability, animal and dog law, asbestos and mesothelioma, construction law. Social security disability. Admitted to the Maryland State Bar in 1985, Plaxen has been an active member of the legal community for over four decades. He has also been admitted to the District of Columbia Bar, expanding his ability to serve clients in both jurisdictions.
His dedication to the legal profession is further evidenced by his leadership roles, including serving as President of the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ) in 2001 and 2002. As Vice President of the American Association for Justice (AAJ). Under Plaxen's leadership, Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A. has achieved significant success in personal injury litigation, securing numerous favorable verdicts and settlements for clients throughout Maryland. The firm's commitment to excellence is reflected in its A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), evidence of its dedication to client satisfaction and ethical practices.
Plaxen's contributions to the legal field have been recognized with several accolades, including the Wiedemann Wysocki Award, which he has received multiple times, and the President’s Award from MAJ. In 2008, he was honored as Maryland Trial Lawyer of the Year. His commitment to civil justice and consumer rights has also been acknowledged by the AAJ, which awarded him the Distinguished Service Award in 2017 and the Above & Beyond award in 2019. Beyond his professional achievements, Plaxen is deeply involved in community service. He has volunteered at career days in Howard County Public Schools for over 40 years and has been a long-time sponsor of the MYLAW high school Mock Trial Statewide Competition, contributing both financially and as a judge.
His grassroots lobbying efforts in Annapolis have been instrumental in shaping pro-consumer laws in Maryland for more than 30 years. Plaxen's experience and unwavering commitment to his clients and the community have solidified his reputation as a leading personal injury attorney in Maryland. His leadership in both state and national legal organizations shows his dedication to advancing the cause of civil justice. For more information about Bruce Plaxen and Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A., visit their official website.
