About Richard
Richard Trunnell earned his J.D. from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law in 1987 after completing a B.A. at Gettysburg College in 1984. He moved from a liberal arts undergraduate program into law school at a time when national debates over regulatory and commercial law were prominent. The chronology shaped his approach: careful, methodical, and attentive to both statute and precedent.
He entered practice after law school and established a steady presence in regional matters. He is admitted to practice in Maryland and Pennsylvania and has handled cases and client matters across both states. Over the years he has balanced courtroom work with counseling clients, addressing questions that range from transactional details to contested litigation. His work has required translating technical legal issues into concrete options for people and businesses.
Alongside courtroom appearances, Trunnell has remained engaged with professional circles. He maintains current memberships in legal associations that keep him connected to continuing legal education and to colleagues across jurisdictions. That involvement has supported his practice by keeping him current on procedural changes and state-level developments that affect clients in Maryland and Pennsylvania.
Trunnell’s office is Trunnell Law, LLC. From there he manages client matters, prepares filings, and coordinates with local counsel when cases span jurisdictions. He structures his practice to respond to the practical needs of clients while observing procedural rigors. Colleagues describe him as methodical in preparing cases and responsive to scheduling and discovery demands. Clients work with him on case strategy and on the precise drafting and review of documents that often determine outcomes.
Outside the courtroom, he has continued to follow legal scholarship and state decisions that influence everyday practice. He applies that knowledge in client meetings and in written work. Court calendars and statutory changes in both Maryland and Pennsylvania shape the rhythm of his practice. He currently practices at Trunnell Law, LLC, handling matters that arise under Maryland and Pennsylvania law.
