Thomas W. Rafter
Law Office of Thomas W. Rafter • Baltimore, MD
Criminal DefenseGeneral PracticeHealthcareInvestigationsPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
tom@tomrafterlaw.com
Phone
(410) 567-0072
Address
Baltimore, MD, US
Professional
About
**Thomas W. Rafter - Experienced Trial Attorney in Baltimore, MD** Based in Baltimore, MD, Thomas W. Rafter is a distinguished trial attorney with over 20 years of extensive experience in both civil and criminal law. As the founding attorney of the Law Office of Thomas W. Rafter, he offers clients a wealth of knowledge across a diverse range of practice areas, including general practice, healthcare law, investigations, and personal injury. Mr. Rafter began his legal career after graduating from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 1993. He honed his litigation skills at the Howard County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he served as an Assistant State’s Attorney for nearly a decade. During this time, he gained invaluable experience prosecuting a wide array of cases, including hundreds of DUI offenses and serious felonies such as narcotics and violent crimes, including homicide. His commitment to justice led him to the Homicide Unit of the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office, where he spent seven years handling high-profile cases that demanded exceptional legal acumen and strategic thinking. Mr. Rafter’s expertise further expanded when he joined the Office of the Attorney General as an Assistant Attorney General in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU). In this role, he directed complex investigations and successfully prosecuted numerous white-collar felony healthcare fraud cases, showcasing his versatility and dedication to upholding the law. With a comprehensive background in personal injury law, Mr. Rafter has successfully represented clients in various cases, including car accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death claims. His extensive trial experience and focus on client advocacy make him a trusted ally for those navigating the complexities of the legal system in Baltimore and beyond. For personalized legal representation grounded in decades of trial experience, contact the Law Office of Thomas W. Rafter today.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
1993 University of Baltimore School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1987 William Paterson University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Associations
2018 - Present Maryland Association for Justice Member 2017 - Present National College of District Attorneys Instructor 1993 - Present Maryland State Bar Association Member Maryland State’s Attorney’s Association Lecturer 2017 - 2018 Bar Association of Baltimore City Chairman of Health and Wellbeing Committee
Speaking
2022 BABC's Unplugging Health and Wellness for Attorneys 1999 Instructor for Trial Advocacy 1 , Columbia, SC. Trial Advocacy 1998 Instructor for Trial Advocacy 1, Columbia, SC Trial Advocacy 1997 Maryland State's Attorneys' Association Summer Conference The Law of Post Convition
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Updated: May 25, 2026