Cerebral Palsy Lawyer in Washington D.C.
We Fight
for Victims
- Over 60 multimillion-dollar resolutions
- Mr. Offutt personally oversees representation for D.C. clients
- 95% trial success rate as a former defense lawyer
- Free consultations and no fees unless we secure compensation in your child's case
Why You Need Stephen Offutt
Cerebral Palsy Case Victories in 12+ States
Steve takes on complex, high-stakes birth injury cases in over a dozen states across the country, as well as in the District. If he takes your child's case, he’ll bring the same strategic firepower and credibility he’s built over decades of dedicated representation.
A Dedicated Advocate
This practice is built on access. Every case begins with a free consultation, and every client pays nothing unless compensation is recovered. Victims who find themselves needing long-term care and support deserve an attorney who listens, and a legal team that removes obstacles rather than creating them. You’ll never be left wondering if your child's case matters.
Direct Access to Your Ally
Mr. Offutt will personally oversee your child's representation, and assist in having trust specialists protect your child's compensation in a way that preserves these benefits. Empower yourself and your family with the guidance of an attorney with verdicts as high as $33 million.
Your Benefits Are Not in Danger if You Decide to File Suit
Many parents of children with cerebral palsy worry that filing a lawsuit or receiving a financial award could jeopardize the benefits their child relies on. It won’t.
When Mr. Offutt recovers compensation for a child with cerebral palsy, the funds are placed in a dedicated trust. That means your child keeps the public support they need and gains long-term financial security. The portion of any award that goes to the parents also has no impact on the child’s benefits.
You’re not choosing between help now and help later. You’re choosing both.
It's Time to Take Action if Negligence Has Resulted in Cerebral Palsy
In Washington, D.C., most adults have three years to file a medical malpractice claim.
For injured children, the rules are different. They can usually bring a claim up until their 21st birthday, since they have three years to file after turning 18.
Because these timelines can vary depending on your situation, it’s best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. Acting early helps preserve records, memories, and your right to pursue justice for your child.
“Incredible.” A Client Reflects on Mr. Offutt's Work
"After other attorneys turned us down, Steve researched the case and found serious errors happened at the birth of my son Jordan. A Memphis jury has found that delays in performing an urgently needed cesarean section resulted in his developing severe brain damage and cerebral palsy and awarded him $33.5 million to cover the cost of future health care needs and other losses."
— Teresa, 5-Star Review
Go Directly to a Champion Fighting for Victims of Preventable Cerebral Palsy in D.C.
Not every lawyer who shows up in your search results oversees these cases themselves. Many of the biggest sites you’ll find online are run by marketers instead of attorneys. They’ll take your child's case, refer it out to someone else, and have no further involvement unless or until they get a cut of the verdict or settlement.
Stephen Offutt is different. He will personally oversee your representation so you can be sure your child's case will benefit from the involvement of a lawyer who has won record-setting verdicts in more than a dozen states, including $33 million in Tennessee and $15.5 million in Minnesota.
Get results. Protect your child’s future.
The Jury Will Understand the Facts With Our Birth Injury Lawyer's Help
At trial, jurors are not told that hospitals carry insurance. They’re not told that the doctors involved may have made the same mistakes before. The law prevents those facts from coming in, even when they matter.
That’s why your child needs a lawyer who knows how to work within the system without letting the truth get lost.
Stephen Offutt has spent decades bringing the strongest parts of each case to light. He will build a compelling narrative that resonates with jurors and survives the legal roadblocks put in place to protect institutions. He knows what can’t be said, and how to make sure what matters still gets heard.
Meet Stephen Offutt
An Advocate Who Gets Life-Changing Results for Clients
Stephen Offutt is one of the most accomplished birth injury attorneys in the country, and one of the few with record-breaking verdicts in multiple states, and astonishing settlements in more than a dozen others. Since 2004, he’s helped families recover more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements, including a $33.4 million verdict in Tennessee and a $15.5 million verdict in Minnesota. Both outcomes benefited children with cerebral palsy.
Before that, he was a defense attorney with a 95% jury trial success rate. He then switched sides and spent the last two decades fighting for injured children and their families.
Mr. Offutt doesn’t just win cases. He restores hope. He helps victims take on billion-dollar insurance companies and build secure futures, often through special needs trusts that protect benefits and fund lifelong care.
He’s the attorney other firms come to when a case is too complex or too costly to handle alone. He answers his own phone, he works relentlessly, and he does what it takes to achieve justice.
"The goal is always the same: to recover as much as we legally can for the child and their family."
Frequently Asked Questions About Cerebral Palsy Lawsuits in Washington, D.C.
How long do I have to file a cerebral palsy claim in Washington, D.C.?
In most cases, parents have three years from the date of injury (or from when the injury was discovered) to bring a medical malpractice claim. When a child is the one filing, that three-year window typically begins on their 18th birthday. Because evidence can be lost, it’s best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
Will pursuing a claim affect my child’s Medicaid or disability benefits?
No. Any compensation recovered for your child can be placed in a special needs trust, which ensures that public benefits remain fully protected. Mr. Offutt can assist you in setting up this safeguard so your child keeps both their care and their financial security.
Are jurors told that the doctor or hospital has insurance?
They are not. The law prevents attorneys from disclosing that a provider is insured or has faced prior claims. Your lawyer must therefore present the facts so clearly and convincingly that the jury reaches a just conclusion based solely on the evidence. Stephen Offutt can oversee representation that achieves this essential aspect of a cerebral palsy case.
Do I really need a lawyer for a cerebral palsy case?
Yes. Hospitals and physicians are backed by powerful insurance companies and skilled defense firms whose goal is to minimize payouts. Having an attorney proven capable of achieving justice in complex birth injury litigation (especially one who once defended these cases) can make all the difference.
What will it cost to have Mr. Offutt represent us?
There is no upfront cost. Mr. Offutt offers free consultations and works on a contingency-fee basis, meaning he only receives payment if he successfully recovers compensation for your child. This ensures every family can pursue justice, regardless of their financial circumstances.
