The Herbst Firm is a criminal defense law firm in Maryland with offices at 400 E Pratt St, 8th floor, Baltimore, MD 21202, reachable at 410-207-2598 and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Led by Maryland criminal lawyer Benjamin Herbst, the firm provides relentless criminal defense representation with a focus on client-centered service that combines courtroom skill with personal attention and compassion. The practice handles cases in all Maryland jurisdictions including Baltimore, Anne Arundel County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Howard County, Frederick County, and the Eastern Shore, as well as federal cases in Greenbelt and Baltimore City.
The firm specializes in a comprehensive range of criminal defense matters including DUI and DWI cases, drug possession and distribution charges for marijuana, cocaine, heroin, and prescription pills, theft and robbery offenses, murder cases, burglary, gun crimes, assault charges, domestic violence, juvenile crimes, probation violations, and federal charges including drug trafficking, conspiracy, extortion, and racketeering. Benjamin Herbst has successfully defended clients charged with serious felonies and has earned acquittals in cases carrying life imprisonment sentences, while also handling numerous misdemeanor and felony court trials. The firm emphasizes thorough case preparation as if every case will go to trial, aggressive negotiation for dismissals or reductions, and never pressuring clients to accept plea agreements. Attorney Herbst has represented hundreds of clients in violation of probation cases and stays current with changes in Maryland’s probation laws under the Judicial Reinvestment Act.
Silverman Thompson operates from 400 E Pratt Street Suite 900 in Baltimore, MD 21202, with additional offices in Towson, Washington D.C., New York City, and Annapolis, consistently voted Maryland’s top criminal defense firm from 2018 to 2024 by over 25,000 legal professionals and readers of The Maryland Daily Record. The firm’s unmatched experience includes over 1,000 court appearances annually with a team featuring ten former prosecutors, four former Assistant U.S. Attorneys, three former public defenders, seven adjunct law professors, a former dean of the University of Baltimore School of Law, and one retired federal judge. Their attorneys specialize exclusively in criminal defense, handling DUI charges, drug crimes, violent offenses, sex crimes, bail reviews, internet crimes, juvenile matters, assault and battery, burglary, white collar crimes, and federal charges while maintaining a perfect 10/10 Avvo rating. The practice has extensive experience managing high-profile cases from representing former mayors to presidents, though they take equal pride in sensitive cases that remain out of the spotlight, with attorneys actively involved in court daily building relationships with prosecutors, judges, and court staff. Best Law Firms ranks Silverman Thompson Tier 1 in Washington for white-collar and non-white-collar criminal defense, while Chambers USA recognizes them as Band 2 for white-collar criminal defense and government investigations. Contact the firm toll-free at 800-385-2243 for free consultation regarding criminal defense matters throughout Maryland, D.C., and federal courts.
The Law Office of Christopher C. Nieto operates from 1 N. Charles Street Suite 1301, Baltimore, MD 21201, providing high-quality criminal defense and immigration representation throughout Maryland and Washington, DC. Christopher Nieto brings substantial experience defending individuals accused of serious federal and state criminal offenses including murder, drug distribution, aggravated assault, robbery, and felony gun possession. With a background that includes serving as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn, New York, Nieto understands prosecution strategies and uses this knowledge to benefit his defense clients. The firm handles the full spectrum of criminal matters from grand jury investigations to complex sentencing proceedings and violations of probation or supervised release. Beyond criminal defense, Nieto offers comprehensive immigration services including family-based petitions, immigration visas, and deportation defense cases. His client-focused approach emphasizes accessibility and personal attention during times of crisis, whether clients face potential incarceration or deportation. The practice serves Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County, and Harford County. Nieto’s commitment to justice extends beyond individual representation, having served on the DC Commission on Reentry and Returning Citizens Affairs and participated in President Obama’s Clemency Project. Contact the office at 443-863-8189 or [email protected] for representation that combines integrity with proven courtroom success.
Brown Law operates from 233 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1000C, Baltimore, MD 21202, providing high-end criminal defense with integrity for clients facing life-altering challenges. Led by C. Justin Brown with attorneys Lylian Romero and Emily Perison, the firm specializes in federal criminal defense, Maryland criminal defense, and post-conviction services throughout nine jurisdictions. They handle drug conspiracy, federal conspiracy, bank fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, federal grand jury proceedings, public corruption, and federal compassionate release cases with a track record of overturning eight life sentences. The practice assists with Maryland Second Look Act cases, assault charges, drug offenses, misdemeanors, pardons, commutations, and Title IX school investigations at 410-244-5444. Brown Law has secured federal not guilty verdicts, freed clients after decades in prison including Allen Finke after 44 years and Lloyd Hall after 34 years, and obtained 23 federal compassionate release grants. They thrive when stakes are highest, successfully suppressing wiretaps and evidence, dismissing charges for drug trafficking, money laundering, fraud, and achieving sentence reductions across multiple jurisdictions.
BrooksLaw LLC operates from The Houston-Marshall Law Building at 12 East Pleasant Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, specializing in employment discrimination, Title IX campus proceedings, and criminal defense matters. Attorney Oana Brooks provides experienced representation for individuals charged with DUI, DWI, and other criminal offenses throughout Maryland, available at (410) 779-3100. The firm defends college students facing criminal charges stemming from campus misconduct as well as adults accused of drunk driving, drug crimes, assault, theft, and other misdemeanor and felony offenses. Brooks brings over 14 years of litigation and investigative experience spanning civil and criminal law, with prior prosecutorial experience informing defense strategies. The practice uniquely combines criminal defense with Title IX representation for students facing campus sexual misconduct investigations and disciplinary procedures. Having conducted campus investigations and advised educational institutions, Brooks understands both sides of university disciplinary proceedings. The Baltimore-based firm serves clients throughout Maryland with offices open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, offering thorough case evaluation and aggressive defense representation.
Baltimore Legal Services operates from P.O. Box 427 in Baltimore, MD 21027, with Attorney Brendan O’Brien providing criminal defense throughout Baltimore County including Towson, Yorktown, and surrounding Maryland communities. O’Brien, a former public defender with over 10,000 cases under his belt, defends clients against violent crimes including assault, domestic violence, arson, burglary, robbery, and weapons charges involving handguns at 858-523-8423. The practice handles sex crimes from rape and internet sex crimes to harassment and stalking, plus drug offenses including distribution, possession with intent to distribute, and simple possession charges throughout Maryland courts. His criminal defense extends to theft crimes, DUI/DWI charges with standardized field sobriety test challenges, motor vehicle offenses, and peace/protective order violations with 24/7 availability. The firm provides free initial consultations, maintains round-the-clock phone access for arrested clients, and brings extensive experience from thousands of cases handled as a public defender. O’Brien represents clients in courts throughout Baltimore County, Harford County, and Anne Arundel County including Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Bel Air, and Catonsville. The practice emphasizes immediate attorney consultation before speaking with police, offering experienced defense for drug crimes, violent offenses, and serious felony charges.
