Serious criminal charges
Start with the charging papers, the stage of the case, and the questions that need individual review.
Explore this situationWhether you are facing an accusation or helping a family member, the first step is understanding what needs to be reviewed.
Start with the charging papers, the stage of the case, and the questions that need individual review.
Explore this situationUnderstand which documents and notices to bring before making assumptions about a ticket or appearance.
Explore this situationGet a practical starting point for asking about representation for someone you love.
Explore this situationOrganize the outcome and ask whether the office can assist with a record-relief review.
Explore this situationThese pages are starting points for a conversation, not a promise to accept every matter. Confirm practice fit, jurisdiction, availability, and the scope of representation directly with the office.
Prepare a short list of questions before you call.
Prepare for a consultationCall (301) 474-3383 to ask about availability and the details of a first meeting. The consultation planner on this site prepares a checklist only; it does not send a request or book an appointment.
A practical starting point is your court notice, any charging papers you have, the next date shown, and a list of questions. Ask the office how to provide sensitive documents securely. Do not enter them into a general website tool.
You can call to ask about arranging a conversation for a family member. The office will need to clarify who would be the client, what information can be discussed, and whether representation is available.
No. A reported outcome concerns a particular case. Different evidence, charges, procedures, and circumstances can produce different results. No result is guaranteed.
No. Reading the site, using the planner, or making an initial inquiry does not by itself establish an attorney–client relationship. Representation must be accepted by the attorney and its scope agreed upon.
Call about your case and ask whether the office can review it.