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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Bel Air North, MD: 2026 rankings

169 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Bel Air North: Scheuerman Law, LLC, LFR Score 68/100; 4.9★ from 394 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 169.

  3. 32

    Most-reviewed: Killian Law Group, LLC, 1,743 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 169 ranked; ranked #32.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

169 Bel Air North criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 60 are open 24/7, 73 open Saturdays and 71 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 169 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Criminal defense lawyers in Towson ranking. See Criminal defense lawyers in Towson

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Scheuerman Law, LLC684.9★ (394)Essex, 17 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney685.0★ (251)Lutherville-Timonium, 17 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Shepard Law664.9★ (127)Towson, 17 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4The Law Office of Hillel Traub, P.A.664.9★ (430)Baltimore, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Grote Law LLC665.0★ (63)Cockeysville, 16 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6Law Offices of Allan Rombro P.A.654.8★ (124)Baltimore, 20 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Maronick Law LLC654.7★ (230)Baltimore, 22 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Maronick Law LLC654.7★ (492)Glen Burnie, 30 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group654.9★ (86)Baltimore, 22 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
10Craig M. Kadish & Associates, LLC644.7★ (131)Baltimore, 22 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—

All 169 criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Bel Air North

    #1 Scheuerman Law, LLC

    Based in Essex, 17 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 394 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 394 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    106 N Marlyn Ave, Essex, MD 21221
    View profile for Scheuerman Law, LLC(443) 589-6254

  3. #3 Shepard Law

    Based in Towson, 17 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    303 W Pennsylvania Ave, Towson, MD 21204
    View profile for Shepard Law(410) 648-4008

  5. #5 Grote Law LLC

    Based in Cockeysville, 16 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    57 W Timonium Rd Ste 105A, Timonium, MD 21093
    View profile for Grote Law LLC(443) 589-5831

  7. #7 Maronick Law LLC

    Based in Baltimore, 22 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 230 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 230 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    220 N Liberty St, Baltimore, MD 21201
    View profile for Maronick Law LLC(443) 381-6223

  8. #8 Maronick Law LLC

    Based in Glen Burnie, 30 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 492 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 492 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    7418 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
    View profile for Maronick Law LLC(443) 351-6657

  11. #11 The Herbst Firm

    Based in Baltimore, 22 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    400 E Pratt St 8th floor, Baltimore, MD 21202
    View profile for The Herbst Firm(410) 207-2598

  16. #16 T. Wray McCurdy, P.A.

    Based in Essex, 18 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    101 Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221
    View profile for T. Wray McCurdy, P.A.(410) 834-8466

  21. #21 Kirk Seaman, LLC

    Based in Towson, 17 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    222 Bosley Ave c2, Towson, MD 21204
    View profile for Kirk Seaman, LLC(410) 837-6077

  24. #24 DUI & Defense Team

    Based in Parkville, 14 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    8831 Satyr Hill Rd Ste 145, Parkville, MD 21234
    View profile for DUI & Defense Team(443) 495-6959

Criminal defense lawyers ranked #27 to #34

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #27 to #34, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 34 of 169 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North, ranks 27 to 34
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
27Saller, Ernstberger & McElroy604.5★ (118)22 mi
30Rice Law604.9★ (109)2 mi
31The Law Offices of Gil S. Amaral604.3★ (8)22 mi
32Killian Law Group, LLC604.9★ (1,743)25 mi
33Maronick Law LLC604.9★ (9)27 mi
34Portner & Shure, P.A.604.9★ (85)1 mi

How we ranked Bel Air North criminal defense lawyers

We scored 169 Bel Air North criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Bel Air North data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a criminal defense lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
  • Who will appear with me at each hearing?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North: frequently asked questions

Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Bel Air North?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Bel Air North, MD is Scheuerman Law, LLC with an LFR Score of 68/100. It has 4.9★ from 394 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney (#2) and Shepard Law (#3) follow. We ranked 169 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Bel Air North?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 169 criminal defense lawyers serving Bel Air North, MD. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North are open 24/7?

60 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Scheuerman Law, LLC (#1), Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney (#2) and Shepard Law (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North work on weekends?

73 of 169 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 71 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Scheuerman Law, LLC (#1), Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney (#2) and Shepard Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Bel Air North criminal defense lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 169 rated criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North is 4.8★, with a median of 30 reviews. Killian Law Group, LLC has the most, 1,743 reviews, and ranks #32. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?

Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do criminal defense lawyers outside Bel Air North count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Bel Air North city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North, MD charge?

Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?

If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Bel Air North, MD ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Bel Air North?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Bel Air North

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 169 criminal defense lawyers serving Bel Air North.

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