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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Pikesville, MD: 2026 rankings

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Pikesville: Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney, LFR Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 251 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 3

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 255.

  3. 36

    Most-reviewed: Killian Law Group, LLC, 1,743 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 255 ranked; ranked #36.

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

255 Pikesville criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 93 are open 24/7, 119 open Saturdays and 114 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 255 rated law firms.

Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville 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 Pikesville at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney705.0★ (251)Lutherville-Timonium, 6 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2The Law Office of Hillel Traub, P.A.704.9★ (430)Baltimore, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group695.0★ (280)Columbia, 12 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
4Scheuerman Law, LLC694.9★ (394)Essex, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Law Offices of Allan Rombro P.A.694.8★ (124)Baltimore, 4 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
6The Cohen Law Firm, A Professional Corporation694.9★ (66)Baltimore, 1 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Shepard Law694.9★ (127)Towson, 6 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Maronick Law LLC684.7★ (230)Baltimore, 8 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9Maronick Law LLC684.7★ (492)Glen Burnie, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
10Grote Law LLC685.0★ (63)Cockeysville, 7 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—

All 255 criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville, 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.

  4. #4 Scheuerman Law, LLC

    Based in Essex, 14 mi away

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 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

  7. #7 Shepard Law

    Based in Towson, 6 mi away

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 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

  8. #8 Maronick Law LLC

    Based in Baltimore, 8 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 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

  9. #9 Maronick Law LLC

    Based in Glen Burnie, 15 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 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

  10. #10 Grote Law LLC

    Based in Cockeysville, 7 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 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

  11. #11 Shapiro Zwanetz & Lake

    Based in Columbia, 15 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 192 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 192 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    7226 Lee Deforest Dr Ste 207, Columbia, MD 21046
    View profile for Shapiro Zwanetz & Lake(410) 927-5137

  14. #14 Albers & Associates

    Based in Westminster, 19 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 353 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 353 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    532 Baltimore Blvd #411, Westminster, MD 21157
    View profile for Albers & Associates(443) 665-8030

  15. #15 The Herbst Firm

    Based in Baltimore, 9 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 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

  20. #20 FrizWoods LLC

    Based in Columbia, 14 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 80 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    6304 Woodside Ct Ste 110, Columbia, MD 21046
    View profile for FrizWoods LLC(410) 346-9384

  24. #24 FrizWoods LLC

    Based in Severna Park, 23 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 105 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 105 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    540 Ritchie Hwy Ste 301, Severna Park, MD 21146
    View profile for FrizWoods LLC(410) 883-5667

Criminal defense lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 255 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Law Office Of Colleen M. Kirby, Esq.655.0★ (66)12 mi
27The Law Office of Shimon Kafka655.0★ (238)7 mi
28T. Wray McCurdy, P.A.654.6★ (58)14 mi
29Kirk Seaman, LLC655.0★ (12)6 mi
30Scheuerman Law LLC645.0★ (18)11 mi
31Law Office of Peter S O'Neill644.6★ (45)15 mi
32Cochran & Chhabra Law Group644.8★ (206)30 mi
33Maronick Law LLC644.9★ (9)7 mi
34Carey Law Office, LLC644.9★ (108)28 mi
35Glen Burnie DUI Lawyer, Kunka Law645.0★ (21)15 mi
36Killian Law Group, LLC644.9★ (1,743)6 mi
37Law Offices Alex Poberesky, P.A645.0★ (548)In Pikesville
38Scheuerman Law LLC645.0★ (20)16 mi
39Mead Law, PA634.3★ (72)8 mi
40Saller, Ernstberger & McElroy634.5★ (118)8 mi
41The Law Offices of Gil S. Amaral634.3★ (8)8 mi
42Henley & Henley, Attorneys at Law634.9★ (71)30 mi
43Columbia Criminal Defense Lawyers625.0★ (7)12 mi
44Scott MacMullan Law, LLC624.9★ (63)30 mi
45The Law Office of Cynthia Christiani625.0★ (145)14 mi
46Maronick Law LLC624.5★ (25)20 mi
47Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group624.8★ (58)30 mi
48Eric Berman, Esq. - GetsYouOff, LLC625.0★ (8)9 mi
49The Law Offices of Robinson & Associates624.9★ (281)1 mi
50DUI & Defense Team625.0★ (8)10 mi

Also serving Pikesville

20 more criminal defense lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked criminal defense lawyers serving Pikesville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A. David Zerivitz, P.A. Attorney At Law4.6★ (63)In Pikesville
Baumohl Hamburg Family Law Firm4.7★ (55)In Pikesville
Blashka Law, LLC4.0★ (4)15 mi
Drescher & Associates, P.A.4.7★ (27)In Pikesville
Hassan, Hassan & Tuchman, PA4.9★ (392)7 mi
Jonathan S Resnick Law Offices2.1★ (96)In Pikesville
Law Offices of David M. Goldman4.9★ (35)In Pikesville
Leonard & McCliggott Law Group5.0★ (224)7 mi
Meridian Law LLC4.9★ (123)In Pikesville
Michael R. Goldstein, Esquire LLC5.0★ (69)In Pikesville
Portner & Shure, P.A.4.7★ (733)15 mi
Premier Defense Group4.0★ (13)29 mi
Roland Brooks & Associates, LLC5.0★ (42)In Pikesville
Ruben Law Firm4.9★ (471)12 mi
Scott R. Scherr, P.A., Attorney at Law5.0★ (108)7 mi
Sirody Bankruptcy Center4.9★ (381)In Pikesville
Snider & Associates, LLC4.5★ (45)In Pikesville
The Law Office of Justin Schnitzer4.8★ (41)In Pikesville
Warnken, LLC5.0★ (916)In Pikesville
Zirkin and Schmerling Injury Lawyers4.9★ (723)In Pikesville

How we ranked Pikesville criminal defense lawyers

We scored 255 Pikesville 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 Pikesville 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 Pikesville: frequently asked questions

Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Pikesville?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Pikesville, MD is Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 251 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. The Law Office of Hillel Traub, P.A. (#2) and Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group (#3) follow. We ranked 255 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Pikesville?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 255 criminal defense lawyers serving Pikesville, MD. 1 of them is based in Pikesville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville are open 24/7?

93 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney (#1), Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group (#3) and Scheuerman Law, LLC (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville work on weekends?

119 of 255 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 114 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Seth Okin Criminal Defense Attorney (#1), The Law Office of Hillel Traub, P.A. (#2) and Maryland Criminal Defense Law Group (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Pikesville criminal defense lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 255 rated criminal defense lawyers in Pikesville is 4.8★, with a median of 37 reviews. Killian Law Group, LLC has the most, 1,743 reviews, and ranks #36. 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 Pikesville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Pikesville 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 Pikesville, 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 Pikesville, 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 Pikesville?

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 Pikesville

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 255 criminal defense lawyers serving Pikesville.

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