Choosing a law firm who best represents your needs is one of the most important decisions you may ever have to make. Whether it be Worker's Compensation, Immigration, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Elder Care, or Business Formation, our attorneys have the experience to best guide you through the legal process and put your mind at ease. We are a small firm who specializes in only a few areas of the law. But make no mistake, our team has litigated hundreds of cases from both sides. Because of this, we know how the other side thinks, whether is is the insurance company, the Government or the prosecutor. If you want a law firm that gives your case the attention it deserves with an attorney who is experienced inside and outside the courtroom, contact us today to talk about your case. Let us put your mind at ease.

At the Law Offices of Jayson A. Soobitsky, P.A., our clients come first. Every client is treated with courtesy and respect. Our expertise and integrity have earned us a reputation as one of Maryland’s premier legal firms. Our consistent track record of uncompromising ethics instills confidence and trust. We use cutting edge technologies that allow us to respond quickly, and give you the most relevant information and perspectives. The Law Offices of Jayson A. Soobitsky, P.A. is dedicated to achieving the best outcome for every client. With the Law Offices of Jayson A. Soobitsky, P.A. on your side, you will get straight forward advice that will empower you to make the best decisions for your future. We never forget that we work for you.

With over a decade of experience representing more than 10,000 defendants, Mr. O’Brien brings a wealth of courtroom expertise to each client. He has successfully defended hundreds of individuals in criminal trials across Maryland’s District and Circuit courts. His deep knowledge of criminal law allows him to handle complex cases with precision, ensuring every client receives skilled representation. Mr. O’Brien’s legal career began at the University of Baltimore School of Law, where he excelled academically and gained invaluable experience in criminal law. He clerked for one of Maryland’s leading criminal law experts, Professor Byron L. Warnken, and participated in the Appellate Practice Clinic, where he argued a criminal appeal before the Appellate Court of Maryland. These early experiences sharpened his ability to navigate the intricacies of criminal defense. After passing the bar in 2010, Mr. O’Brien served as an attorney with the Office of the Public Defender, where he handled a heavy caseload with professionalism and skill. Over the years, he has developed defense strategies for a wide range of criminal charges, such as criminal law, sex crimes, harassment, and weapons crimes, consistently striving to achieve the best outcomes for his clients. To schedule your free consultation with the Towson Criminal Defense Lawyer, please call our office at 858-523-8423.

Mr. Roper firmly believes in the diverse skill set he offers his clients: a compassionate and caring attorney attentive to each detail of his client’s case while at the same time an aggressive litigator who is not afraid to take the gloves off to fight for the rights of his clients. Mr. Roper prides himself on providing the best representation to every one of his clients and works tirelessly to vigorously protect and maximize their interests. Driven to make the law work to his client’s advantage, he has successfully completed the rigorous National Institute of Trial Advocacy Trial Skills Program in Boulder, Colorado. Mr. Roper has also participated in the National Legal Aid Defenders Association National Law Conference in Chicago, Illinois and the Stalking Resource Center National Law Conference in St. Louis, Missouri. Prior to becoming owner and partner of Roper & DiBlasio, LLC, Mr. Roper was employed as an attorney with Staiti & DiBlasio, LLP. Mr. Roper has also served as a Staff Attorney for the Sexual Assault/Spousal Abuse Resource Center Legal Services Program where he fought for vulnerable victims. Mr. Roper also served as Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Stephen M. Waldron, the senior trial Judge on the Circuit Court for Harford County, and interned for the Honorable Clayton Greene, Jr. for the Court of Appeals of Maryland in Annapolis. Mr. Roper has also worked for the Law Offices of Bruce A. Johnson, Jr., LLC, the Law Office of Patricia Cleary, LLC, and interned with the Public Defender’s Office of Baltimore County.

Michael Katz practices exclusively family/child welfare law and education law. Michael has dedicated his professional career to assisting families navigate the often complex and emotionally challenging child welfare and education law arenas. Michael strongly believes that his clients need to be knowledgeable about legal issues directly impacting their families so that they can be empowered to make decisions that best meet the needs of their families. Michael has been involved with issues relating to child welfare for the past twenty years both as an educator and an attorney. Michael grew up in Baltimore County and attended Boys’ Latin School. After high school he attended Towson State University graduating with a degree in Elementary Education. Throughout college, Michael worked each summer with cognitively challenged youth and continues to this day to volunteer with various organizations that assist mentally and cognitively limited youth. He began his professional career as a teacher of special education students in Baltimore County and then as an elementary school teacher in Baltimore City before entering law school. While Michael thoroughly enjoyed his teaching experience, he felt that he could better serve children as a legal advocate. Michael graduated Magna Cum Laude, in the top 10% of his class, from the University of Baltimore Law School. While in law school he completed various internships with private and public agencies that centered on child welfare issues including Legal Aid’s Child Advocacy Unit and Advocates for Children and Youth. Upon being admitted to the Maryland Bar, Michael accepted employment as an Assistant Public Defender with the Office of the Public Defender, Child in Need of Assistance Division. This position allowed Michael to fully develop his litigation skills, foster relationships with court personnel, and provided the opportunity to observe the positive impact an experienced, knowledgeable, pro-active attorney can have on the life of a child. After three years of employment with the Office of the Public Defender, Michael accepted a position as staff attorney with the Law Office of Darlene A. Wakefield, P.A. For the last nine years, Michael has served first as Supervising Attorney then as Managing Attorney. Over the past nineteen years, the Law Office of Darlene A. Wakefield, P.A., through contracts with the state of Maryland, has been the second largest provider of legal advocacy services for abused/neglected children, representing well over twenty-five thousand children. Michael has represented over a thousand children and continues to represent parents in child welfare cases as he believes he brings a unique perspective to parents regarding how their actions affect their children. Michael has received certification to serve both as a Court Appointed Child’s Counsel in family law cases and as a mediator in Maryland Courts. Michael also represents parents in education matters as he has extensive experience advocating at Individual Education Plan Meetings and Due Process hearings. Education advocacy allows Michael to advocate for the services children need to be successful. Michael strongly believes that regardless of the socio-economic environment in which a child is raised, education truly is the key to a successful future for all children. Michael has extensive experience handling all aspects of Estate Planning. He enjoys helping individuals and couples plan for their future by ensuring that all life and legacy needs are honored. Michael and his extended family reside in Baltimore County. Michael is an avid sports fan who was fortunate to be able to attend the Raven’s victorious Super Bowl win. He also enjoys animals, traveling, and volunteer work with children’s organizations.

Lindsay A. Freedman, Esq. is a dedicated attorney with ample experience representing clients in both state and federal courts, focused on employment and business litigation. As the founder of Freedman Law, LLC, he champions workers' rights. He provides strategic counsel in areas such as wrongful termination, employment law, NDAs, family medical leave, employment discrimination, disability accomodations, wage theft, sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and whistleblower retaliation. His commitment to securing justice for his clients has resulted in millions of dollars in settlements. A Northern Virginia native, now based in Maryland, Mr. Freedman also assists clients with estate planning and consumer litigation. Contact Freedman Law, LLC online or by calling 410-290-6232 today for a consultation.

The Law Offices of Attorney Patricia (Pat) Cresta-Savage offers clients the advantage of an experienced attorney with over 20 years of advisory and courtroom litigation experience providing independent legal representation in civil actions, civil rights, and criminal defense. She is a licensed member of the bar in DC, MD and NH, and can represent clients in several different courts. In CRIMINAL DEFENSE, she has effectively represented those charged in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and New Hampshire with many different types and degrees of crimes, including but not limited to serious offenses such as: felony murder, assault with intent to kill, armed robbery, carjacking, possession and/or distribution of controlled substances, felon in possession of firearms, embezzlement, credit card fraud, as well as lesser criminal charges of many kinds. In CIVIL RIGHTS, she has successfully represented clients in civil actions concerning police brutality, gender discrimination, sexual harassment, race discrimination, and employment law. She was co-counsel in a landmark Maryland decision concerning the unconstitutional retroactive application of sex offender registration law: Doe v. Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services, 430 Md. 535, 62 A.3d 123 (2013)

Bel Air Criminal Defense Law Firm If you face criminal charges, an experienced and respected defense lawyer can help protect your rights, evaluate possible defenses, negotiate preferential plea bargains and use every facet of the law in your defense. At the Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter, Attorney at Law, I have more than 30 years of experience defending people accused of all types of criminal charges, ranging from DWI and DUI to sex offenses and murder. I'm known as an aggressive and hard-hitting defense lawyer who will fight hard to keep your record as clean as possible and to minimize the effect of an arrest on your life. With offices in Baltimore, Annapolis, Ocean City and Bel Air, I offer four convenient locations for people who are charged with crimes in Maryland. No matter what kind of charges you face, I offer free initial consultation by phone or in one of my offices. If you are incarcerated, I can also meet with you in jail. A Serious Lawyer for Serious Charges I have the experience and knowledge to defend you against the most serious criminal charges such as Federal and State internet child pornography, sex offenses, DUI and DWI, drug offenses, solicitation and prostitution, assault and battery, and general traffic tickets, which can have a devastating effect on your life. I will review the documents charging you with a crime, investigate the circumstances of your arrest and determine if any evidence should be suppressed. For example, if the police violated your Fourth Amendment constitutional rights against unreasonable search and seizure, I will seek to have the charges dismissed.

Joseph P. Lawrence, Esquire proudly serves Baltimore County, Carroll County, Harford County, Howard County, Baltimore City, and the neighboring communities in the areas of divorce, custody, criminal defense, DUI and DWI, traffic, adoption, and domestic violence and neglect law.