Don Discepolo

Don Discepolo

also known as A. Donald C. Discepolo

4.2
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fulton, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, White Collar Crime

11253 Chase St. No. 2, Fulton, MD

About Don

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

State and Federal defense

27 years

50%
Personal Injury 25%

car accidents, slip and falls

27 years

25%
Medical Malpractice 20%

defective and dangerous products

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 27 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Discepolo Firm

11253 Chase St. No. 2, Fulton, MD, 20759

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Don Discepolo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Financial Incompetence

Despite repeated explanations and attempts to help him understand the financial side of our case, he simply was unable to grasp the importance of staying current financially.

Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helped immensely

Don Discepolo was not only extremely personable upon meeting with me, but also very knowledgeable on what would happen with my case, and how I should proceed. He alleviated any anxiety I had about what might happen and because of his efforts and professionalism I received an outcome in court that was... better than I could've expected.

Posted by john | June 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

traffic case, driving on a suspended license--5 different citations, potential jail time.

I hired Attorney Discepolo to represent me in a criminal case for driving on a suspended license, and suspended registration. I had had trouble with the Comptroller on a business issue, and there was a hold on my vehicle registration and renewal. The hearing was at 9:00 am, and at 9:05, Attorney D...iscepolo had gotten all the charges dropped, in part based on lack of probable cause. He was very efficient and very professional. I would recommend him highly, and he is knowledgeable on many issues.

Posted by Dan | June 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don saved my daughter's life

My 24-year-old daughter got into trouble with drugs and, in turn, with the law. She was facing a very long prison sentence. I found Don Discepolo and he came to the rescue. Long story short: my daughter received NO jail time. Whew! That was close! Don served not only as my daughter's lawyer, bu...t he talked ME off the (figurative) ledge a couple of times. He is very detail-oriented, calm, professional, and level-headed. And, obviously, a great lawyer. Thanks, Don. My daughter and I will always remember you for saving her life.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2012

He is the one

Very dedicated , devoted and clearly make you feel he will do the best to get you the best results. After one meeting his confidence proved to me he was the one I want on my case...

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Don Discepolo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ruy Garcia-Zamor

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse A. Donald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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George Rice

Litigation lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Don is a hard working lawyer with the experience to handle the big case. I know he has had success with CO cases in Baltimore and did an excellent job fighting for his clients and ensuring they received the best possible outcome in that case. I know he will fight for his clients and keep them updated on all aspects of their case."

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Allison Levine

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Purtell

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christina Pickrell

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Link

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Toland

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Doumas

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Hall

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gina DeCrescenzo

Education lawyer

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Ruy Garcia-Zamor

Intellectual property lawyer

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George Rice

Criminal defense lawyer

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Allison Levine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Suzanne Ferrero

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Daniel Purtell

Wrongful death lawyer

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George Doumas

Securities and investment fraud lawyer

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Christina Pickrell

General practice lawyer

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Steven Link

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Andrew Toland

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Hall

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Ambassador Award, UMass Law

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner, Discepolo LLP

1995 - 1995

Law Clerk, Hon. Louis A. Becker, Howard County District Court

Associations

American Association for Justice

Member

Maryland Association for Justice

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Association

Dedicated Member

U.S. District Court, District of Maryland

Admitted to Practice

Sample of Legal Cases

Wynn v TPOB

34.3 Million Dollar verdict

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Education

1997

Southern New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Maryland Association for Justice

Carbon Monoxide the Silent Killer

2010

Litigating the Big Case

Tips on Starting a Practice

2009

Tips On Starting Your Own Firm

Tips On Starting Your Own Firm

Publications

Languages

English

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