Luke Elliot Woods

Luke Elliot Woods

also known as Luke Woods

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Upper Marlboro, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile

14513 Main Street, Suite B, Upper Marlboro, MD

About Luke

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Extensive trial experience in District, Circuit, and Juvenile, including preliminary hearings, competency and criminal responsibility hearings, motions hearings, court trials, jury trials and specialty courts.

28 years | 2,400 cases

45%
DUI and DWI 40%

DUI/DWI and related traffic offenses, significant trial experience in multiple jurisdictions, including Anne Arundel, Baltimore Count/City, Howard, Calvert, St. Mary’s, Charles, and Frederick. Significant OAH/MVA license hearing experience.

28 years | 1,800 cases

40%
Juvenile Law 15%

Experience juvenile defense lawyer with experience before magistrates and judges in juvenile justice system, from intake to adjudicatory hearings and disposition, including waiver/transfer hearings for major felonies.

28 years | 2,000 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 28 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

FrizWoods, LLC

14513 Main Street, Suite B, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

FrizWoods, LLC

6304 Woodside Court, Suite 110, Columbia, MD, 21046

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Luke Elliot Woods's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Stefanie | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best lawyer for your money out there right now by far for criminal cases

Unfortunately I’ve had quite a few lawyers during my lifetime but now I only use Luke Woods for my criminal cases, needs, legal advice and help. I got so lucky and I just happened to have Mr. Woods assigned as my Public Defender ( which is such a rare case!) I thought he did so great that my next run... in with the law I actually PAID Mr. Woods to be my attorney ( he had moved to Ross Albers firm). Once again he did a amazing job and got me the best case senerio by far! He’s been there to talk to my personal injury lawyer and worked with his team because during this time I was shot and he helped in every way he could. I can call him for advice and he will be honest and genuinely try to help me. He’s deff my go to lawyer now and I’ve used the majority of the top lawyers in the Southern M.D, and Balmitore surrounding area. I really wanted to thank you Luke for everything during the past few years and our 3 cases together because I definitely wouldn’t be where I am today without you! Thanks Mr. Woods

Posted by Nikki | November 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended!!!

Luke was a ray of hope for us! Very professional and knowledgeable. So thankful he was able to represent our family.

Posted by Dianne | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Firm

Like Woods and his team are excellent. I had two cases that were drawn out due to COVID delays and they kept in touch with me over with last two years regarding my case. They worked hard to get the outcome I was seeking and I did in fact get that outcome. I cannot recommend them enough!

Posted by Malika | September 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding and Wonderful!

If I could I would give 10 stars! I choose Luke Woods and He has lifted so much weight off my shoulders and my family shoulders. Mr. Luke always responded immediately, very polite and caring. My son will be released in a very short amount of time thanks to Luke hard work and non stop effort fighting ...a Robbery and Gun until case was Won. I would love to keep like as a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney

Luke was so helpful from start to finish. He was very knowledgeable of what to do for my case, was always readily available to discuss anything, and I felt confident he would get the outcome I wanted/needed. Would highly recommend his services!

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Luke Elliot Woods's Lawyer Endorsements

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Max Frizalone

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Mr. Woods on a wide array of criminal cases as both a Public Defender and in the capacity as a private attorney. Mr. Woods is a stellar attorney with a well defined skillset of both legal research and trial practice. Mr. Woods is zealous in the Court room, and a strong advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend Mr. Woods and I couldn't think of a better lawyer to work a case with!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Attorney of the Year, Office of the Public Defender - Southern Maryland (District 4)

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Senior Criminal Defense Attorney, Albers & Associates, LLC

2006 - 2020

Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender Maryland

1997 - 2005

Law Clerk, CACI

1996 - 1997

Judicial Law Clerk, Circuit Court For Prince George's County, Maryland

1991 - 2001

JAG, United States Army Reserves

Education

1996

Northwestern School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Reed College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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