Michael M Garagozlo

Michael M Garagozlo

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Medical Malpractice

50 W. Montgomery Avenue, Suite 320, Rockville, MD

About Michael

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 35 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1992

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 34 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1991

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

G&G Legal

50 W. Montgomery Avenue, Suite 320, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Michael M Garagozlo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

184 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 44 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Amy | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellence

I was grateful to have Mr. Garagozlo defend me and could not have asked for a better lawyer! I admire his professionalism and expertise and also his ability to maintain such focus when I was in such distress. I would definitely recommend him as a lawyer in a heartbeat. At such a dire time in my li...fe after getting a DUI, I am so glad he was my attorney! Amy K. - Silver Spring, MD

Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Excellent!

Mr. garagozlo provided excellent representation for my DUI case. He calmly and expertly walked me through all the steps of the process, from beginning to end. He was very clear about the charges against me and possible outcomes. His rates were extremely fair. He knows the system and its workings very... well. I couldn't have wished for a better outcome! In addition, Mr. Garagozlo' calm, warm, unflappable manner was very comforting to me during this, unpleasant, anxiety ridden situation.

Posted by Rick | April 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Best representation you could ask for.

My experience with Michael Garagozlo could not have been better. He listened to my concerns, was clear on where I stood, provided realistic expectations, and communicated with me throughout. His rates were very fair and reasonable. I was facing serious charges with serious consequences. He is very fa...miliar with the court and guided me through the process; putting me at easy and resulting the best possible outcome. Thank you Mike! If you need legal assistance, this is the attorney you've been looking for.

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2014 | Drug Crime

Another Best Possible Outcome

I've worked with Michael Garagozlo a few times and he's always gone above and beyond my expectations! This time he defended me in a possession of CDS and possession of paraphernalia case. The final outcome was I only plead guilty to the paraphernalia charge and the other charge was put on stet. No... probation or anything aside from court costs. He also got a PBJ on the charge so I can eventually have it expunged. Mr. Garagozlo is w/o a doubt the best lawyer I've worked with and he's not as pricey as most.

Posted by Timothy | September 05, 2014 | DUI & DWI

First Time DUI/DWI

In my opinion, Mr. Garagozlo is a fine DUI/DWI attorney and I would recommend him to anyone. I found him to be an excellent listener with a wealth of experience defending clients arrested for alcohol related offenses. This was my first (and hopefully last) DUI/DWI, and I didn’t know what to expect. M...r. Garagozlo’s knowledge and professionalism helped ease my mind. He explained the Maryland DUI/DWI Laws and the legal consequences of being found guilty, and then proceeded to prepare me for what was ahead. Ultimately, his representation was the difference maker at both the MVA Hearing and District Court Trial. Thanks to Mr. Garagozlo, I found an excellent Alcohol Education Program, I never lost my driving privileges and I won’t have a DUI/DWI conviction on my record.

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Michael M Garagozlo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paolo Gnocchi

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a smart and committed advocate for his clients. We have had clients in common and I know he has gotten great results in tough cases."

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Steven Gittleson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked/observed Mike on many occasions. He is competent, caring, and I would not hesitate to trust him with my own legal matters."

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Joseph Carey

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mike Garagozlo for years and have observed him represent numerous clients in court. I have always found him to be very knowledgeable about the law and prepared for each case. Mike is an excellent lawyer"

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Christopher Japp

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney with over twenty years of experience. Very knowledgeable about personal injuries and criminal cases at both state and federal level."

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Horace Sawyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Top notch! Hard working, savvy, professional. One of the best in the business."

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Sharon Diamant

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paolo Gnocchi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Carey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Japp

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Sharon Diamant

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

2006 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

1990 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Education

1989

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

"Every Five Minutes"

Maryland Drunk Driving laws

Languages

English

Activity

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