Michael A. Taylor

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Michael A. Taylor

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents

51 Monroe Place, Suite 707, Rockville, MD

About Michael

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

40%
Car Accident 20%

20%

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1996

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael A. Taylor

51 Monroe Place, Suite 707, Rockville, MD, 20850-2406

michaeltaylorlaw.com

Michael A. Taylor's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

251 Client Reviews

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Posted by Diane | May 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Attorney – Knowledgeable, Strategic, and Compassionate

I cannot recommend Michael Taylor highly enough. From the start, he demonstrated deep expertise in my case, carefully reviewing the evidence and building a strong defense. His knowledge and confidence were evident—I have no doubt that if we had gone to trial, he would have been a formidable presence ...in the courtroom. Fortunately, thanks to his skill in negotiations, he was able to get the charges against me dropped. He worked closely with the prosecutor, presenting the facts clearly and proving that the allegations were false and retaliatory. What truly set Michael apart was his compassion. As a registered nurse, I faced not only legal consequences but also the potential loss of my nursing license—something he took very seriously. He fought tirelessly to protect my career and reputation. Additionally, he went above and beyond to reassure my mother, who was involved in the case. He treated her with kindness and patience, making sure she felt comfortable and confident when giving her testimony. Michael Taylor is more than just an excellent attorney, he genuinely cares about his clients. If you need someone who is both a fierce advocate and a supportive professional, he is the one to trust. I am incredibly grateful for his help.

Posted by Billy Bob | April 03, 2025 | DUI & DWI

EXCEPTIONAL LAWYER, AND ASSITS QUICKLY EVEN AFTER CLOSED CASE

EXCEPTIONAL LAWYER, AND ASSITS QUICKLY EVEN AFTER CLOSED CASE Michael recently reduced my sentence from a DUI to a DWI and got me unsupervised probation instead of jail time. This alone is impressive, but he also went above and beyond after the court outcome had transpired when he a) very quickly ...(same day) filed and got approval for future travel to Europe from the judge and b) wrote an extremely thoughtful and well written letter to masters programs that I am applying to this cycle explaining my DUI and how I have grown from it. I have every confidence they will overlook my mistake upon reading this letter. Thank you Michael!!!

Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Job on Reducing DUI charges

Michael Taylor is a fantastic lawyer & great to work with! He negotiated a significant reduction in my son's DUI sentence and coached him on things he needed to do before trial to put himself in the best possible situation in front of the judge. It worked! The outcome was much better than other attor...neys told us would likely happen. Mike hand held us through every step of the process both before and after the trial and was incredibly responsive to questions throughout. Aside from being a skilled attorney with both extensive knowledge of the law and experience negotiating with prosecutors, he is a great guy! As a mom, I am also grateful that Mike shared stories of cases he had worked on with us, which really helped my son understand the situation he was in and how much worse things could be if he ever got another drinking & driving offense. The best lawyer!!!

Posted by KC | January 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

EXCELLENT LAWYER AND GREAT PERSON!

My husband and I recently had the need for legal assistance involving a DUI in VA, with us being Maryland residents. From the very first communication, Mike was kind, knowledgeable and an easy person to talk to. We hired him to help with the Maryland side of things and are so glad we did! He held ...our hand through the whole process and was very forthcoming with everything that was required and what to expect. His communication is impeccable! If he didn't take our call right away, we always heard back within the hour. He even assisted with questions we had about the Virginia side as much as he could. He continues to answer our calls and help us to the best of his ability, even though the part that we hired him for is concluded. He truly is a good guy and treats his clients with respect and friendliness. Mike is definitely a guy you want on your team!

Posted by Jide | October 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

EXCEPTIONAL ATTORNEY…HIGHLY RECOMMEND

I recently had the privilege of knowing and hiring Attorney Mike Taylor for a DUI case, and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for his expertise and support. From our very first conversation and meeting, Attorney Mike Taylor demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism and understand...ing of the legal complexities involved. He took his time to explain every aspect of my case clearly, patiently addressing all my questions and concerns. His knowledge of DUI law and local regulations is astonishing, and he was always up-to-date with the latest legal strategies. Throughout the entire process, I felt like a priority. He worked tirelessly to explore all possible avenues for my defense, ultimately achieving a favorable outcome that exceeded my expectations. It was a relief to have someone so dedicated and not been judgmental in my corner. If you’re looking for an attorney who is not only skilled but genuinely cares about his clients, I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Mike Taylor. Thank you for your outstanding representation!

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Brian Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Michael Taylor and his expertise, skill and knowledge as a lawyer. His results speak for themselves. You will be impressed after hiring him and very thankful."

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Carrie Crumbaugh Love

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend and endorse Michael. Not only is he a determined and skilled trial attorney, but he is a kind and compassionate advocate for his clients."

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Reginald Bours

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike has been consistently up to date on the law and dedicated to getting the best results for his his clients. We have any common interests on criminal defense, DUI, and license suspension issues. And, although he is much younger than me, I respect his views and frequently ask his opinions about legal issues and local judges."

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Gregory Flynn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike for quite some time and he is an excellent trial lawyer handling some of the most complex and challenging DUI cases. He is always prepared, knows all the players and truly fights for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer anyone in need of assistance to Mike. He is truly top notch."

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James Hoffman

Litigation lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked opposite and with Mike Taylor. He is knowledgeable, thorough, responsive and efficient. I was so impressed by his actions as counsel that I hired him, personally."

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William Worsham

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Micheal was prompt and professional in assisting our mutual client and creative to find solutions that work. Great Guy to work with."

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Lawrence Regan

Litigation lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Green

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as both a friend and professional. I have known Mike since law school, I practiced with him, and I have trusted him absolutely to represent my clients referred to him. His honesty and integrity in providing caring legal services makes him a valuable and effective advocate for his clients."

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Mark Oakley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a terrific lawyer. I strongly endorse him."

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Robert Lombardo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Roger Scott

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Medling

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Rothman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Hambrick

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Clark

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Carrie Crumbaugh Love

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Gary Bernstein

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Reginald Bours

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Charles Chester

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Annemarie Wall

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Catherine Medling

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roger Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Rothman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Hambrick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Lombardo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Gorman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tammy Riggs

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Eric Shevin

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2015

Committee Chair of the Year, Montgomery County Bar Association

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Michael Taylor

2012 - 2018

Partner, Merkin & Taylor, LLC

2003 - 2012

Partner, Greenburg, Spence & Taylor, LLC

1993 - 2003

Owner, Law Office of Michael Taylor

1993 - 1993

Rule 16 Prosecutor, Montgomery County State's Attorney

1992 - 1992

Law Clerk, Office Of The Public Defender

1989 - 1989

Victim Witness Screener/Coordinator, Montgomery County State's Attorney

Associations

2016 - Present

Montgomery Bar Foundation

Member

2012 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Chairman

2017 - 2017

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Education

1993

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2003

Annual In service Training

DUI/DWI Report Writing

Languages

English

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