Philip H Armstrong

Mr. Armstrong has practiced criminal defense since 1978.  Few, if any, lawyers in Montgomery County can claim a better success rate in contested jury trials.  He is regarded as one of the finest cross-examiners in the courts in which he practices.  He has given seminars to his peers on various aspects of successful criminal defense.  He has won cases from murder to drunk driving, and everything in between.  He is regarded as one of the "go to" attorneys when you absolutely need the best, and has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America, Top Attorneys in D.C. Area, Top Attorneys in Maryland, Washingtonian Top Lawyers, Super Lawyers Md, and National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers.  His passion is the defense of his fellow citizens and he champions the principle that no person should be deprived of his liberty until guilt has been proven beyond a reasonable doubt.  Only a vigorous and aggressive defense achieves this goal.  His willingness to try (and win) cases often helps him get the agreements he needs from the government in the cases that cannot be tried.  Equally importantly, he recognizes that many who come to see him are troubled and have issues that need to be addressed, and he pushes them to get the help they need. Not only does this  help solve their legal problems, but also it helps make their lives better on a personal level.