David Keith Felsen

David Keith Felsen

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Violent Crime ... +3 more

600 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 201, Rockville, MD

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 35%

If you have been charged with a traffic/DUI violation, the specifics of whether or not to try to fight versus mitigate the consequences through a plea, depends on a comprehensive knowledge of the law.

35%
Criminal Defense 30%

If you are being investigated or facing criminal charges, it is crucial to seek legal advice without delay. Although you may feel confused and anxious, an aggressive attorney can try to secure a dismissal or reduction of the charges.

30%
Violent Crime 15%

A criminal record may carry grave consequences for your life far into the future. However, a knowledgeable lawyer can investigate the circumstances and craft a strategy to protect your rights at every stage of the process.

15%
Litigation 10%

Civil litigation can be a complex, confusing and time/resource-consuming aspect of law, for business organizations, professionals and individuals. The resolution of these matters can have a far-reaching impact on an organization, and a career.

10%
Juvenile Law 5%

Juvenile offenses have unique issues that must be addressed differently from an adult charge in Maryland. The purpose of the Juvenile Justice System is to place a juvenile “back on the right track."

5%
Sex Crime 5%

It is crucial to enlist an experienced criminal defense attorney when fighting sex crimes charges in Maryland. Imprisonment and other penalties may be imposed for a conviction, and even a sex crimes accusation carries a heavy social stigma.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 34 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Felsen & Sargent, L.L.C.

600 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 201, Rockville, MD, 20852-1150

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David Keith Felsen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Sean | January 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A Top 1% lawyer in the area. Got ALL charged dropped -- Stop looking any further.

Stop looking any further. David is likely among the top 1% of DUI/DWI lawyers in the area. David got ALL of my charges dismissed for both the state and DMV. He has an incredibly masterful use of case nuance, persuasiveness and timing and fluidly uses every tiny detail to his advantage. It makes ma...kes working with him a joy to watch. David got my state case dismissal to happen within matter of a few minutes. He literally made another lawyers jaw drop and state "Did you just get the entire case dismissed?" as if the lawyer didn't register what happened. It reminded me of movie scene. I explicitly found him through a lawyer family member referral. He is known for expertise amongst the local lawyer circle which speaks for itself.

Posted by Andrew | January 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Knowledgeable and Strategic Defense Attorney

I called him my Jonah from the Holy Bible. David Felsen is a well-knowledgeable and strategic defense attorney I will recommend him with a 100% guarantee for a reasonable outcome in a case. I was facing second-degree assault while I was on probation for DUI and was arrested by the probation office. ...Mr. Felsen shows up at Seven Locks in Rockville and represents me on a bond hearing. He let me out and then attended my Probation Violation hearing and asked for a postponement after the assault case. He forth till the end leaving the state protectors with no choice but to ask the Judge for a Nolle Prosequi meaning Dismissed and with a SPEEDY TRIAL REQUESTED. He told me " You are a free man now, move forward with your life". Thanks to his help and motivation, I'm now completing my Master's In Business Administration. After God is David Felsen!!! Thank you for everything Sir from the bottom of my heart

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent MVA Hearing and District Court Result

I hired Mr. Felsen upon the advice of my brother who had hired him years ago. I couldn't be happier that I did. Mr. Felsen found a discrepancy in my police report and launched a tenacious argument convincing my hearing judge to take "no action" against my license. I was free to drive! I now h...ad to prepare for my District Court date which was months away. He gave good advice about what to expect and how to prepare. Despite having a great MVA hearing result, I would take a 6 week class pre-emptively. The time came for my District Court hearing. Mr. Felsen's professional handling of the case resulted in the Prosecutor's decision of Nolle Prosequi! Mr. Felsen gets an unequivocal 5 star rating from me! Thank you for a home-run outcome!

Posted by Chelsea | December 19, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Excellent council.

Mr. Felsen really put my mind at ease. I had a DWI court hearing and he walked me through the whole process. He was very knowledgeable and treated my case as though it was the only one his firm was interested in. He was extremely easy to work with and flexible. Mr. Felsen was also very responsive to ...my emails and calls and would meet with me around my schedule. I would recommend him to anyone that is in need of legal advice and/or help. Thank you SO MUCH!!!!

Posted by Lewis | July 06, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Represented me at MVA revocation hearing

David represented in my revocation hearing with the Maryland MVA. I was convicted of a DUI out of state and Maryland was considering revocation of my license. David was able to obtain a three month work restricted license in lieu of a one year revocation or suspension. I was initially stressed at the... possibility of having to deal with the consequences of a first DUI for several years, and the outcome David obtained for me was a tremendous relief. I will never end up in this situation again. This was my only drunk driving offense and I have little experience with lawyers. However, I can compare David to the out of state lawyer that handled my DUI case. David was far more professional, attentive, and effective then the out of state lawyer who handled my DUI case. My out of state lawyer was unknowledgeable and left me hanging when important when important issues came up. The out of state lawyer appeared to want to just complete my case and move on, while David seemed to sincerely want to help obtain the best possible outcome he could for me. If I ever have to hire a lawyer again, I will not hesitate to call David.

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David Keith Felsen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, David is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"

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Adam Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Roland Ho

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Bromberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Felsen for many years and have seen him in action. He is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Maryland. He has the highest level of integrity and puts his clients first."

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Jeffrey Henry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bennett Wills

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Shumaker

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a criminal defense attorney, it is a pleasure to read Mr. Felsen's contributions on Avvo concerning criminal defense questions. I endorse him without hesitation."

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David Shrager

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edouard Bouquet

Litigation lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Felsen is an outstanding lawyer and person. The highest praise that I can give is that I am not just a colleague, but a client who would not hesitate to go to him again myself or send others!"

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Matthew Logue

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Caeb Colravy

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Dave and observed his legal talent in the courtroom and interacting with his clients for almost ten years. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and is an "outside the box" thinker with a firm grasp of criminal procedure. Dave has great rapport with his clients. I endorse him without reservation."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer."

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Gary Gerstenfield

General practice lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a wonderful attorney with a well deserved reputation of fighting for his clients. I have observed him in court and have personally observed the respect judges confer upon him. Gary Gerstenfield"

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Kush Arora

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Barton Moorstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Top 100 Lawyers in Maryland, The National Trial Layers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Maryland, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

AV- Highest Rating for Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Maryland, The National Trial Laywers

2010

AV Rated - Highest Rating in Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Maryland, The National Trial Laywers

2010

Top Attorneys in Maryland, Baltimore Magazine

2009

AV Rated - Highest Rating in Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Top Attorneys in Maryland, Baltimore Magazine

2008

Top Attorneys in Maryland, Baltimore Magazine

2008

AV Rated - Highest Rating in Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Top Attorneys in Maryland, Baltimore Magazine

2007

AV Rated - Highest Rating in Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Rated - Highest Rating in Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Panel Attorney of the Year, Office of the Public Defender, Montgomery County, Maryland

2005

AV Rated - Highest Rating in Legal Ability and Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

BV Rated - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney, Greenberg Felsen and Sargent, LLC

1992 - 1994

Attorney, Law Offcies of David Felsen

1990 - 1992

Attorney, Van Grack, Axelson, Williamowsky and Jacobs

1989 - 1990

Law Clerk, The Honorable Robert Richter, Superior Court of DC

Associations

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

District of Columbia Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Calvin King v. State of Maryland (2010 WL 2674411)

Reversed and Remanded

Meshel v. Ohev Sholom Talmud Torah,

The lower court was reversed. Plaintiffs won.

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Education

1989

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor - Summa Cum Laude

1986

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Maryland Conseling Centers

Drinking and Driving in Maryland: Changes in the Law and Changes in Politics

Publications

1989

The American University Law Review, Volume 38, Number 2, Comment, Developments in Approaches to Establishment Clause Analysis: Consistency for the Future

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