Derek James Howell

Derek James Howell

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Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 17 years

Litigation Lawyer at Belcamp, MD
Practice Areas: Litigation

4690 Millennium Drive, Suite 201, Belcamp, MD

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Licensed in Maryland for 17 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2008

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The Howell Firm, LLC

4690 Millennium Drive, Suite 201, Belcamp, MD, 21017

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25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kimberly | November 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Derek Howell is an Outstanding Attorney

I highly recommend Derek Howell to represent you if you are in need of an excellent, kind, compassionate attorney for traffic-related violations. We hired him to handle my son's DWI/DUI case and couldn't have hoped for a better outcome. The charges were quite serious but my son followed all of Mr. Ho...well's advice and not only ended up with a great outcome in court, but also learned important lessons in the process that helped him realize the seriousness of his mistake and the importance of not driving while under the influence. Mr. Howell has a calm demeanor which helped my son and I maintain peace of mind during a time of great anxiety as we awaited the hearing. He is so easy to speak with, has years of experience, and truly cares about his clients. If you want an attorney who knows the law and how to best represent you with a kind, comforting presence, do not hesitate to hire Derek Howell.

Posted by Wesley | November 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best Possible DUI Outcome

​I hired Derek for my DUI case and just received the best possible outcome in court today, which is a testament to his expertise and guidance. ​Derek was instrumental in preparing my case thoroughly. He was incredibly helpful in guiding me through necessary steps like taking DUI classes, gathering... strong character letters, and attending AA meetings. He patiently answered all of my questions and explained every part of the process very clearly. ​Beyond his legal skill, Derek is truly personable and easy to talk to, making a stressful experience feel much less daunting. He is deeply knowledgeable about the court systems and his extensive experience shone through in the favorable result we achieved. ​If you are facing a DUI and considering legal representation, I highly, highly recommend Derek. He is a true professional who goes above and beyond for his clients.

Posted by Eric | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Derek Howell Best in Md, and Harford County

Derek is a down to earth man that understands bad things can happen to good people, and mistakes happen. He helped me with a DUI case and was very helpful, always available and helped give me comfort and relieved some of my stress throughout the process. He was able to get me a sentence much better... than it could have been. Even though I made the mistake, he believed in me and represented me well. Highly recommend Derek, and he is a former State Trooper who knows a lot on the other side.

Posted by Todd | February 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Lawyer who knows what he is doing

I have used Derrick on multiple cases My 4 th dwi - facing years - he was able to find a technicality and got the max sentencing reduced to 60 days of which I had done 28 days in a rehab so then sentenced to 32 days of which I did 15 ( this was after he maneuvered me out of district court and got m...e to the circuit , in front of the right judge , I don't now how he was able to do what he did but I was extremely grateful !!! ( oh by the way it was also my 8 th driving suspended / revoked as well - the last time I used Derrick in 2023 was my 9 th time driving suspended/ revoked ( I put the officer on a police chase - had 2500.00 in various tickets / he got all the tickets thrown out and a a five day sentence - which I served 2 days and was extremely happy to do ( re: my driving record

Posted by Sara | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Compassionate and Skilled

Mr. Howell was an exceptional attorney who guided me through a challenging DUI process. His expertise in law was invaluable, and he patiently explained complex legal terms, making me feel informed and empowered. What truly set Mr. Howell apart was his unwavering support. He was always available to an...swer my questions and provided much-needed emotional support during difficult times. He spoke to me as a real person, not just a case file, and his reassurance was incredibly comforting. Thanks to his diligence and expertise, I achieved a very favorable outcome. I highly recommend Mr. Howell to anyone seeking a compassionate and skilled attorney.

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Work Experience

1995 - 2006

State Trooper, Maryland State Police

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University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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Harvard University

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Johns Hopkins University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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Johns Hopkins University

MS - Master of Science

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