Michael Thomas Ott

Michael Thomas Ott

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 8 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Glen Burnie, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family, Personal Injury

7425 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd Ste 200, Glen Burnie, MD

About Michael

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 8 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Murnane & O'Neill

7425 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd Ste 200, Glen Burnie, MD, 21061-3502

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Michael Thomas Ott's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

81 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Ebenezer | December 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional

Assisted with every step of my DUI trial. Mike was prepared, confident, and provided all necessary instructions to me, the defendant, before the trial took place. Win or lose, my opinion/review of the counsel provided by Mike, would be overwhelmingly positive. I don’t plan on getting in legal trou...ble again anytime soon, but will not forget the firm that assisted me (Murnane/O’neill) and Michael Ott. I would highly recommend seeking their counsel. -Ebenezer

Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great lawyer

Michael Ott helped me out with my MVA cases and dwi offense. He proved that the officer tried to illegally take my blood for testing even after the doctor refused to do so. He also argued my defense to the medical advisory board successfully. My dwi/dui charge was lowered to reckless driving with a s...mall fine and minimal points. I am very happy with his professionalism and the outcome of this case. I’m glad I was referred to him!

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

I highly recommend Michael Ott

I was facing second offense DUI charges after having committed a first offense just a year prior. Given the specifics of the case, jail time was a serious possibility for me. Luckily, I hired Michael Ott, who works with the Law Offices of Murnane and O'Neill. Mr. Ott told me precisely what I need...ed to do--and avoid doing--in order to achieve the best possible outcome in court. Due to Mr. Ott's legal skill and diligence, I avoided jail time and ended up back on probation, which is pretty amazing considering how badly things could have gone in court for me. Thanks to him, I was able to focus on getting my life back on track instead of sitting in jail and losing my job and home. If you find yourself in a DUI/DWI related jam, then I would advise that you go to Michael Ott. When it comes to expertise in this area of law, he is the best attorney you could possibly hire, and his professional demeanor and attentiveness, along with his reasonable fees, render him more than a cut above the rest. Save yourself some trouble, and give Michael Ott a call.

Posted by Bryan | September 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Not Guilty!!!

Mike handled my case very well. He showed up early and explained my options and outcomes. I thought for sure from the looks of the body cam footage I was toast with charges of a DUI from an unnamed substance. I ended up choosing trial right there in the courtroom and let Mike fight my case against th...e state and state's witnesses. Mike absolutely destroyed the state's attorney and I got not guilty on all charges. Michael Ott and Peter O'Neill are the best lawyers in my experience with the legislature in Maryland. You get what you pay for and if I have to put that kind of money up it won't be with anyone else. Thank you guys so so much for being diligent in your profession instead of treating me like another number.

Posted by Samuel | April 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Mr Samuel Funkhouser

I would definitely recommend Mr. Ott he represented me in a DWI case and successfully argued my case to get a decision in my favor.

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Michael Thomas Ott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Taylor Hartman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When I was a prosecutor, we knew Mike as a strong defense attorney. It was always a pleasure to work with Mike and his professionalism definitely got him good plea offers, but it was also his thoroughness and attention to detail that made him a strong litigator. I highly recommend Mike Ott."

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Michael Berman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When I was an ASA, if I saw Mr. Ott was on the other side, I gave my file another once over. Now, as a fellow criminal defense lawyer, I routinely reach out to Mike to discuss cutting edge legal issues and tactics. Mr. Ott is an extremely hardworking advocate for his clients (who were always extremely well mitigated thanks to Mike). He is diligent and highly competent. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Troy Nussbaum

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Ott is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney. We worked together on a matter and he diligently and competently assisted our mutual client. I was impressed with his response time, knowledge, and client centered approach. Individuals seeking criminal defense help should absolutely consider him."

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Taylor Hartman

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Michael Berman

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2026

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2025

Rising Stars, What's Up Annapolis?

2023

Leading Attorney, What's Up Annapolis?

2022

Leading Attorney, What's Up Annapolis?

N/A

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Associate Attorney, Murnane & O'neill

Associations

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Member

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

Education

2016

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Saint Mary's College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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