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 6 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Dan | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney

Working with Michael was an outstanding experience. From our first meeting, he was professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in my case. He explained every step clearly, kept me informed, and fought hard to achieve the best possible outcome. His knowledge of the law and attention to detail gav...e me total confidence throughout the process. I highly recommend Michael to anyone seeking a skilled, trustworthy, and compassionate attorney. I am grateful for his support and dedication.

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 Jordan | July 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer!

Michael handled my case with care and professionalism. As I have never had to deal with the law before, he took the time to explain everything to me and the series of events to follow each action taken. The result of hiring him ended in the best outcome. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking... defense counsel.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Wonderful experience

I had went to Mr. O'Neils office due to a traffic violation. I met with Michael Ott and took him on as my lawyer. He has kept me up to date with everything in a timely manner, has been extremely understanding and sincere. I'm hoping to not ever have to use him again, but I will refer him to everyone ...I know.

Posted by Richard | February 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Solid hard working Attorney - highly recommend

I dealt mostly with Mr. Ott. He was very knowledgeable on the law and how the law applied to the facts in my case. Mr. Ott also had an understanding of what the judge and state’s attorney considered mitigation factors and how to proceed to keep me in compliance with my probation. Mr. Ott is a solid,... knowledgeable attorney that works very hard for his clients.

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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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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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