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Thomas Maronick Jr., Esq. is founder and senior partner at Maronick Law LLC
The firm handles criminal defense, including DUIs, bankruptcies, family law, collection, wills, and business law, and litigation, as well as personal injury and accident cases.
Mr. Maronick is the former deputy clerk to a Circuit Court chief judge.
He is licensed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland as well as the State of Maryland, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.
He has served as legal analyst for local radio and TV stations during the trials of public interest. Appearances locally include WBAL, FOX, WMDT, and WMAR, serving as a regular panelist on "The Marc Steiner Show," on WEAA, being quoted by The Baltimore Sun and Daily Times. Internationally and nationally, Mr. Maronick has served as a regular legal analyst to Canadian cable news, CCTV News, including on their prime-time broadcasts.
Offices are in Baltimore City, Ocean City and Annapolis. Satellite offices are in Bel Air and Silver Spring. But the firm takes cases all over the State.
Mr. Maronick is also a well-regarded jazz singer and songwriter and host of a weekend radio program on legal and current events issues on WCBM.
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7418 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD, 21061
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102 Client Reviews
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Posted by A | October 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Exceptional Legal Representation – Highly Recommended!
I recently had the pleasure of working with Thomas Maronick, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. He helped reduce my points and fines significantly, far beyond what I expected. From the start, he was approachable, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. What impressed me most was h...
Posted by Alan | February 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
GO SOMEWHERE ELSE FOR A LAWYER!!!!!
If you leave a bad review for this guy he will claim you were never a client. All you have to do is look at his one star reviews on google. This lawyer is bad business and will take your money without properly representing you in the court room. He’s very rude and will rush you off the phone without ...
If this person is the client this experience actually resembles, a judge in a tough county ruled against him, despite our work seeking a PBJ. This bad review was posted to Thomas Maronick’s personal Avvo page even though he did not represent this person. It should be removed for that reason. The client then demanded a refund because he was dissatisfied with the judge’s ruling. We said no and advised he can appeal within 30 days if dissatisfied with the judge’s decision. Rather than simply appeal, he’s chosen to seek a refund and write a garbage review blaming us for working hard to try to get a different result. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee a result and a tough judge sometimes doesn’t go our way. The lawyer wasn’t rude. He just didn’t like the message.
Posted by Mary | March 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Reconsider Hiring Thomas Maronick
I hired Thomas Maronick to defend me against a DUI citation that I received back in July 2018. Throughout my time working with Tom he appeared to be preoccupied with other cases and was often very short with me when I asked him questions. He was unprepared for my first trial and did not attend the ne...
Hi Mary - thanks for giving us your feedback. Unfortunately we do not see a last name in your review so can not determine if you are in fact a client. That being said, if you are the person whose case closely mirrors the time frame you describe, we see that this particular case ended with a very favorable outcome that was a probation before judgment on the incarcerable charge; this is not a conviction on your record and cannot be appealed because it is not a conviction. As a results-oriented firm, we stand firmly by the favorable outcome in this case and thus are extremely surprised to see a one-star review in a case with that kind of an outcome. As such, we would like the chance to discuss your concerns if this is your case. Alternatively, if this is not your case, unfortunately we cannot determine if you are in fact a client and cannot address any specific concerns unless we are able to determine that issue. Our office is available at (410) 244-5068 if you would like to speak with us.
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
UNPROFESSIONAL, LAZY, MISLEADING
I had over 5 attorneys reassigned to my case in 8 months. This law firm was the most stressful part of my experience. There was no doubt that I was innocent, All I needed was an attorney to execute properly. The level of anxiety to get a new lawyer a few days before court, that knows nothing about yo...
There is a reason Avvo has become virtually obselete as far as a marketing source for lawyers or to have any sense of reliability for clients as far as an experience with a law firm. Part of it is allowing reviews like this to see the light of day. It's really a sad commentary on Avvo more than anything else. This review is from an anonymouse person, trashes a lawyer with the law firm, who isn't even the lawyer for whom the review was posted. We don't comment on anonymous reviews and have no idea who this is. This garbage review doesn't reflect the experience the vast majority of our clients have time and again, experience after experience. Kirk Seaman -- the lawyer actually referenced in this review posted to Thomas Maronick Jr's Avvo profile -- has 30+ years experience and doesn't run from trials. If he left a case it is because he felt there was a conflict with a client, and in this case the anonymous reviewer mentions getting the full fee back. Rather than respond to this ridiculous anonymous review posted to the wrong lawyer's Avvo page even if this was a real person, we choose to simply question how Avvo can claim to be a reputable source for client reviews, but allow this type of conduct. We stopped advertising with Avvo for reasons just like this. Avvo has truly become a thing of the past and completely obselete in 2022.
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
WORST LAWYER EVER
Very unprofessional!! I hired Tom several months back. He kept giving me the run around. Communication was very limited. Joe schano and Stephanie All gave me the run around. Asked for itemized receipt numerous amount of times. Charged $500 for a jail visit that I told him not to go to. Fired him seve...
This is an unfortunate, anonymous review. This resembles an actual case we did have in which our client was charged with incredibly serious crimes and we litigated a bail review, a preliminary hearing for him, made multiple jail visits as part of our representation with our client, filed multiple bond reviews and other motions on his behalf and represented him in both District and Circuit Court. If this is the client this most resembles, the family demanded information we couldn’t provide without client consent, wanted motions filed before they could be, and sought almost-daily communication with us, though unfortunately we could not immediately respond to every single communication, we did respond, especially Mr. Maronick, regularly. Joe Schanno was slow to do one jail visit due to his trial schedule in one instance and we cancelled that jail visit by Joe and did not bill the client for that particular visit. We apologized that he was slow to do that visit. They were provided the invoice sought and all time billed was accounted for and if there had been part of the fee to return they would have received such. Any client is free to hire any lawyer of their choosing. One of the reasons we win awards is we have a long track record of winning incredibly serious cases. But we don’t BS clients and tell them what they want to hear. If someone writes a one-star review it’s usually because they were unreasonable or had wildly unrealistic expectations. Unfortunately the expectations in this case did not align with the facts. It happens and it is why some lawyers, especially some District Court criminal and DUI lawyers somehow have zero one-star reviews. We have some because we take on incredibly difficult Circuit cases as a part of our practice area that other lawyers are scared to even touch.
"Tom is a passionate and skilled advocate in DUI/DWI , criminal defense and personal injury. Few lawyers have the personal knowledge he has of the tendencies of countless police, prosecutors and judges and how they think, react and their strengths and weaknesses related to the law. This knowledge covers countless counties throughout the state as Tom is called to assist clients in all parts of the state."
"Tom travels Maryland to make sure his clients are not being taken advantage of. He's an excellent attorney and advocate."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I'm proud to endorse Thomas J. Maronick, Jr. as a lawyer who is serious about DUI defense. As a member of The National College for DUI Defense, Thomas is committed to DUI defense, and will work hard to help you through this stressful situation. If you've been charged with a Baltimore DUI, call Thomas and ask for help."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have always thought highly of Tom based on my observations of his court room skills. I have recently had the pleasure of working with him on a complex matter. My initial impressions were correct. Tom is thoughtful, prepared and professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. I prosecuted a serious felony against one of his client's several years ago, and found Tom to be an extremely competent adversary."
"Thomas Maronick is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom knows his business. He is the lawyer you need when you are in a struggle."
"I endorse Thomas Maronick and recommend him to any clients in the greater Baltimore area seeking legal assistance. He is knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive. He also has a stellar reputation amongst his peers and colleagues."
"Tom is an excellent attorney who has a stellar reputation both among his collogues and within the greater legal community. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable within his practice area, but is also a fantastic litigator. I would highly recommend Tom."
"I have known Tom for several years and watched him in court. His colleagues and the bench hold him in high regard. He is always thorough, thoughtful, and prepared. I would not hesitate to hire him."
"I have observed Tom in court and seen firsthand how he fights for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Tom is a well rounded, well prepared, thorough, and tough attorney who handles criminal cases, DUI/DWI's, Bankruptcy, Family Law and Accident/Peronsal Injury cases. He is well respected in the various jurisdictions where he practices (Baltimore City, Harford, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, and Worcester County)."
"Tom is a high caliber attorney with an impressive record of representing his clients in personal injury cases. He's familiar with most jurisdictions in Maryland and is widely respected by his legal peers. I would highly recommend his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been a licensed Connecticut attorney handling consumer credit cases for 12 years. Attorney Maronick zealously represents consumer rights in State and Federal Courts. If i needed an attorney to represent my interest in Bankruptcy he would be my Number "1" choice! Michael W. Kennedy"
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2024
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2023
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2022
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2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Ten Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of DUI Attorneys
2014
VIP LIST Very Important Professionals under 40, The Daily Record
2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Accredited Business, A Rating, Better Business Bureau
2013
Annapolis' 40 Finest, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Maryland
2013
Lead Counsel Rating, LeadCounsel.org
2012
Best of Baltimore Criminal Defense Attorneys, US Commerce Association
2011
Best of Baltimore Criminal Defense Attorneys, US Commerce Association
2008 - Present
Managing Partner, The Law Office of Thomas J. Maronick, Jr., LLC
2008 - 2008
Clerk (Deputy Clerk), Circuit Court for Baltimore City
2015 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2014 - Present
Bar Association of Baltimore CityCriminal Law Committee
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - Present
Baltimore County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
District of Columbia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2010 - Present
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Bar Association of Baltimore CityBoard Member - Bench/Bar Committee
2013 - 2014
Bar Association of Baltimore City, Young Lawyers' DivisionExecutive Committee
2010 - 2012
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
Not Guilty on All Matters
All charges dropped
All charges stetted
Achieved a $240,000.00 recovery in a settlement for owner of North Avenue NY Fried Chicken
Not guilty at trial
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Criminal Justice Reinvestment Act of 2016
2012
2012
2011
Tort Claims for the Retired
2013
2012
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Legal Answers
I wanted to know if I have an arrest warrant?
26 Feb 2019
Can a 13 year old dui be removed from your dmv record? A recent job said it didn't show up on their check. Is that possible?
23 Apr 2016
How much will it roughly cost to have an attorney get my record expunged? And can the second DWI be expunged?
25 Apr 2016