James Ernest Crawford Jr.

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James Ernest Crawford Jr.

also known as Jim Crawford

4.6
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Linthicum, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime ... +3 more

999 Corporate Blvd., Suite 100, Linthicum, MD

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About James

Biography

JAMES E. CRAWFORD JR. & ASSOCIATES, LLC

A "Serious Criminal Trial Lawyer" Ready to Fight for Your Rights

Maryland's Premier Family Law Attorneys

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

JC Law stands as your legal champion to protect you & your family during: + Domestic Assault & Violent Crime, including Murder & Aggravated Assault + Theft, Robbery & Fraud + Juvenile Offenses + Drugs & Weapons + Warrants, Bail, & Expungement

34 years | 5,000 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

Don't let a single mistake wreck your life. JC Law helps clients preserve their right to drive when facing charges like: + DUI & DWIs + Traffic Tickets & Misdemeanors + Motor Vehicle Theft + Reckless Endangerment + Vehicular Manslaughter

34 years

20%
Federal Crime 15%

JC Law helps clients fight the feds with our Maryland defense team for federal charges like: + Bribery + Fraud, including Tax & Healthcare + Cyber Crimes, including Child Pornography + Gambling + Conspiracy + Embezzlement + Identity Theft + Perjury

15%
Sex Crime 15%

JC Law defends the lives & livelihoods of our clients facing sex crime charges, such as: + Child Pornography + Rape allegations + Sex Offenses + Sex Investigations + Prostitution & Solicitation + Voyeurism & Indecent Exposure + The MD Sex Registry

34 years

15%
Divorce and Separation 10%

JC Law helps clients move on to the next chapter in their lives through: + Men's Divorce Services + Prenups & Postnups + Mediation & Settlements + Child Legal Services + Alimony Negotiations + MD Property Distribution + Post-Divorce Modifications

10%
Family 10%

At JC Law, we help Maryland families fight for their futures through: + Divorce & Mediation + Alimony & Property Distribution + Custody, Visitation, & Support + Military Family Law + Protective & Peace Orders + Contempt of Court + MSAs & Settlements

34 years | 5,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017 2015
Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates

999 Corporate Blvd., Suite 100, Linthicum, MD, 21090

jamescrawfordlaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find James online.

James Ernest Crawford Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

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Posted by Bernie | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great attorney knows what he's doing

What a professional., caring, and easy to speak to man. I was facing some serious charges. Every single day for three months that was all I had on my mind and its especially hard when you feel as though you didn't commit a crime. Then one day three months later Mr. Crawford gave me a call the night... before court and told me he already had it all worked out just be at the courthouse so I could sign a couple papers and then be on my way. I was in a state of shock my wife and I pulled over on the side of the road when I answered the call and when he told me this I just sat there for minute and thought it's really over .Sometimes when it seems that lawyers aren't doing much they're working harder than what we realize and it's a trying time in our life but we need to be patient and him and his staff did an awesome job from the day my wife and I visited and hired him. Thank You Mr. Crawford and your staff for everything

Posted by mark | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

If I ever need another attorney- he would be the first one that I would call.

Mr Crawford represented me a few months ago. I had managed to get myself in some pretty serious trouble and he seemed like the best choice for the type of charges that I had. The disposition of the case was really much better than I, or my family, could have reasonably expected. I did everything that... he asked me to do and I let him do his job. I am extremely grateful for the service that he provided.

Posted by rick c | January 30, 2015 | DUI & DWI

saved my ass

>> About  nine months ago I hired Mr. James Crawford to represent me for a very serious court case. I was charged with DUI 3rd., subsequent offender, and several other serious traffic citations. I was scared ,and worried sick. I searched lawyer websites for days. Something about Mr Crawford's picture..., looked like a wise, professional man.,that I could talk to in a down to earth kind of way. I was facing some serious prison time. Well, when I met Jim ,I was shaking like a leaf.,but his calming voice and vast knowledge of DUI law gave me some hope and peace. ( I later learned this man has handled  thousand's of DUI cases ) he said it was serious and with my record he would need ammunition to fight with. Thank god he suggested rehab for alcoholism ,and A A .,it helped me in court,most importantly ,alcohol Is out of my life forever.thanks to Mr Crawford's experience and advice ,i walked out of the courtroom with 8 days. Jail time.,  instead of eighteen months. I feel that this lawyer takes a personal interest in his clients and definitely is a superlawyer >> Five stars all the way >> Thanks to James Crawford's law firm  thank  you so much Dawn for all of your advice and help from all the staff    rick c.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2014 | Child Custody

Review for Attorney Zack Groves

Zack Groves was our attorney for a complicated custody case where we as grandparents were seeking custody of our granddaughter. Zack did an excellent job of handling our case and was highly professional (and a pleasure to work with). Although it is difficult for grandparents to win custody if even ...one of the biological parents puts up a challenge, we ultimately won full legal and physical custody thanks to Zack's help. We highly recommend Zack as an attorney for any family law case.

Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellant Lawyer

I wrote this on another site saying that Crawford is an excellent lawyer. He took care of my nephew a while back. He and his other lawyers worked on the case and fixed it for him. I would definitely use him again! You can call his office anytime and someone is always there.

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James Ernest Crawford Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Walter Sutton

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Jim is a consummate professional. Someone who knows the law and how to use it for his clients. He will create the issues to benefit you. His love of the law and this profession is unmatched."

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Jason Fox

Sex crime lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Crawford is an excellent advocate for his clients. He has several years of litigation experience. I would trust his advice and representation on any legal issue I need help with."

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Suad Bektic

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Mr. Crawford. He is extremely knowledgeable and very dynamic in the courtroom. He truly cares and is always willing to go the extra mile for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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David Gormley

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Preeminent Lawyer Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Awarded Alumni of the year MSJ 2016 honor date 2016, Mount Saint Joseph

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Preeminent Lawyer Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Preeminent Lawyer Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Lawyers in Maryland, Legal Network

2012

Preeminent Lawyer Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Preeminent Lawyer Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Preeminent Lawyer Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates

Associations

2016 - Present

Mount Saint Joseph

Mount Saint Joseph Board of Directors organization

2015 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2015 - Present

Criminal Defense Lawyers Group

Member

2015 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2015 - Present

Americas DUI DWI Attorneys

Member

2014 - Present

Forensic Science Litigation Attorney Network

Member

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Maryland vs. Ryland

All charges dismissed except 21-902 (a) -2 weekends, supervised probation

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Education

1992

University of Baltimore School of Law

Juris Doctor

1987

University of Baltimore

MA - Masters

1985

Frostburg State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1980

Mount Saint Joseph High school

H.S.

Speaking Engagements

2016

Alumni of the Year Award

Current Political and Social Issues

Publications

2017

Legal Publications "There is only an Opportunity for Justice"

2012

West Publishing Identity Fraud

2011

James E Crawford Jr. Criminal Blog Sex Offense Charge Dropped against a Baltimore Man

Languages

English

Activity

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