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Brian G. Thompson, former Baltimore County Assistant State’s Attorney, manages the firm's state court criminal practice, which is one of the most qualified and accomplished in Maryland. Mr. Thompson is a perennial Maryland Super Lawyer in the area of criminal defense and appears in criminal court on a daily basis. Mr. Thompson devotes his time to litigating criminal cases and related civil and administrative . Thompson is also a United States Army veteran and handles many cases on behalf of other veterans of the Armed Forces.
Charged with a criminal offense? If so, you NEED an aggressive, experienced criminal attorney.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
30 years | 5,000 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
30 years | 3,000 cases
White Collar Crime
20%
30 years | 1,000 cases
Administrative Law
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
2018 2017 2016
Licenses
Licensed in Maryland for 29 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Silverman | Thompson | Slutkin | White LLC
201 North Charles Street, Suite 2600, Baltimore, MD, 21201
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1 W Pennsylvania Ave, #905, Towson, MD, 21204
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1629 K St NW, #300, Washington, DC, 20006
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Travis | May 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I highly recommend Brian Thompson
I hired Brian Thompson and his firm Silverman Thompson to represent myself in a case in the city of Baltimore. Mr. Thompson is an expert at what he does and very professional, on top of that he feels like family when you are talking to him and that is a very reassuring feeling when you are going thro...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer Ever
Mr. Thompson met with my father and I immediately after we contacted him for help. We could not believe how fast Mr. Thompson was able to get us in the office and start the process of helping my case. He immediately gave helpful legal but more importantly assured me that everything would be ok. Mr. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding All Around
Brian was unbelievably helpful from the onset of my case. He not only walked me through the process to come, but he also played a huge part in helping me personally calm down and straighten my mind to prepare for my case. He was available almost whenever I needed him and was very willing to explain e...
Posted by Jonathan | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Beat Attorney in Baltimore!
Brian is an amazing attorney, he is passionate about his clients and winning his cases. He stays on top of everything always answers his phone or calls back immediately. We had a good outcome of a Very Serious case.
Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Brian gets it done
I had some major traffic violations and felt that it would be best to have representation. I called Brian who talked me off the ledge and said that he would take care of everything. He met me at the courthouse and after a few minutes negotiation with the lawyer for the state, a settlement was reached...
Brian Garrett Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is widely acknowledged as one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the Baltimore area. His work ethic, intelligence and experience combine to make him a formidable lawyer."
"Mr. Thompson has proven himself in Court, time and time again, to be one of the best Attorneys in Maryland. He is the lawyer that other lawyers hire when they get in trouble."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Brian for many years. He is a top flight attorney who is a skilled advocate and a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"A strong advocate for his clients with an excellent trial knowledge and experience to boot. I have worked on cases alongside Brian and would recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known of Brian for some years and have had the pleasure of knowing him personally for the last two years. I listened to Brian in a sentencing mitigation, about a year ago. Simply said it was one of the most compelling, human moments I have witnessed in a court room; Brian defended his client and showed reverence and compassion for the victim and the victim's family, while explaining that the law was not written for the crime committed. In so doing Brian swayed the Judge and saved his client a lot of jail time. I was so compelled I called Brian to tell him how amazing his effort was."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent and accomplished criminal defense attorney. He aggressively advocates for his clients and gets great results. He is always professional and is highly respected throughout the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian Thompson aggressively represents his clients, gets great results, and is a natural in the courtroom. Brian Thompson is also generous when it comes to sharing his knowledge and expertise and has always been willing to take the time to teach younger associates."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brian Thompson is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He is very knowledgeable and very experienced. He is a highly skilled advocate for his clients. He will take on their cause and get the best possible result."
"Brian Thompson is an exceptional criminal defense lawyer in Maryland. I have had cases with Brian when I was an Assistant State's Attorney and seen him in Court as a private attorney and I believe that he does top notch work for his clients. His track record speaks for itself and I know he fights for each of his clients in resolving their criminal charges. He is well respected in the legal community in Maryland and is known by the Judges and State's Attorneys, which is extremely helpful when trying to resolve a criminal case. I would strongly endorse this lawyer when facing criminal charges in Maryland."
"If I was ever in need of a criminal defense attorney, I would call Brian ! I passionately endorse him. He is the cream of the crop."
"Brian is one of my biggest competitors and I have the utmost respect for him and his work product."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brain is an excellent attorney - he is smart, practical, hard-working, responsive, efficient and effective. With Brian, a client can expect an attorney who calls it as he sees it, has excellent relationships & connections and knows the ins and outs of the law and how to utilize the same in the best interests of his client(s)."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a very accomplished attorney who will handle any criminal defense matter with the professionaism and expertise necessary to obtain the best results possible."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Attorney, Maryland Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Attorney, Maryland Super Lawyers
2015
America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 5%, Americas Most Honored
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Attorney, Maryland Super Lawyers
2013
Maryland Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Law and Politics
2013
Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Maryland Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Partner, Silverman, Thompson, Slutkin & White, LLC
1994 - 1998
Assistant State's Attorney, Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office
Associations
Maryland State Bar Association
Member
Federal Bar Association
Member
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association
Member
Maryland Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Maryland State Bar Association
Member
Baltimore County Bar Association
Member
Education
1996
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Towson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers