Craig Michael Kadish

Craig Michael Kadish

also known as Craig M. Kadish, Esq., Craig Kadish

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime ... +2 more

111 South Calvert Street, Suite 2805, Baltimore, MD

About Craig

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Abuse 20%

Child Pornography, Child Sexual Abuse Materials (CSAM), Child Abuse & Neglect

37 years

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

DUI, DWI, Multiple Offense DUI, Automotive Manslaughter, Drug Crimes, Drug Distribution, Trafficking & Manufacturing, Drug Possession, Gun Charges, Theft Crimes, White Collar Crimes/Embezzlement, Protective Orders, Peace Orders

37 years

20%
Federal Crime 20%

Federal Child Pornography, Possession of Child, Pornography, Receipt & Distribution of Child Pornography Production & Manufacturing of Child Pornography, Federal Drug Conspiracy Crimes, Federal Weapons Charges

37 years

20%
Sex Crime 20%

Rape & Sexual Assault

37 years

20%
Violent Crime 20%

Murder, Assault & Battery, Domestic Violence, Armed Robbery

37 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 35 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Craig M. Kadish & Associates Main Office

111 South Calvert Street, Suite 2805, Baltimore, MD, 21202

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Craig Michael Kadish's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 65 reviews

Posted by Michael | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing in every way.

From the very second I called Craig Kadish and his associates, they immediately started putting in work. They are the most friendly, professional and genuinely amazing human beings I have ever met. I had a case that could've gone either way. I could've been put away for the rest of my life, and throu...gh their hard work and dedication we were able to negotiate a deal down to a misdemeanor offense. For me, that was a life saver. Craig Kadish, his wife Miranda, Ashley bond, Keith Ferrier and of course Craig's partner Michael will not only provide you with dedication.. they will WIN! If you're in a pickle, these are the people to call. They're in the top 100 lawyers for a reason!

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Criminal Defense

With the conclusion of the court proceedings today, I want to take a moment and thank you and your team for the favorable results and hopefully the conclusion to the most dark time in my life. Your professionalism, expertize and understanding in this troubling situation went a long way in understandi...ng the repercussions and options available. I can not adequately express my gratitude to the Kadish team during this troubling time, other than to say Thank you!

Posted by Vinh | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Team of Super Lawyers! Best Council Money can buy!!!

Let me start by saying Craig and his team are The Best Criminal Lawyers In Maryland!! Just recently I was faced with Multiple Assault charges that stemmed from me trying to protect my family and property. Several Culrpits had trespassed my property and maliciously destroyed it. Out of fear and ignor...ance I confronted them and held them until the police I called had arrived. Long story short, I was the one that was locked up and charged with multiple counts of assault and a slew of other charges. Once I realized the amount of time in jail I could potentially be facing, I couldn't tell you how scared I was, I called many other lawyers to scout for my best option but almost lost hope in their inability to save me, until I stumbled on Craigs Team! From the start Craig consoled me even on his day off with his family for over an hour! He explained clearly and effectively what I was facing and the steps I needed to take! He put me at ease, even though I was a nervous wreck, he made me feel I had a friend in all this. Upon meeting Mr. Kadish and his team, they were very understanding of my fears, related to my problems and believed in my innocence! The entire firm showed Poise, professionalism, and class. Along with Craig, Keith and Miranda worked tirelessly to answer any questions I had, filed necessary paperwork in a timely manner! Keith went above and beyond in my case, talking repeatedly with states attorney and the court system! His meticulous attention to detail, excellent work ethics and responsiveness to questions I had put me at ease! Upon arriving to Court, Both Craig and Keith were there to support me every step of the way! Craig Kadish's Courtroom presence was Something to Marvel! Watching other cases before mine, the attorneys for other defendants stumbled, mumbled and scrambled upset the Judge so much! When Craig stepped up to speak, he was calm, stated facts, spoke clearly and demanded attention from everyone in the room! His poise, elegantly spoken words summoned respect from judges, states attorney alike! With my charges I was facing a state minimum of 5 years in prison without parole, AMAZINGLY Craig Kadish, Keith Ferrier and the rest of the Kadish team helped me out of this with just a 1 year Suspended case and 1 year Probation With a few hours of community service! In one year time, I can put this behind me and there won't be any record of it! I can not thank him and his team enough! He saved my life! If you are reading this and are facing a serious criminal offense, please please do yourself a favor and HIRE Craig Kadish! Craig Kadish and Keith Ferrier are worth every penny!!!

Posted by Reeti Luthra | October 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Very Professional and Highly Recommended!!

Thank you Mr. Kadish for everything! We couldn't have done it without your support. We were very happy with the outcome. You make everything very calm and handle it very efficiently. Keep it up!!!

Posted by Robert | September 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney! Courteous, Responsive, and Effective.

I have the good fortune of hiring Mr. Kadish for handling my cases. I see him an excellent attorney, top notch professional, very experienced, honest, and extremely dedicated. I am very impressed of his legal experience, competence, analytical abilities, and has shown the wiliness to do "Whatever it ...Takes" to defend the charges against me. I must say, I am very satisfied by his crew has an incredible work ethic and a wealth of legal professionalism. I thoroughly endorse him to anyone looking for an attorney.

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Craig Michael Kadish's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keith Ferrier

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I highly recommend Craig Kadish. Craig is a skillful attorney and is obsessed with making sure every one of his clients gets the best representation possible."

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Glen Frost

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a tax attorney, my clients are frequently faced with many different issues. If they are facing criminal charges, it is necessary for them to have a good criminal defense attorney. Craig is a zealous advocate for his clients. His relationships and reputation among the Maryland Bar, in addition to his courtroom demeanor, make him one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the State."

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Michael Cognata

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Other

"As a DUI attorney myself of 18 years I endorse Mr. Kadish. An aggressive and innovative DUI/DWI defense attorney"

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Seth Okin

Unknown lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kadish is an outstanding attorney. Passionate and energetic, he represents his clients with the highest level of skill, obtaining great results time and time again. I highly recommend him."

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Oleg Fastovsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. One of the most respected and aggressive criminal attorneys I know. Truly knows his craft and will stop at nothing to obtain the best possible results for all his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2025

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

The Power List - Criminal Law, The Daily Record

2024

Client's Choice, AVVO

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2023

Client's Choice, AVVO

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2022

Client's Choice, AVVO

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client's Choice, AVVO

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Client's Choice, AVVO

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Client's Choice, AVVO

2018

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Client's Choice, AVVO

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Client's Choice, AVVO

2016

Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

Client's Choice, AVVO

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice, AVVO

2015

Nation’s Top One Percent Criminal Defense Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Client's Choice, AVVO

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Client's Choice, AVVO

2012

Client's Choice, AVVO

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

N/A

Top 10 DUI & DWI Attorneys, National Advocacy of DUI Defense

N/A

Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers, National Advocacy of DUI Defense

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Professor of Law and Criminal Justice, Maryland State Police Academy

2000 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Craig M. Kadish & Associates, LLC

Associations

1990 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1990 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2000 - 2012

Baltimore City Bar Association

Judicial Nominating Commission

1996 - 2000

Maryland State Bar Association, Planning Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Charges thrown out in narcotics case

Following intense pressure by Mr. Kadish, all charges were thrown out.

Johns Hopkins physician cleared of manslaughter charges after DUI

No Conviction

2012 RAPE AT THE BEACH – NOT GUILTY

After the State presented three days of witness testimony, and after each witness had been expertly cross-examined by Mr. Kadish, the Judge dismissed the entire case, finding the Defendant not guilty of all counts.

Murder Charges Dismissed

In 2008, after trial had begun, the father chose to plead guilty to a lesser offense of child abuse resulting in death, in exchange for dismissal of the murder charges.

Canadian truck driver charged with international drug smuggling

Mr. Kadish was able to resolve the case without any additional incarceration.

Rape charges dropped against U.S. Senate candidate

Client proven innocent

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Education

1990

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

The Baltimore Sun

Criminal Law Expert Commentator

2025

Baltimore County Homicide

Baltimore County Homicide

2025

Baltimore County Detectives

Baltimore County Detectives

2014

University of Baltimore School of Law

Mock Trial Judge

2009

Continuing Legal Education Classes

Criminal Law for Non-Criminal Attorneys

2000

Maryland State Bar Association

The Reasonable Fee Seminar

Publications

2025

Craig M. Kadish & Associates, LLC Case Results

2025

Craig M. Kadish & Associates, LLC Testimonials

2025

Craig M. Kadish & Associates, LLC Blog

2011

Maryland State Police Training Manual Courtroom Procedure and Protocol Maryland State Police Training Manual

2011

Maryland State Police Training Manual Maryland State Police Lesson Plan and Training Regimen

Languages

English

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