Elisabeth Herndon

Elisabeth Herndon

also known as Elisabeth Herndon

4.4
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

339 East 25th Street, Baltimore, MD

About Elisabeth

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Drug Crime, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Federal Crime, Juvenile, Speeding and Traffic Ticket, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime, Domestic Violence, Theft, Burglary, and more.

13 years | 100 cases

60%
Family 40%

Divorce and Separation, Adoption, Alimony, Child Abuse, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Marriage and Prenuptials, Uncontested Divorce.

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 11 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bowers Law

339 East 25th Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218

Bowers Law, LLC

229 E. Main St, Elkton, MD, 21921

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Elisabeth Herndon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brandon | August 08, 2017

Keeps you in the loop.

Elisabeth did a great job for me. She was thorough and kept me in the know every step of the way. Although nothing is certain she gives you a good idea of what to expect so your not caught off gaurd.

Posted by Brian | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommended!

Ms. Hellwig recently handled a case for me in the Cecil County District Court in which I was being prosecuted for multiple traffic offenses. From my initial contact through the end of the trial, she was quick to respond to my questions via both phone and e-mail. Ms. Hellwig quoted her price during ...our first phone conversation, and there were no additional charges or hidden fees. As I sat in court, I watched others utilizing the services of the public defender and some who represented themselves. Without any doubt, the outcome of my case would have been much worse for me if I had tried either of those options instead of hiring Ms. Hellwig. Prior to the trial, she was able to negotiate a deal with the prosecutor that kept me out of jail and saved me thousands of dollars in fines. It was a far better result than I had imagined.

Posted by James | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney experience

From start to finish, she handled all aspects of the case in a timely and professional manner. She kept me informed throughout the process, and prepared all details for the court date, assuring that everything would go according to her plan. She even helped me with rescheduling the court date after a... long delay. I would not hesitate to recommend her to any of my friends. Excellent work, and very easy to work with.

Posted by David | November 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Smooth Process

After consulting with Elisabeth, she made me feel comfortable moving forward with my case. She helped the process to move smoothly and kept me informed the entire way. This was a first time offense for me and I was nervous about the outcome. She made me feel comfortable and guided me through the enti...re process. I would recommend her to anyone in need of advocacy - she will make you comfortable and pursue your case diligently.

Posted by Shaina | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A Peace of Mind is Priceless.

For Criminal cases in Cecil County, the same attorneys' names are thrown around and referred and there's endless red tape with most of them; you have to work around their schedule, your case is too small, cancellations, etc. I had a Violation of Probation case that was straight forward but I've s...een friends get serious jail time for VOPs that were mismanaged or taken too lightly. I didn't have to wait weeks, or schedule a consultation down the road. I called in a sudden panic after finding out I had a warrant and needed to turn myself in. No other attorneys thought it was important enough to make time for it, but Elisabeth invited me directly to her office and patiently listened to the situation. I admittedly did the Probation requirements but not very promptly. By the time I arrived to the Hearing, she had already spoken with the Prosecutor and my Probation Officer. She was extremely thorough and straight-forward and I cannot believe how succinctly she handled my particular situation and had all parties agree on reinstating my probation. I was certain I'd have further stipulations to my probation or even more likely jail time as I've seen friends sent directly to jail for less violations. I am so grateful to have that dreadful feeling of imminent doom over with. Everything was smooth, thorough and calm for me. I actually felt bad for the other people in the Court because the Prosecutor was a shark. I really lucked out with Elisabeth Hellwig. Definitely exceeded my expectations. If you have a pending VOP Hearing or warrant, seriously do yourself a favor and meet with Elisabeth.

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Elisabeth Herndon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chris O’Meara

Unknown lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Elisabeth is a highly committed attorney who gives 100% to each of her clients. She is tenacious in getting a good result for her clients."

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Bradley Shepherd

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Liz is a tremendously capable criminal defense attorney, and her passion for representing her clients shines through in every case she works."

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Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Elisabeth is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"

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Stuart Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elisabeth Hellwig is one of the most talented attorneys I have ever worked with. She always gives her full attention to each case she handles, and gets the best results for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Walter Hnot,

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elisabeth is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Somair Alam

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm pleased to endorse Ms. Hellwig. She is a top-notch personal injury attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Alexander Segal

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is a person of high integrity and professional skill."

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John Martello

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I stongly endorse this Ms. Hellwig, She is very knowledgeable and a great contributor to the AVVO community."

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Amir Soleimanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Upton

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leif Hamman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hellwig really knows her stuff and her knowledge directly benefits those who call her their lawyer. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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Justin Hill

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Elisabeth puts her everything into her practice. She tells her clients how it is, and is not afraid to fight for them in court. I highly recommend Elisabeth to anyone seeking legal counsel."

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Tracey Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Elisabeth is one of the hardest-working attorneys I have ever worked with. She always does the best for her clients, and her clients seem to always leave happy. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking Criminal Lawl counsel in MD."

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Ronald Eisenberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elisabeth is an asset to the AVVO community. Her 5-star rating from her clients speaks for itself."

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Howard Brucker

Family lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elisabeth isn't afraid to take the tough cases. She's detail oriented and hard working."

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Mildred Phillips

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a credit to the profession."

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Patrick Best

Unknown lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Elisabeth is a fantastic attorney who understands the needs of her clients."

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Jobeth Bowers

Civil rights lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fantastic advocate for her clients. Takes the extra time to get the important details that in some instances will make or break a case."

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Bradley Shepherd

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Amir Soleimanian

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

2017 Boardroom Elite, Corporate America

2016

Group Leader, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Spotlight Award DUI/DWI, Thumbtack

2016

Spotlight Award-Criminal Defense, Thumbtack

2016

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Under 40, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

"10 Best" Attorneys for Maryland, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

"10 Best" Attorneys for Maryland, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Spotlight Award-Criminal Defense, Thumbtack

2015

Top 10 Under 40, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2015

Top 10 Female Lawyers in Maryland, Legal Network

2015

Top Rated Associate: 2015, Bowers Law

2014

Highest Grade in School Governance and Teachers Rights, CALI Award

2014

Dean's List, New England Law

2013

Dean's List, New England Law

2012

Dean's List, New England Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Head of Criminal Department, Bowers Law

2015 - 2015

Paralegal, Law Office of Alexandra Miller

2014 - 2015

Law Clerk, The Goldman Law Firm, PC

2013 - 2013

Law Clerk, Law Office of Carmen Durso

Associations

2015 - Present

Legal Aid Society

Member

2015 - Present

Maryland Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Volunteer Attorney

2015 - Present

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Volunteer Attorney

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Maryland Association for Justice

Member

2014 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2014 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

New England Law Journal on Criminal and Civil Confinement

Associate

2013 - 2014

New England Law Journal on Criminal and Civil Confinement

Editor

2012 - 2014

Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar Association

OUTlaw Representative

Sample of Legal Cases

Successful resolution of interpleader in client's favor

Successful award for our client just under $60,000

Probation Before Judgment- Theft under $1,000

Probation before Judgment

vehicle Theft- All charges dropped

All Charges Dropped

NOT GUILTY Assault-Second Degree

Not Guilty

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Education

2014

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Towson University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

WISH Program

Maryland Expungements

2016

Meeting Ground-Pro Bono Expungement Clinic

Expungements in Maryland

2016

Learning the Law

How to act during a traffic stop

2016

Bowers Law Web Conference Series What is stop and frisk?

2015

Post Baltimore Riots-2015 Baltimore Riot Arrest Defense

2015

Maryland organizations (state)

Distracted Driving

2015

Maryland Legal Benefits

Protective/Peace orders in Maryland

2015

Bowers Law Web Conference Series Baltimore City Riots: Know your rights

Publications

2015

Bowers Law Results Report Baltimore City Assault: Not Guilty?

Languages

English

Activity

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