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About Michael

I will use my knowledge and experience as a former felony prosecutor in two jurisdictions to fight for you. I understand that your case is the most important case.

Michael W. McGraw (Mike) is an attorney with Cochran & Chhabra, LLC. He is licensed to practice law in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and the United States District Court for the Districts of Maryland and the District of Columbia. He handles matters for clients charged with everything from DUI and drug possession to homicide. Having successfully tried over 100 criminal jury trials and hundreds of bench trials, Mike’s success rate and experience is what keeps existing clients coming back and new clients walking in the door. Unlike many defense attorneys, he previously served as a felony prosecutor in both Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties. Mike is likely the only defense attorney you’ll find who has earned over 340 hours of collision reconstruction training and has tried nearly a dozen motor vehicle fatalities involving speed, alcohol, drugs, distracted driving and drag racing. He also completed NHTSA standardized field sobriety test training while serving as a prosecutor in Anne Arundel County. This is the same training that the police attend when learning how to test for and charge a DUI. Mike not only believes that everyone deserves an aggressive defense, but more importantly, the services of an attorney who is both competent and confident in the courtroom.


Mike also focuses his practice on personal injury law. Prior to joining Cochran & Chhabra, LLC, Mike was employed in the insurance defense industry serving as counsel for insurance companies, their clients, and other Fortune 500 Companies. He represented them in matters involving auto torts, premises liability, products liability, insurance coverage, and allegations of intentional misconduct by insureds. As an insurance defense attorney, he witnessed the efforts of insurance companies to keep from appropriately compensating not only those that have been injured, but also those who are seeking compensation from their own insurance company due to someone else’s negligence and lack of coverage. Adjusters often try to discourage representation so that the injured will accept low offers at the bottom of a predetermined range. This is the result of programs like Colossus and constant scrutiny of adjusters by their supervisors which can lead to promotions or demotions. Mike is committed to ensuring that his clients are not victimized by insurance companies.


Mike also routinely appears before the Office of Administrative Hearings. Receiving notification from a State agency regarding alleged wrongdoing can jeopardize licensing privileges, your employment, or worse. Mike can assist you in all phases of the hearing process before the OAH. These hearings are often contentious and the State agency will be represented by an attorney. Please contact our office for assistance in navigating these matters.

Mike received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Baltimore, and his Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems and Business Administration from Salisbury University. He graduated from Archbishop Spalding High School in Severn, Maryland. He is a member of the: Maryland State Bar Association; Anne Arundel County Bar Association; Prince George’s County Bar Association; Maryland Association for Justice; Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association; and the Counsel of Parent Attorneys and Advocates.


Mike currently resides with his wife and children in Odenton, Maryland.

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Practice areas

Administrative lawPersonal injuryDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 30%

    Handle cases for clients charged with everything from drug possession to homicide. Former felony prosecutor in both Anne Arundel and Prince George's Counties.

    14 years, 3,500 cases

  2. DUI and DWI: 30%

    Handle all types of Driving Under the Influence/Driving While Impaired cases including automobile manslaughter and serious injury cases. Former automobile manslaughter prosecutor with 340hrs. of training in collision reconstruction/sobriety testing.

    14 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Personal injury: 30%

    Handle auto accidents, slip/trip and falls, and matters involving traumatic injury and death. Former insurance defense attorney who is not afraid to take on big insurance companies.

    14 years, 500 cases

  4. Administrative law: 10%

    Handle numerous types of matters before the Office of Administrative hearings involving allegations of wrong doing by State and local agencies outside of just the MVA.

    14 years, 150 cases

Languages spoken

English

Client's Choice 2021

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Contact

Cochran & Chhabra, LLC

116 B Cathedral Street
Courthouse
Annapolis, MD, 21401

Website
https://ccc-law.com/attorneys/michael-w-mcgraw/ 

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    DCGood Standing202003/07/2021
    MDActive200606/28/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers34
    Legal guides1
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Top 100 Criminal DefenseNational Trial Lawyers2021
    Top 100 Civil PlaintiffNational Trial Lawyers2021
    AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2021
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2016
    Citation (Distinguished Service)Office of the State’s Attorney for Prince George’s County2012
    Maryland State Flag (Honorary)Secretary of State (Maryland)2012
    Official Citation (Dedicated & Exemplary Service)Maryland General Assembly2012
    Outstanding and Dedicated Service (2006 - 2010)Maryland Office of the Public Defender2010
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyCochran & Chhabra, LLC2021 - Present
    AssociateDeCaro Doran Siciliano Gallagher & DeBlasis LLP2018 - 2020
    Assistant State's AttorneyOffice of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County2015 - 2018
    Senior AssociateBrennan, McKenna, Manzi, Shay, Chartered2012 - 2015
    Assistant State's AttorneyOffice Of The State's Attorney For Prince George's County2011 - 2012
    AssociateJoseph, Greenwald & Laake, PA2010 - 2011
    Assistant Public DefenderState Of Maryland Office Of The Public Defender2006 - 2010
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Maryland Association for JusticeMember2021 - Present
    Judicial Interview Committee - Maryland Association for JusticeMember2021 - Present
    Counsel of Parent Attorneys and AdvocatesAttorney Member2020 - Present
    Court of Appeals of Maryland for the 4th Appellate Circuit - Character CommitteeInvestigator2014 - Present
    Anne Arundel County Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
    Maryland State Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
    Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' AssociationMember2012 - Present
    Prince George's County Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Michael W. McGrawOffice of the State's Attorney Parole and Probation Training Manual2016
    Michael W. McGrawSearch and Seizure (and Statements Too!)2012
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Baltimore School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2005
    Salisbury UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2001
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Office of the State's Attorney Parole and Probation TrainingHandling Violation of Probation Hearings2016
    Mock Trial: Prosecuting Cases in the District CourtProsecuting Cases in the District Court2016
    Training: Litigating Motions to Suppress Statements, Searches & SeizuresLitigating Motions to Suppress Statements, Searches & Seizures2012
    Training: Winning Disorderly Conduct CasesWinning Disorderly Conduct Cases2010
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    State v. BlakeDismissed
    State v. DaileyDismissed
    State v. DuckworthDismissed
    State v. KidwellDismissed
    State v. PopeDismissed
    State v. TaylorNot Guilty
    State v. SettlesDismissed
    State v. RobinsonNot Guilty
    State v. PerryDismissed
    State v. ScottDismissed
    State v. WoodsDismissed
    State v. CummingsNot Guilty
    State v. MickensDismissed
    State v. McGheeNot Guilty
    State v. StokesDismissed
    State v. Bimbo-WilsonNot Guilty
    State v. TurciosNot Guilty
    State v. Hill
    State v. Taylor
    State v. BetheaNot Guilty
    State v. BogerNot Guilty
    State v. B. SmithNot Guilty
    State v. VasquezNot Guilty
    State v. DavenportNot Guilty

    Reviews

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    One Of A Kind

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    Mike is hands down one of best hands on attorney my husband and I have ever dealt with. I contacted Mike last week and he was very responsive in answering my calls and questions. Mike reached out to me on a Sunday (a non-business day) to let me know what he had planned to help my husband and again on Monday when it was a holiday. I've worked with many attorneys in my day and none of them have/had gone this far as Mike does/did. If you have a legal issues I recommend you contacting Mike McGraw.
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    Esquire

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    Mr. McGraw presented me before an Administrative Law Judge for the MVA in a hearing to overturn a ruling by the Medical Advisory Board denying access to my driving privilege. Not only was Mr. McGraw able to restore my driving privileges, he did so against all odds. I would not hesitate to refer Mr. McGraw to family and friends.
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    Amazing Lawyer

    Posted by

    Michael McGraw is someone I highly recommend, he helped me so much with my case and kept me updated throughout the process until everything was taken care of. I feel like he was looking out for my best interest and he earned by respect and trust.
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    Professional and Thoughtful

    Posted by

    Mike McGraw was able to take care of all my legal concerns. His knowledge of procedures and ability to work with other attorneys and law enforcement is second to none. He truly cares for his clients and that shows in how he defends them.
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    Very Helpful

    Posted by

    I met with Michael McGraw to discuss a judgment that had been filed against me . He was more informative and direct in his help to let me know the steps that had to be taken in order to get the process underway to getting it resolved. I will definitely keep him in mind for any future endeavors in this case.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
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    Excellent response time and extremely honest

    Posted by

    I can not be more thankful for all the time, effort, and thought Mike McGraw put into all of my questions and ultimately my case. It was not an easy situation and he offered me many thing to work through and think about on my journey with how to best handle a terrible and sticky situation. Without turning to him, I am confident we would have given up our rights. Knowledge is power and he armed me with loads of it.
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    Highly recommended

    Posted by

    I can not express how highly satisfied and impressed i was and I still am with this lawyer here. Comfort 100% all the way through my hard/troubled time. Mr Mike, your contact info is locked in my phone, I need this feeling of security at all time. Thank you. I recommend this professional lawyer to any and all that would like to experience a since of security throughout your process. Nothing but positive vibes from Mr Mcgraw...that's cool how that last name rhyme with Law....p.s. His work Is well worth it and I thank you again
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    Excellent & Dependable

    Posted by

    I highly recommend Mike McGraw for legal assistance. He was always quick to respond to my emails or phone calls. During a very difficult time in my life he ensured that I had the best representation and result. He always managed to ease any worry that I had and never passed judgement regarding my situation. He is understanding, compassionate, knowledgeable, and efficient. I would refer friends or family to him with complete confidence should the need arise.
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    Fair and Honest

    Posted by

    Mike is an excellent attorney; totally upfront about the strengths and weaknesses of his case. Easy to negotiate with when trying to resolve a case. Would definitely recommend Mike.
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    Great Experience

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    He was very on top of everything. Constantly communicating keeping me up to date and making the stressful experience easier and smooth.
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    Lawrence Greenberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 14, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mike has experience doing both sides of criminal law and this makes him an excellent advocate for his clients. He know how the prosecutor views the case and can represent his client’s interest far better because of this knowledge.

    Maria Patterson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 30, 2021
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I met Mike while working as an attorney for the Prince George's County Attorney's Office, beginning in 2009. He was with a large reputable firm who routinely handled criminal cases, civil rights violations cases and personal injury cases. He is extremely well versed in all 3 areas of law. He has tried criminal and civil cases in the broadest ranges possible. He has in-depth knowledge in these arenas because of his special focus and experience with forensics such as accident reconstruction, police use of force and evidence collection, and blood and DNA technology. Last, but not least, he is a really nice and friendly man who is very pleasant to interact and work with.

    Debora Fajer-Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.Mike is a tremendous attorney in all aspects, from skills in his field to skills in handling himself professionally and very caring to his clients. I endorse him highly.

    Robert Bonsib, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 27, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I've known Mike McGraw for many years and I have watched him from the time he first started to practice law. He has a broad range of experience in criminal law and litigation. His personal qualities are at the top of scale and this translates into his being not only a very good trial lawyer - but also permits him to wear the label "counselor" - as he cares about his clients as people as well as being concerned about their legal issues,

    Cary Hansel, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 26, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mike is a great lawyer and a great person. He is dedicated to his clients, works incredibly hard on their behalf and has the common sense, grit and real-world smarts missing from too many lawyers. I highly recommend his services and I'd trust him with my life. Hire this guy.

    Daniel Renart, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 26, 2021
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Mike McGraw and I have worked together on a few cases and I know him to be an excellent attorney who gets great results.

    George Patterson, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 25, 2021
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I routinely sought Mike's guidance on the technical aspects of accident reconstructions. His training and knowledge in this field that he acquired as a prosecutor is at a level rarely seen in the legal community. Mike was opposing counsel in a case and quickly identified the important factual and legal issues.

    Jennifer Alexander, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mike is a great lawyer and is well respected in the legal community. He and I have been on opposite sides of cases, and he has always been professional and a pleasure to work with.

    Christine Murphy, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2021
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I tried cases both against and with Mike- he is an excellent litigator. I highly endorse Mike.

    Andrea Montini, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mike’s experience as a felony prosecutor in multiple jurisdictions makes him well equipped to handle serious criminal cases. He fights hard for his clients, whether they’re charged with a DUI or a serious felony offense. Mike’s experience and jurisdictional knowledge are hard to come by, and I fully endorse him and his firm for all criminal matters.

    Debra Saltz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mike is a great lawyer. He is knowledgeable and has years of experience on both sides of the courtroom. He will fight for you. I highly endorse Mike.

    Jason Greaves, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2021
    Relationship: Co-worker

    During his time at DDSG&D, Michael McGraw was one of our most experienced and trusted criminal defense attorneys. We will miss Mike and his expertise, and I heartily endorse him for anyone seeking representation in Maryland.

    Suzanne Houle, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 20, 2021
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I first met Mike when he was a State's Attorney at the Anne Arundel County State's Attorney's Office. As an opponent, I was always struck by Mike's extensive knowledge of criminal law and ability to captivate the courtroom. I now have the pleasure of working with Mike on the defense side at Cochran & Chhabra. Mike's legal knowledge and litigation experience is unmatched. He is an incredible zealous attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients.

    April Skrenczuk, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 19, 2021
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    There are not many attorneys out there who are as dedicated and hardworking as Mike McGraw. Having worked with Mike for several years when he was a prosecutor at the AA County State's Attorney's Office and even prior to that, I can honestly say that there has never been a time that he has not gone above and beyond in each and every case that he takes on. Mike is well respected in the legal community, knowledgeable of the law and dedicated to getting his clients the best result possible.

    Judith Myers, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 12, 2021
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Mike and I worked together at the Office of the State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County and are working together again at Cochran & Chhabra, LLC. I am very excited to have Mike join the firm! He brings a wealth of knowledge that he is always willing to share with his clients and co-workers. Mike is a fantastic advocate for his clients, and is not afraid to fight hard for them!

    Mandeep Chhabra, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 11, 2021
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Mike and I were on opposing sides for years. Once he left the prosecutor’s office and became an insurance defense attorney I would reach out to him from time to time on advice in one of his areas of his expertise, automobile accidents resulting in serious injury or death. He has always been someone I turned to for solid information and legal knowledge. When Mike decided he wanted to do criminal defense work I asked him to join my firm. I am proud to have him as a member of my team at Cochran & Chhabra. He is extremely knowledgeable and super comfortable in a courtroom.

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