Carl David Somerlock

Carl David Somerlock

4.7
Rating: 4.3

Licensed for 25 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Frederick, MD
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation

146 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD

About Carl

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

Licensed in Maryland for 25 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2000

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Carl D. Somerlock, Esq.

146 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD, 21701-5514

Law Offices of Carl David Somerlock

Usiak Somerlock & Peters 146 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD, 21701

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Carl David Somerlock's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

THE ONLY Lawyer I Would Ever Call!

I found myself in quite a bind and was nervous as heck and totally stressed out. Carl took the time to make sure I knew EXACTLY what as going on and really gave me a lot of confidence. His courtroom skills are terrific!

Posted by Deanna | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

Carl represented me several times thru the years for criminal charges. Thank god I havent needed him lately. He was ALWAYS professional and down to earth. I saw him assisting a client of his at the probation office once. Never knew a lawyer that did that.

Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

An Attorney that will fight for you!

Thanks to Mr Somerlock, I was able to keep my driver's license as I absolutely need it for work. Additionally, he helped gravely reduce fines and I believe my case had the best possible outcome thanks to Carl. If you're looking for an attorney that knows his stuff and will fight for you, I highly rec...ommend you speak to Mr Somerlock.

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

The only Lawyer we would call!

Carl has represented us several times over the years and he has helped us out tremendously we would not call anyone else.

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional and Motivated

Mr. Somerlock was not only professional in his conduct, he was supportive and his knowledge of the law was reassuring during some of the most stressful periods in my life. Mr. Somerlock was not only able to keep my family out of jail, he was also able to help clear my name. I can tell that he genuine...ly cared and was motivated to help. He left an lasting positive impression and I will continue to hire Mr. Somerlock should I need legal help in the future.

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Carl David Somerlock's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Shoemaker

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Carl is a great guy and a fantastic litigator. I am proud to call him both a colleague and a friend."

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Benjamin Peters

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arya Saleh

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Carl for many years. He is dedicated to his clients, very experienced in the subtleties of criminal law and not afraid to try the toughest of cases in courtrooms throughout the State."

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Thomas Stolz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Shoemaker

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Arya Saleh

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  4.3 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Reprimand issued in MD, 2023

updated on 10/21/2024

Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Work Experience

2013 - Present

President, Usiak, Somerlock & Peters, PC

2012 - 2013

Partner, Somerlock & Stolz, LLC

2007 - 2012

Assistant Public Defender, Maryland Office of Public Defender

Associations

2013 - Present

U.S. District Court of Maryland

Bar Admissioner

2001 - Present

District of Columbia Bar Association

2000 - Present

Maryland Bar Association

2013 - 2013

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Member

2007 - 2012

Office of Public Defender

Assistant Public Defender

Education

2002

University of Stockholm

LLM

1998

University of Tulsa

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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