Andrew Melchior Macdonald

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Andrew Melchior Macdonald

4.9
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salisbury, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

208 Calvert Street, Salisbury, MD

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About Andrew

Biography

Are you charged with a crime in Ocean City or Salisbury, Maryland? Call the MacDonald Law Office now

Andrew MacDonald represents clients for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on the Maryland Eastern Shore.

Andrew MacDonald is a criminal defense attorney with offices in Salisbury and Ocean City, Maryland.

Andrew MacDonald is a criminal defense attorney who represents clients in Salisbury and Ocean City.

Andrew MacDonald represents clients injured in automobile accidents on Maryland's Eastern Shore.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 85%

Criminal prosecutor for 10 years. Criminal defense attorney for 9 years.

30 years | 3,000 cases

85%
Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

20 years

5%
Personal Injury 5%

20 years

5%
Family 3%

20 years

3%
Business 2%

20 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2020 2019
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+ 4
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 30 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

MacDonald Law Office, LLC

208 Calvert Street, Salisbury, MD, 21801

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MacDonald Law Office

9307 Chesapeake Dr., #59, Ocean City, MD, 21842

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Online Presence

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Andrew Melchior Macdonald's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

71 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Don | May 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Spectacular

Mr. MacDonald was exactly what we needed. He provided sound counsel, was timely to respond to all our questions, and was a “straight shooter” from beginning to end. Thanks to him, our son had the best of all possible outcomes, when faced with some very serious charges.

Posted by KH | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Law firm!

Back in February 2020 during the holiday weekend I got caught speeding in a speed trap right before entering Ocean City, MD. I didn't want to get points added to my driver license as traffic points have increased so much in VA. So I started looking for local lawyers (really wanted local lawyers not... satellite lawyers) who are familiar with the MD Courts in the area and found MacDonald Law Office, LLC and Andrew MacDonald. I called and left a voice message and he called me back and we discussed everything and he explained the process and what it may entail and hopefully we end up with an amicable solution where no points would be added to my license. Then came the COVID-19 pandemic! My trial date was originally set for April, then postponed to June and again to October. I did not have to go and Andrew represented me and informed me that the Officer didn't show up and he moved to dismiss the case! So no points and no fines and I am so grateful and certainly recommend his law firm with how they handled my case given everything than happened. If you're looking for local lawyers in Ocean City, MD talk to this law firm for solutions. A++!

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer in Salisbury

I was arrested on a traffic stop, in which an officer claimed he found drugs in my car. I was facing a considerable amount of jail time due to my situation. Along with 10 traffic tickets! Needless to say i was very concerned about my situation. I called Mr. Macdonald & he was very professional & very... considerate of me & my situation. He talked to me whenever i had questions or concerns & was very honest with everything. I went into court & all my charges were dropped due to his negotiations with the prosecutor! It was amazing! I think his new name is 'Macdonald the Magician'. If you have any legal trouble don't even think about it you know who to call for the best legal service is Salisbury area Macdonald the Magician, he makes your worries disappear!

Posted by John | November 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Pleased Client

All too often people phone or write to complain, but I want to take this opportunity to let you know that I am very pleased with the performance, support, professionalism and determination of Mr. MacDonald. He was always very quick to respond and explaining the status and details of my case. I woul...d highly recommend Mr. MacDonald to anyone that desires an attorney that cares and is willing to go the extra mile.

Posted by Alex | April 28, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Very impressed

I've retained Mr. McDonald to vacate guilty plea from my DWI conviction that was a serious obstacle in my immigration case using Coram Nobis petition. Before retaining Mr. McDonald I spoke to a number of criminal attorneys and ALL of them did not have a clue on how to help me with my needs. Andre...ws fees were reasonable and payment plan affordable. He executed everything with the great sense of urgency and right within the time frame requested. He kept me and my immigration attorney very well informed. He always answered all of the questions that I've had in a very professional and respectful manner, concisely and straight to the point. I highly recommend Andrew MacDonald and his firm.

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Andrew Melchior Macdonald's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Brueckner

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Macdonald is one of the best attorneys in Maryland. He is always well prepared, professional, and well versed in criminal law. He has a comprehensive knowledge of Maryland's gun and drug laws and gets results for his clients."

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Cynthia Macdonald

Unknown lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Angela Dipietro

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew is one of the most thorough and competent attorneys I know. He has a reputation for professionalism and preparedness, and an outstanding knowledge of the law."

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Albert Randall

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Andrew for 20 years, during his time as a judge's clerk, Assistant State's Attorney and now that he has his own practice. He is an outstanding trial lawyer and a true advocate for his clients."

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John Sheller

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider Andrew, and his wife Cindy, to be the best criminal defense lawyers in the Salisbury area. They will obtain the best results possible, every time."

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Wm. A. Lee Clarke

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew McDonald is an excellent lawyer, whom I endorse unreservedly."

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David Weck

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Macdonald is a talented criminal litigator."

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Richard Brueckner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephanie Shipley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Victor Laws

Business lawyer

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Thomas Maloney

Business lawyer

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Robert Fine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Hearne

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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James Robertson

Car accident lawyer

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Angela Dipietro

Criminal defense lawyer

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Albert Randall

Litigation lawyer

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John Sheller

Real estate lawyer

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Cynthia Macdonald

Estate planning lawyer

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Wm. A. Lee Clarke

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Certificate of Achievement (2007 - Present), Wicomico County

2005

National Community Coordination Honor Award (2005 - Present), U.S. Department of Justice

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, MacDonald Law Office, LLC

1996 - 2007

Assistant State Attorney, Wicomico County State's Attorney Office

1995 - 1996

Judicial Law Clerk, Wicomico County Circuit Court

Associations

2006 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association

Member

1995 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Wicomico County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI

Not guilty

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Education

1995

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Syracuse University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1988

The Charlotte Country Day Schools

Languages

English

Activity

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