Frank Benvenuto

Frank Benvenuto

also known as DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney, Frank Benvenuto, P.A., Auto Accident and Personal Injury Attorney, Frank Benvenuto

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Berlin, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

10031 Old Ocean City Boulevard Suite 108, Berlin, MD

About Frank

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

At Frank Benvenuto, P.A. Attorney At Law, we specialize in bringing criminal defense law into your corner. Frank is a life long resident to Ocean City, MD. with 32 years experience in criminal defense trials. Call today for a free consultation!

33 years

45%
DUI and DWI 40%

At Frank Benvenuto, P.A. Attorney At Law, we specialize in bringing criminal defense law into your corner. Frank is a life long resident to Ocean City, MD. with 32 years experience in DUI & DWI trials. Call today for a free consultation!

33 years

40%
Personal Injury 15%

At Frank Benvenuto, P.A. Attorney At Law, we specialize in bringing personal injury law into your corner. Frank is a life long resident to Ocean City, MD. with over 32 years experience in personal injury trials. Call today & get started !

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Frank Benvenuto, P.A. Attorney At Law

10031 Old Ocean City Boulevard Suite 108, Berlin, MD, 21811

Frank Benvenuto, P.A. Attorney At Law

12930 Center Drive, Ocean City, MD, 21842

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Frank Benvenuto's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

196 Client Reviews

Showing 171 - 175 of 196 reviews

Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2014 | DUI & DWI

"A Miracle Worker"

Frank and his staff worked very hard to get me a fair trial and great results. He knows how the legal system works and is familiar with the local court. I was facing several DUI charges and he worked his magic and got the charges reduced to a PBJ verdict and a smaller fine than it could have been. ...I highly recommend Frank if you need someone to defend you in a DUI case or any other charges that you may encounter.

Posted by Josue | August 22, 2014 | Expungement

Best law firm, Great Customer Service, Affordable Price, Highly Recommended A*****

I want to extend my many thanks to the law office of "Frank Benvenuto P.A” for a job well done, in regards to my recent expungement case with the State of Maryland. I worked directly with Jennifer (Jen) and there are no words to express my level of gratitude to her. She was straight to the point abo...ut things from the very first start, giving me the feeling that she’s a talent at what she does and that I was in good hands. She’s also very good at following protocols, by answering to my questions via emails within a matter of minutes and kept me informed. I can honestly say that this is by far the best company in general business that I’ve dealt with and I would be glad to do business with them again. I currently reside in Sacramento, California and never met any member of the team in person. This is to say that, you can best believe that this is not a paid advertisement. But, I simply couldn’t help, but to leave this quick positive feedback on their behalf, just to testify and let other know that there are still some good and legitimate business out there that delivers top notch quality services and not so thirsty to reach after your wallet and rip you off, as I’ve been victimized in numerous occasions in the past…

Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Straightforward & Professional

Frank is straightforward and very professional. When dealing with him, I did feel he had my best interest in mind and even after court, he kept in touch to make sure I was satisfied with the outcome ( I was). I will definitely recommend Frank to my friends in the future.

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2014 | DUI & DWI

DUI

I hired Mr Benvenuto for representation in a high alcohol reading DUI. I liked his knowledge of the local community and the courts likely outcomes. I believe this enabled him to obtain the best come for my benefit. I definitely recommend Mr Benvenuto.

Posted by Martin O' Kane | August 04, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Law Firm

On vacationing in Ocean City i found myself in trouble. Not familiar with Maryland laws i researched via the internet and found Franks Firm. Upon initial contact with his legal secretary i felt very reassured i had made a wise and smart choice by retaining his counsel. Frank is a straight shooter and... worked tirelessly on resolving my legal matter. Having never been accused before of a criminal act ,i didn't know what to expect and what the processes are. Frank walked me through every step and i am forever in his debt. Upon my day at court i also got the great pleasure of meeting his 96 year old father. Upon conversation with his father i learned he was one of the brave men that stormed Omaha Beach during the second wave. I thanked him for his service as did many others who overheard our conversation in the courtroom lobby. I felt reassured that i was in great hands and we had a great outcome. I have dealt with a few different civil law firms in my life and i can honestly say from start to finish, Frank and his staff went above and beyond the call. Frank is a testament to his profession and coming from great stock, will fight for his clients with the same passion and vigor as did his father back in WW2.

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Frank Benvenuto's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Frank is top notch. Cares deeply about his clients and getting excellent results. He is a regular presence on a daily basis in all courts in Worcester and other lower shore counties. You can't go wrong with his experience, insider knowledge and professional skill and compassion."

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Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Joseph Warth

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Frank Benvenuto. I see him in Court often and he is conscientious, hardworking and dedicated to each Client’s cause."

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Steven Rakow

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an honest, hard-working attorney."

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Michael Farlow

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Frank since I interned with him when I was in college. We've fought against each other on cases, and worked with him on cases. Top notch guy and a good lawyer."

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Thomas Gay

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anders Randrup

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Cathell

General practice lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Clubb

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Susan Land

General practice lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Fager

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Frank for over 20 years. He is one of the most hardworking honest attorneys out there and will go to great lengths to help his clients. I highly endorse him."

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Robyn Zenzinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Vanderweert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred clients to Frank in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."

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Steven Rakow

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Clark

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Brueckner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Kief

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Warth

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top 100 Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

10 Best Attorneys Exceptional & Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Customer Service Award, FM 98.1, Ocean City Today Paper

2009

Certificate of Apreciation for A.B.L.E. program, Salisbury University

2008

Outstanding Participation Worcester County Internship Program, Worcester County Internship Program

2007

Most Blessed Scrament Catholic School Advisory Board, Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School

1995

Admitted to Practice Law, United States District Court

1994

Support of Applied Business Learning Program, Salisbury University

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner, Law Offive of Frank Benvenuto

1994 - 2004

Adjunct Professor, Salisbury University

1993 - 1996

Attorney, Cadwell & Cadwell, P.A.

Associations

1993 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Worcester County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2013

Worcester County Bar Foundation

President

2010 - 2013

St. Thomas More Society

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bail Denied for Maryland Mom Suspected in Deaths of Four Infants Found on Property

Maryland father found not guilty in the attempted murder of his eight-month old daughter

Manslaughter charges dropped in OC beating death

Expert Finds Freeman Case Unlike Any Other Neonaticide

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Education

1991

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Salisbury University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1977

University of Maryland

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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