Richard John Brueckner Jr.

Richard John Brueckner Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at OCEAN CITY, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

6300 COASTAL HWY, OCEAN CITY, MD

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Criminal Trial Attorney

17 years | 3,500 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

17 years | 1,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 17 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyer Richard Brueckner

6300 COASTAL HWY, OCEAN CITY, MD, 21842

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Richard John Brueckner Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

472 Client Reviews

Showing 106 - 110 of 472 reviews

Posted by Martin | October 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

He's the Best!!

Rich did a outstanding job with my case and I couldn't ask for anything more!!

Posted by Kolby | September 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best around!!

I got myself into trouble and started my research on a great attorney. I came across Rich and reached out…. Without a doubt he was the one that made me feel most comfortable and positive. He made the process, from the beginning to court, easy and understandable. He promised me certain outcomes and I ...received those outcomes on my court day. I would 100% use Rich again, however, I hope to not have to! I recommend his services to anyone questioning a good lawyer in the area.

Posted by Kacey | September 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing lawyer

Richard brueckner exceeded my expectations and then some. Extremely professional and after getting a consultation got right to the point and knew exactly what needed to be done. I cannot thank his law firm enough for how the outcome of my case went. I feel as if I would have hired somebody else, the ...outcome would have been different. I highly recommend RJB law firm for any matter. You will not be disappointed!

Posted by Chris | September 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Rich is the man!

Rich is the real deal. He is a wizard. I, by my own stupidity, am a repeat customer of Rich’s. The first time around, the stakes were low but Rich delivered the best possible results, even considering I only hired him 10 hours before my court appearance. I was thoroughly impressed. I thought to m...yself after essentially getting a get-out-of-jail-free card that I probably wouldn’t need a lawyer in Ocean City again, but if I did I’d definitely hire Rich. The second time around, the stakes were much greater and I could not fathom making it through in any good fashion. When I learned of the situation I was in, I immediately contacted Rich. From day one, Rich defied every odd. Hurdle after hurdle, Rich essentially made miracles happen (at least in my eyes). Rich completely knocked it out of the park. Not only did he get rid of a warrant and get a felony charge dismissed, but come the day of the hearing, Rich somehow brokered a deal that allowed me to walk away with literally the best possible deal on the remaining charges. I am blown away. At every step of the process, Rich is the man. Amongst all of his great qualities, at the end of the day Rich treated and spoke with me as another human being. I didn’t feel like just another case, I felt like Rich was pretty much a friend on account of how he treated me. I said it before and I’ll say it again (actually for the last time now): if I ever need an attorney, I’m calling Rich.

Posted by Rob | September 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney

The Best of The Best!

Rich is the best! Look no further! I did the research and called him. He immediately called me back, discussed my concerns and put me at ease. All worked out exactly as he said and perfectly. His excellent communication, knowledge and experience is second to none.

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Richard John Brueckner Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael McGraw

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Our firm regularly refers clients charged with DUI/DWI and criminal offenses to Rich. Rich has an incredible amount of local knowledge regarding what a client can expect if charged with a DUI/criminal offense in Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset and other surrounding counties. I encourage college students, Ocean City visitors and anyone in between to seek Rich's services if they find themselves in handcuffs. I endorse Rich."

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Brian Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich Brueckner is a trustworthy and diligent pro. He has a special relationship with his clients that is evident when I see him in court just before and after he handles their case. It also shows through their reviews of him in all online platforms. I see him regularly in the courts of the lower shore and his results speak for themselves. Top notch, hard worker. legal tactician and tireless."

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Steven Rakow

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rich is a hardworking, professional, and top notch attorney."

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Rue Stewart

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Brueckner is an excellent attorney. He is a strong advocate for his clients and in making sure they get the best possible outcome in court. He is very knowledgeable in the law and has the great experience of having worked for the State's Attorney's Office. I endorse Richard without hesitation."

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Andrew Macdonald

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Richard Brueckner for ten years practicing criminal law with him on the Eastern Shore. I had many cases against him over the last decade when he was a local prosecutor and I was a criminal defense attorney. He is a talented trial attorney with in depth knowledge of criminal law. Having been a prosecutor myself for ten years, I know there is no better training ground for a criminal defense attorney than a long period of time serving as an Assistant State’s Attorney. Richard was not a one year and done prosecutor like other attorneys who advertise themselves as a former prosecutor. There are many intricate details in criminal law trial practice that can only be learned with years in the trenches as an Assistsnt State’s Attorney in the community where you practice. I know from my own experience in Wicomico and Worcester County and my observations of Richard in action that he serves his clients superbly."

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Frank Benvenuto

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Richard Bruekner Jr. I have known him on a professional basis both when he was a former prosecutor for several years and I have also co-counsel worked cases with him. He is an excellent attorney who works hard on behalf of his clients."

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J. Christopher Llinas

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Excellent lawyer. Knows his stuff. Goes the extra mile for his clients. Hire him. You won't regret it."

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Brian Clark

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Rakow

Litigation lawyer

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Rue Stewart

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Macdonald

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Community Leadership Award, Lower Shore Opioid & Addiction Coalition

2017

Community Impact Award, Drug Free Wicomico

2016

Immagination Library Award for Opioid Education and Outreach, Rotary Club of Wicomico County

2015

Light of Literacy Award, United Way

2015

Living United Award, United Way of Maryland

2012

Honorary Colonel: for work in addictions field, Governor Steven Beshear

2011

Outstanding Contribution to Education & Safety, Salisbury University

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Managing Partner, RJB LAW, LLC

2008 - 2018

Senior Assistant State's Attorney, State's Attorney's Office

1996 - 2008

Law Clerk, Law Offices of James Rudolph

Associations

2018 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2018 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2016 - Present

P.T.A.C. Police, Treatment, and Community

Founding Member

2008 - Present

Wicomico County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Lawyers Assistance Program

Member

2008 - 2017

Maryland State's Attorneys' Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Stanley

Case Dismissed by State!

State v. Linn

NOT GUILTY!

State v. Harris

petty theft - 30 days county jail

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Education

2008

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Lake of the Ozarks Legal Forum

DWI Defense

2017

The Regional Opioid and Addiction Coalition Symposium

Opioids: Linking the Legal System and Treatment Providers

2017

Medical Cannabis In Maryland

Medical Cannabis in Maryland

2017

Kansas Bar Association Annual Conference

Ethics, Alcoholism, & Drug Abuse for Lawyers & Judges

2016

Texas Bar Association Annual Conference

Ethics, Alcoholism, & Drug Abuse for Lawyers & Judges

2016

National Association of Drug Diversion and Investigators

Problems with Pill Cases

2016

GOCCP Training

Trial Tactics in Gun Cases

2016

Colorado Corrections Conference

Sensible Sentencing

2014

Tennessee Bar Association Annual Conference

Ethics, Alcoholism, & Drug Abuse for Lawyers & Judges

Publications

2018

PRMC Medical Journal Marijuana: The Changing Landscape

2018

Maryland Trial Lawyers Association Top 3 DUI Mistakes

2018

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association Newsletter Expungement in Maryland

2018

National College for DUI Defense Fighting a DWI/DUI Charge

2017

Maryland Criminal Code Maryland Criminal Code CR 9-303

2017

National College of District Attorneys publication Prosecuting Domestic Violence

Languages

English

Spanish

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