Montella E. Smith
Attorney at Law
8850 Columbia 100 Parkway
Suite 303
Columbia, MD 21045
Telephone: 410-964-2331
Fax: 410-964-2359

Practice Areas Overview

Aggressive Lawyer in Columbia, Maryland

An Overview of Our Criminal Defense Practice

At the Law Offices of Montella E. Smith, we aggressively protect the constitutional rights of men and women in Anne Arundel County, Howard County and Baltimore County, including individuals who have been charged with violating Maryland's drug and traffic laws. A former Baltimore police officer and homicide detective, attorney Smith has a comprehensive understanding of criminal law and police procedures. When you hire us to handle your drug charges, you will work directly with attorney Smith. Contact our offices to arrange a free initial consultation.

Criminal Law

We handle a broad range of felony and misdemeanor charges, from drunk driving and other traffic violations to theft offenses and assault crimes. We aggressively advocate and assert all of your constitutional rights. Remember: You do not have to prove your innocence; the government must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt! To learn more about our general criminal practice, see our criminal law page.

DUI and Traffic Offenses

We defend individuals who have been charged with drinking and driving, handling the motor vehicle administration hearing regarding suspension or revocation of your license as well as the criminal trial. We also handle traffic tickets, including citations for speeding or driving with a suspended license. See our page on DUI and traffic violations for additional information.

Domestic Violence

We will represent you whether you are the victim or the accused in a domestic violence proceeding. We can help you get a protective order or defend you against allegations of domestic violence. For more information, go to our page on domestic violence and protective orders.

Drug Crimes

We protect the rights of men and women who have been charged with violating Maryland's drug laws. We defend charges ranging from simple possession or possession with intent to distribute or drug trafficking. To find out more, go to our page on drug crimes.

Other Practice Areas

We provide counsel on elder law issues and work with individuals who need to put appropriate estate planning tools in place. We handle general civil litigation, including breach of contract and personal injury claims.

To set up a free initial consultation, contact us or call us at 410-964-2331. Our offices are located near Route 100, close to Interstate 95. We are open to meet with clients during normal business hours and are available evenings and weekends by special appointment. We accept all major credit cards.

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Montella E. Smith

Attorney at Law
8850 Columbia 100 Parkway
Suite 303
Columbia, MD 21045
Telephone: 410-964-2331 | Fax: 410-964-2359

At the Law Offices of Montella E. Smith, we represent clients throughout Anne Arundel County, Howard County and Baltimore County in Maryland, including the cities of Catonsville, Arbutus, Columbia, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, Odenton, Jessup, Elkridge, Laurel and Baltimore.

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.