
Gary Bernstein
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Law Degree
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Primary Practice Area
Criminal Defense
Language
English
About
I am a former Assistant State's Attorney for Baltimore City and have been in the private practice of criminal and drunk driving law for over 30 years. My tag says "No Plea" because I am known for trying cases. Many lawyers look to get in and out of court as quickly as possible. My objective is to secure the best possible outcome for my clients. I'm no pallbearer. I handle all state and federal criminal and traffic matters, including appeals to the Court of Special Appeals and the Court of Appeals. I can assist with criminal and DUI matters throughout Maryland including Anne Arundel County (Annapolis and Glen Burnie), Baltimore County (Catonsville, Towson, and Essex), Carroll County, Cecil County, Harford County, Howard County, and Baltimore City.I have been named Maryland Super Lawyer for Criminal Defense: DWI/DUI for 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021. I have also been selected for inclusion in the 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 editions of The Best Lawyers In America in the practice of DUI/DWI Defense. I have been AV Peer Review Related by Martindale-Hubbell since 1990. This is the "Highest Possible Peer Review Rating In Legal Ability & Ethical Standards" by this organization that uses peer review to evaluate lawyers in the United States and Canada.In addition to DUI defense, I am actively engaged in the defense of people accused of all criminal matters. The defense of drug distribution and drug possession cases make up a considerable part of my criminal practice.I have co-authored books and taught continuing legal education courses for criminal defense lawyers since 1982.These are reference books that even the judges make use of:"Handling DWI Cases""Criminal Practice and Procedure in the District Court of Maryland"In November 2003 I successfully completed the 24 hour National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) training course for administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. This training provides me with an inside look at the actual police training and what was required at the roadside when you were administered these exercises.Maryland DUI, Criminal Law, Drunk Driving, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death AttorneySELECTED BY HIS PEERS 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021. AS MARYLAND SUPER LAWYER CRIMINAL DEFENSE: DUI/DWI.SELECTED THE BEST LAWYER ON AMERICA DUI/DWI 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021.If you are charged with a DUI, please call our office at 866-435-2795 or locally at 410-415-9219 immediately as there are certain critical time limits for your case.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
DUI and DWI
Language
English
Contact
Gary S. Bernstein, P.A.215 Washington AvenueSuite 700Towson, MD, 21204
Office: (844) 409-2539
Website: N/AReviews
Gary Bernstein stated that everything was going to be ok and stated that he has kept worse cases from jail time. It was clear, from the start, that he understood the situation, what needed to be done, and what the outcome was likely to be. After giving me some tasks to perform while waiting for trial, and me completing what he had asked me to, the outcome was what he said it would be, no jail time!
Gary is very professional, he will answer at all hours and give you advice on how you should act in and out of court. HIGHLY recommend! I was facing some very serious charges including a felony 25+ years. Gary was able to get it down to just a misdemeanor with probation, & it will turn into a pbj afterwards! Worked his magic in the court room! No bull with him he's very straightforward & that is what you want! A steal For what he charges! Great court control & definitely has strong relationships with judges & prosecutors especially in my specific case. #bettercallgary #noplea
Gary was great from the start. He got me setup with everything that I needed to do within 3 days of hiring him. Went through every part of the body camera footage and broke holes in each part of the prosecutor's case. Case dismissed. He made one of the worst days of my life into one that won't hang over my head forever
When it comes to a lawyer, they don’t get any better than Mr. Bernstein ! He is true to his word , and most of all he is truly about his business when it come a to a case. This man literally saved my life ! When I had doubts about going to trail , he had confidence in knowing a great percentage of the out come . Best lawyer ones money will ever be spent on !
After speaking with Gary I decided to hire him and I do not regret it. He knows the law and does his homework very thoroughly to the point that he got my case dismissed on a technicality
When my wife and I received the call from our son that he had been cited with a DUI, we experienced a range of emotions. We interviewed four attorneys and Gary instantly stood out. He was empathetic to our situation and provided expert service throughout. He always answered our calls and gave our son great life advice. THE BEST!!
I was recommended to Gary by another lawyer. I respected him from the initial consult and glad I stuck with him. He gave great advice and told me straight up what I did wrong and what I need to do (both personally and legally) to get correct. Once court came around I received a very favorable outcome. Gary gave me additional options to take my case further and try to get everything dropped. We did and he got it done. I went in with a moderate expectation and came out with the best outcome. Can't thank him enough. Highly recommend. Very professional and very knowledgeable.
Gary was always quick to respond, and will actually fight for you and not just throw you to a plea deal. Thank you for the not guilty Gary !
I think Gary Bernstein is the best lawyer I can imagine there is. I made a mistake that I didn’t even know was against the law - I pushed someone out of my way after he threatened my friends and me. I just wanted to get out of the situation and did not know that pushing is a 2nd degree assault. I made a lot more problems for myself after the police came and was in a lot of legal trouble, facing a lot of jail time. When I was able to talk to Gary, he helped talk me down from my severe anxiety and let me know he was there to help and would do everything in his power to keep me out of jail. Even though he listened to me recount what happened, he warned me that he couldn’t make any comments until he saw body cam footage. He saw that I was telling the truth, which was still really bad. The most serious charge I faced was baseless, just like I had said. Gary immediately contacted the prosecutor and had that charge dropped. Even though I faced more serious charges, that was a huge relief. Gary was really upfront with me and firm which was good for me in that situation. I don’t think I would feel comfortable with a lawyer that was not so confident, realistic and commanding. He took charge of my future, and in the end, saved my life. Literally, my whole future would have been ruined. All of the most serious charges were dropped, to my shock and surprise. I just couldn't believe it. Gary was able to work his expertise and focus on my case, so that when we went in to the courtroom, he was amazing to watch. I really was in awe of his abilities and that he got me unsupervised probation opposed to potentially quite a lot of time in jail. Gary’s skills, approach, experience and reputation really make me see why he is a Maryland Superlawyer 2007-2021 and one of the Best Lawyers in America 2008-2021, year after year. He is so knowledgable. I cannot say enough about Gary. He cares about his clients, too and works really really intensely in his job. I owe Gary Bernstein the biggest THANK YOU of my life.
Gary S. Bernstein was completely prepared and informed to handle our case. His advice prior to and after were spot on. Using his extensive knowledge and skills he was able to have all charges dismissed as well as having them expunged from record. This outcome was well beyond expectation. As I said previously he was fully prepared!
Gary Bernstein stated that everything was going to be ok and stated that he has kept worse cases from jail time. It was clear, from the start, that he understood the situation, what needed to be done, and what the outcome was likely to be. After giving me some tasks to perform while waiting for trial, and me completing what he had asked me to, the outcome was what he said it would be, no jail time!
Gary is very professional, he will answer at all hours and give you advice on how you should act in and out of court. HIGHLY recommend! I was facing some very serious charges including a felony 25+ years. Gary was able to get it down to just a misdemeanor with probation, & it will turn into a pbj afterwards! Worked his magic in the court room! No bull with him he's very straightforward & that is what you want! A steal For what he charges! Great court control & definitely has strong relationships with judges & prosecutors especially in my specific case. #bettercallgary #noplea
Gary was great from the start. He got me setup with everything that I needed to do within 3 days of hiring him. Went through every part of the body camera footage and broke holes in each part of the prosecutor's case. Case dismissed. He made one of the worst days of my life into one that won't hang over my head forever
When it comes to a lawyer, they don’t get any better than Mr. Bernstein ! He is true to his word , and most of all he is truly about his business when it come a to a case. This man literally saved my life ! When I had doubts about going to trail , he had confidence in knowing a great percentage of the out come . Best lawyer ones money will ever be spent on !
After speaking with Gary I decided to hire him and I do not regret it. He knows the law and does his homework very thoroughly to the point that he got my case dismissed on a technicality
When my wife and I received the call from our son that he had been cited with a DUI, we experienced a range of emotions. We interviewed four attorneys and Gary instantly stood out. He was empathetic to our situation and provided expert service throughout. He always answered our calls and gave our son great life advice. THE BEST!!
I was recommended to Gary by another lawyer. I respected him from the initial consult and glad I stuck with him. He gave great advice and told me straight up what I did wrong and what I need to do (both personally and legally) to get correct. Once court came around I received a very favorable outcome. Gary gave me additional options to take my case further and try to get everything dropped. We did and he got it done. I went in with a moderate expectation and came out with the best outcome. Can't thank him enough. Highly recommend. Very professional and very knowledgeable.
Gary was always quick to respond, and will actually fight for you and not just throw you to a plea deal. Thank you for the not guilty Gary !
I think Gary Bernstein is the best lawyer I can imagine there is. I made a mistake that I didn’t even know was against the law - I pushed someone out of my way after he threatened my friends and me. I just wanted to get out of the situation and did not know that pushing is a 2nd degree assault. I made a lot more problems for myself after the police came and was in a lot of legal trouble, facing a lot of jail time. When I was able to talk to Gary, he helped talk me down from my severe anxiety and let me know he was there to help and would do everything in his power to keep me out of jail. Even though he listened to me recount what happened, he warned me that he couldn’t make any comments until he saw body cam footage. He saw that I was telling the truth, which was still really bad. The most serious charge I faced was baseless, just like I had said. Gary immediately contacted the prosecutor and had that charge dropped. Even though I faced more serious charges, that was a huge relief. Gary was really upfront with me and firm which was good for me in that situation. I don’t think I would feel comfortable with a lawyer that was not so confident, realistic and commanding. He took charge of my future, and in the end, saved my life. Literally, my whole future would have been ruined. All of the most serious charges were dropped, to my shock and surprise. I just couldn't believe it. Gary was able to work his expertise and focus on my case, so that when we went in to the courtroom, he was amazing to watch. I really was in awe of his abilities and that he got me unsupervised probation opposed to potentially quite a lot of time in jail. Gary’s skills, approach, experience and reputation really make me see why he is a Maryland Superlawyer 2007-2021 and one of the Best Lawyers in America 2008-2021, year after year. He is so knowledgable. I cannot say enough about Gary. He cares about his clients, too and works really really intensely in his job. I owe Gary Bernstein the biggest THANK YOU of my life.
Gary S. Bernstein was completely prepared and informed to handle our case. His advice prior to and after were spot on. Using his extensive knowledge and skills he was able to have all charges dismissed as well as having them expunged from record. This outcome was well beyond expectation. As I said previously he was fully prepared!
Gary Bernstein stated that everything was going to be ok and stated that he has kept worse cases from jail time. It was clear, from the start, that he understood the situation, what needed to be done, and what the outcome was likely to be. After giving me some tasks to perform while waiting for trial, and me completing what he had asked me to, the outcome was what he said it would be, no jail time!
Gary is very professional, he will answer at all hours and give you advice on how you should act in and out of court. HIGHLY recommend! I was facing some very serious charges including a felony 25+ years. Gary was able to get it down to just a misdemeanor with probation, & it will turn into a pbj afterwards! Worked his magic in the court room! No bull with him he's very straightforward & that is what you want! A steal For what he charges! Great court control & definitely has strong relationships with judges & prosecutors especially in my specific case. #bettercallgary #noplea
Gary was great from the start. He got me setup with everything that I needed to do within 3 days of hiring him. Went through every part of the body camera footage and broke holes in each part of the prosecutor's case. Case dismissed. He made one of the worst days of my life into one that won't hang over my head forever
When it comes to a lawyer, they don’t get any better than Mr. Bernstein ! He is true to his word , and most of all he is truly about his business when it come a to a case. This man literally saved my life ! When I had doubts about going to trail , he had confidence in knowing a great percentage of the out come . Best lawyer ones money will ever be spent on !
After speaking with Gary I decided to hire him and I do not regret it. He knows the law and does his homework very thoroughly to the point that he got my case dismissed on a technicality
When my wife and I received the call from our son that he had been cited with a DUI, we experienced a range of emotions. We interviewed four attorneys and Gary instantly stood out. He was empathetic to our situation and provided expert service throughout. He always answered our calls and gave our son great life advice. THE BEST!!
I was recommended to Gary by another lawyer. I respected him from the initial consult and glad I stuck with him. He gave great advice and told me straight up what I did wrong and what I need to do (both personally and legally) to get correct. Once court came around I received a very favorable outcome. Gary gave me additional options to take my case further and try to get everything dropped. We did and he got it done. I went in with a moderate expectation and came out with the best outcome. Can't thank him enough. Highly recommend. Very professional and very knowledgeable.
Gary was always quick to respond, and will actually fight for you and not just throw you to a plea deal. Thank you for the not guilty Gary !
I think Gary Bernstein is the best lawyer I can imagine there is. I made a mistake that I didn’t even know was against the law - I pushed someone out of my way after he threatened my friends and me. I just wanted to get out of the situation and did not know that pushing is a 2nd degree assault. I made a lot more problems for myself after the police came and was in a lot of legal trouble, facing a lot of jail time. When I was able to talk to Gary, he helped talk me down from my severe anxiety and let me know he was there to help and would do everything in his power to keep me out of jail. Even though he listened to me recount what happened, he warned me that he couldn’t make any comments until he saw body cam footage. He saw that I was telling the truth, which was still really bad. The most serious charge I faced was baseless, just like I had said. Gary immediately contacted the prosecutor and had that charge dropped. Even though I faced more serious charges, that was a huge relief. Gary was really upfront with me and firm which was good for me in that situation. I don’t think I would feel comfortable with a lawyer that was not so confident, realistic and commanding. He took charge of my future, and in the end, saved my life. Literally, my whole future would have been ruined. All of the most serious charges were dropped, to my shock and surprise. I just couldn't believe it. Gary was able to work his expertise and focus on my case, so that when we went in to the courtroom, he was amazing to watch. I really was in awe of his abilities and that he got me unsupervised probation opposed to potentially quite a lot of time in jail. Gary’s skills, approach, experience and reputation really make me see why he is a Maryland Superlawyer 2007-2021 and one of the Best Lawyers in America 2008-2021, year after year. He is so knowledgable. I cannot say enough about Gary. He cares about his clients, too and works really really intensely in his job. I owe Gary Bernstein the biggest THANK YOU of my life.
Gary S. Bernstein was completely prepared and informed to handle our case. His advice prior to and after were spot on. Using his extensive knowledge and skills he was able to have all charges dismissed as well as having them expunged from record. This outcome was well beyond expectation. As I said previously he was fully prepared!