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John Kudel

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

Spanish

About

Mr. Kudel graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland in 1977 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and received his Juris Doctor Degree in 1980 from American University, Washington College of Law. Prior to his 1980 admission to the Maryland Bar, Mr. Kudel was engaged in other law-related activities. In 1971, Mr. Kudel was sworn in as a Police Officer with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, where he was assigned to the Narcotics and Internal Affairs Divisions. In 1978, Mr. Kudel worked as a white collar crime investigator in the Office of the State's Attorney for Montgomery County, Maryland. From 1986 to 2000, along with practicing law, Mr. Kudel was an Associate Professor at the University of Maryland, University College. In 2000, Mr. Kudel was elected President of the Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland, and the following year, he served as President of the Montgomery County Bar Foundation. In 2002, Mr. Kudel was a Delegate representing Montgomery County, Maryland in the American Bar Association House of Delegates. Also in 2002, Mr. Kudel was elected to serve on The Board Of Governors of the Maryland State Bar Association where he served as a Governor until 2005. Mr. Kudel served five consecutive terms as Treasurer of the Maryland State Bar Association and in 2010, he was elected President-Elect. From 2012 to 2013, Mr. Kudel served as the 119th President of the Maryland State Bar Association. Since 2000, Mr. Kudel has been "Of Counsel" to the Law Firm of Karp, Frosh, Lapidus, Wigodsky and Norwind, P.A., and has represented the firm's clients who are charged with criminal, traffic, juvenile, and domestic disputes in the State of Maryland.In 2010, he formed Kudel, McGann & Del Pino, LLC and in 2013, they added a fourth partner to the Firm, now known as Kudel, McGann, Del Pino & Hughes, LLC where Mr. Kudel continues to serve as the firm's Managing Partner.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Juvenile Law

Language

Spanish

Contact

Karp, Wigodsky, Norwind, Kudel and Gold LLC2273 Research Boulevard, Suite 200Rockville, MD, 20850-2416

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Reviews

William
February 16, 2018

My attorney represented me very well in court. Most importantly, he provided detailed explanations to all of my questions and concerns. This process can be very overwhelming. I was fortunate to have an attorney who was understanding and patient.

Amy
January 25, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of working with John Kudel since 2009 as he was referred to me by a close friend who used his services in the past. I’d like to add that it was the first of multiple times, 3 to be exact, I was unfortunate enough to need his services, but fortunate that I knew someone of his caliber. When you deal with John, you can rest assured that he is going to do all that he can do, and research all that that he can, to help you through the legal situation you are in. His approach is free of judgement and when you let him know your circumstances, he leaves no stone unturned when he asks you questions. He is not one to sugar coat any situation and will tell it like it is, but oddly at the same time, it will reassure you that he is going to take care of it. The great thing about John is that since he has been doing this for 37 years, there is nothing he hasn’t seen. He has a stellar reputation among his legal peers which you can tell when you’ve attended court with him. The judges and state prosecutors all know him by name and he is well liked, which I can tell you, will help you in the long run in court.  On more than one occasion, I could tell that a favorable outcome was a direct result of John’s relationships. This goes to show you the kind of professional he is. He is truly a lawyer you can trust. While this may sound like an oxymoron, I can assure you first hand that with John, you will get first class treatment, no matter how small (or large) the offense.  I have recommended John to countless friends and even family members who have all worked with him. That goes to show how much he is trusted. If you are considering John to represent you, I would look no further.  He is not only skilled, knowledgeable and professional, he is all around a really nice person you would like to get to know.

Samantha
January 4, 2018

John Kudel made it possible for me to have probation before judgement when I was charged with a DUI. He made my paraphernalia charge literally disappear. Not to mention, he has gotten me through a very complication traffic incident with mininal stress and financial burden. I highly recommend John Kudel to anyone seeking an experienced, highly intelligent, and empathetic lawyer for their legal matters. He treated me like a family member from start to finish. Thank you John!

anonymous
December 18, 2017

Mr. Kudel is an excellent attorney. He kept in constant contact with me and resolved my situation far beyond my expectations. Mr. Kudel is a highly skilled atteorney as was able to negotiate with the district attorney to provide me with the best results. I am very grateful for everything he was able to do to resolve my situation. I highly recommend Mr. Kudel for anyone facing a difficult legal challenge, as I know he will tirelessly work to provide the best resolution for your case.

David
December 15, 2017

John Kudel has been a huge and fantastic help to my family. I highly recommend him for any legal matter. I first met John in 2008 when he was representing a young man who was a co-defendant with my son. After observing how John spoke in court and his actions there, I knew I would hire John the next time. The next time we needed an attorney, I hired John. This was for a DWI/DUI case. John was fantastic. John knew the ins and outs of the law, he had a rapport with state's attorney, with the police officers, with the clerks, with the judge, and with my teen-age son. I have engaged John's services several more times over the years, the last time in September 2017. He answers questions, and has helped us with other court matters like expungements and petitions. After my experiences with the legal system these last 10 years, I am even more certain that John Kudel is the best. I and my family are lucky to have found him.

Tara
December 14, 2017

I was referred to Mr. Kudel by a friend who had previously used him in her DWI/DUI case. She told me how great of a lawyer Mr. Kudel was but it wasn't until I hired him as my lawyer in my own DUI/DWI case I saw how great of a lawyer Mr. Kudel is. I have never been in serious "trouble" with the law before so I was very nervous about my pending charges. Once I had my first consultation with Mr. Kudel all of my worries subsided. Mr. Kudel is very knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer and has 37 years of practice under his belt. If you want an experienced lawyer who is going to work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for your pending criminal charges, you definitely want John Kudel as your Lawyer! I would recommend him or anyone at the law practice he works for which is Karp, Wigodsky, Norwind, Kudel & Gold, P.A. located in Rockville MD. Mr. Kudel primarily practices criminal, traffic and juvenile delinquency defense work but his partners specialize in personal injury, medical malpractice, civil litigation, family law, and estate planning so whatever legal situation you find yourself in there is a lawyer for you!

Norris
December 8, 2017

John Kudel is an amazing attorney. From the first day I stepped into his office, he was able to offer me peace about the situation I was in and worked diligently to resolve any issues that were encountered. He's very personable and really made me feel like he was there to help me. Responsive and easy to get a hold of, he assured me everything would be taken care of. The end results truly proved that. I recommend that you check him out if you're in need of the services he offers in the Rockville area.

anonymous
December 5, 2017

John is by far the best lawyer i”ve ever had to represent me. He is professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable in many areas of law. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my matters because i know I’m in good hands. If you want the best contact John immediately.

Shawn
December 4, 2017

Mr.Kudel Gave very good service and got my 2 citations dropped while I was already on probation for a felony. It was the best experience i've had with any lawyer.

Elias
December 4, 2017

My experience with John was extremely positive. I knew almost immediately that John had my best interests at heart. His commitment to resolving my case went beyond the traditional roles of council. I would recommend John as a great attorney and a dedicated individual.

William
February 16, 2018

My attorney represented me very well in court. Most importantly, he provided detailed explanations to all of my questions and concerns. This process can be very overwhelming. I was fortunate to have an attorney who was understanding and patient.

Amy
January 25, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of working with John Kudel since 2009 as he was referred to me by a close friend who used his services in the past. I’d like to add that it was the first of multiple times, 3 to be exact, I was unfortunate enough to need his services, but fortunate that I knew someone of his caliber. When you deal with John, you can rest assured that he is going to do all that he can do, and research all that that he can, to help you through the legal situation you are in. His approach is free of judgement and when you let him know your circumstances, he leaves no stone unturned when he asks you questions. He is not one to sugar coat any situation and will tell it like it is, but oddly at the same time, it will reassure you that he is going to take care of it. The great thing about John is that since he has been doing this for 37 years, there is nothing he hasn’t seen. He has a stellar reputation among his legal peers which you can tell when you’ve attended court with him. The judges and state prosecutors all know him by name and he is well liked, which I can tell you, will help you in the long run in court.  On more than one occasion, I could tell that a favorable outcome was a direct result of John’s relationships. This goes to show you the kind of professional he is. He is truly a lawyer you can trust. While this may sound like an oxymoron, I can assure you first hand that with John, you will get first class treatment, no matter how small (or large) the offense.  I have recommended John to countless friends and even family members who have all worked with him. That goes to show how much he is trusted. If you are considering John to represent you, I would look no further.  He is not only skilled, knowledgeable and professional, he is all around a really nice person you would like to get to know.

Samantha
January 4, 2018

John Kudel made it possible for me to have probation before judgement when I was charged with a DUI. He made my paraphernalia charge literally disappear. Not to mention, he has gotten me through a very complication traffic incident with mininal stress and financial burden. I highly recommend John Kudel to anyone seeking an experienced, highly intelligent, and empathetic lawyer for their legal matters. He treated me like a family member from start to finish. Thank you John!

anonymous
December 18, 2017

Mr. Kudel is an excellent attorney. He kept in constant contact with me and resolved my situation far beyond my expectations. Mr. Kudel is a highly skilled atteorney as was able to negotiate with the district attorney to provide me with the best results. I am very grateful for everything he was able to do to resolve my situation. I highly recommend Mr. Kudel for anyone facing a difficult legal challenge, as I know he will tirelessly work to provide the best resolution for your case.

David
December 15, 2017

John Kudel has been a huge and fantastic help to my family. I highly recommend him for any legal matter. I first met John in 2008 when he was representing a young man who was a co-defendant with my son. After observing how John spoke in court and his actions there, I knew I would hire John the next time. The next time we needed an attorney, I hired John. This was for a DWI/DUI case. John was fantastic. John knew the ins and outs of the law, he had a rapport with state's attorney, with the police officers, with the clerks, with the judge, and with my teen-age son. I have engaged John's services several more times over the years, the last time in September 2017. He answers questions, and has helped us with other court matters like expungements and petitions. After my experiences with the legal system these last 10 years, I am even more certain that John Kudel is the best. I and my family are lucky to have found him.

Tara
December 14, 2017

I was referred to Mr. Kudel by a friend who had previously used him in her DWI/DUI case. She told me how great of a lawyer Mr. Kudel was but it wasn't until I hired him as my lawyer in my own DUI/DWI case I saw how great of a lawyer Mr. Kudel is. I have never been in serious "trouble" with the law before so I was very nervous about my pending charges. Once I had my first consultation with Mr. Kudel all of my worries subsided. Mr. Kudel is very knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer and has 37 years of practice under his belt. If you want an experienced lawyer who is going to work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for your pending criminal charges, you definitely want John Kudel as your Lawyer! I would recommend him or anyone at the law practice he works for which is Karp, Wigodsky, Norwind, Kudel & Gold, P.A. located in Rockville MD. Mr. Kudel primarily practices criminal, traffic and juvenile delinquency defense work but his partners specialize in personal injury, medical malpractice, civil litigation, family law, and estate planning so whatever legal situation you find yourself in there is a lawyer for you!

Norris
December 8, 2017

John Kudel is an amazing attorney. From the first day I stepped into his office, he was able to offer me peace about the situation I was in and worked diligently to resolve any issues that were encountered. He's very personable and really made me feel like he was there to help me. Responsive and easy to get a hold of, he assured me everything would be taken care of. The end results truly proved that. I recommend that you check him out if you're in need of the services he offers in the Rockville area.

anonymous
December 5, 2017

John is by far the best lawyer i”ve ever had to represent me. He is professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable in many areas of law. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my matters because i know I’m in good hands. If you want the best contact John immediately.

Shawn
December 4, 2017

Mr.Kudel Gave very good service and got my 2 citations dropped while I was already on probation for a felony. It was the best experience i've had with any lawyer.

Elias
December 4, 2017

My experience with John was extremely positive. I knew almost immediately that John had my best interests at heart. His commitment to resolving my case went beyond the traditional roles of council. I would recommend John as a great attorney and a dedicated individual.

William
February 16, 2018

My attorney represented me very well in court. Most importantly, he provided detailed explanations to all of my questions and concerns. This process can be very overwhelming. I was fortunate to have an attorney who was understanding and patient.

Amy
January 25, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of working with John Kudel since 2009 as he was referred to me by a close friend who used his services in the past. I’d like to add that it was the first of multiple times, 3 to be exact, I was unfortunate enough to need his services, but fortunate that I knew someone of his caliber. When you deal with John, you can rest assured that he is going to do all that he can do, and research all that that he can, to help you through the legal situation you are in. His approach is free of judgement and when you let him know your circumstances, he leaves no stone unturned when he asks you questions. He is not one to sugar coat any situation and will tell it like it is, but oddly at the same time, it will reassure you that he is going to take care of it. The great thing about John is that since he has been doing this for 37 years, there is nothing he hasn’t seen. He has a stellar reputation among his legal peers which you can tell when you’ve attended court with him. The judges and state prosecutors all know him by name and he is well liked, which I can tell you, will help you in the long run in court.  On more than one occasion, I could tell that a favorable outcome was a direct result of John’s relationships. This goes to show you the kind of professional he is. He is truly a lawyer you can trust. While this may sound like an oxymoron, I can assure you first hand that with John, you will get first class treatment, no matter how small (or large) the offense.  I have recommended John to countless friends and even family members who have all worked with him. That goes to show how much he is trusted. If you are considering John to represent you, I would look no further.  He is not only skilled, knowledgeable and professional, he is all around a really nice person you would like to get to know.

Samantha
January 4, 2018

John Kudel made it possible for me to have probation before judgement when I was charged with a DUI. He made my paraphernalia charge literally disappear. Not to mention, he has gotten me through a very complication traffic incident with mininal stress and financial burden. I highly recommend John Kudel to anyone seeking an experienced, highly intelligent, and empathetic lawyer for their legal matters. He treated me like a family member from start to finish. Thank you John!

anonymous
December 18, 2017

Mr. Kudel is an excellent attorney. He kept in constant contact with me and resolved my situation far beyond my expectations. Mr. Kudel is a highly skilled atteorney as was able to negotiate with the district attorney to provide me with the best results. I am very grateful for everything he was able to do to resolve my situation. I highly recommend Mr. Kudel for anyone facing a difficult legal challenge, as I know he will tirelessly work to provide the best resolution for your case.

David
December 15, 2017

John Kudel has been a huge and fantastic help to my family. I highly recommend him for any legal matter. I first met John in 2008 when he was representing a young man who was a co-defendant with my son. After observing how John spoke in court and his actions there, I knew I would hire John the next time. The next time we needed an attorney, I hired John. This was for a DWI/DUI case. John was fantastic. John knew the ins and outs of the law, he had a rapport with state's attorney, with the police officers, with the clerks, with the judge, and with my teen-age son. I have engaged John's services several more times over the years, the last time in September 2017. He answers questions, and has helped us with other court matters like expungements and petitions. After my experiences with the legal system these last 10 years, I am even more certain that John Kudel is the best. I and my family are lucky to have found him.

Tara
December 14, 2017

I was referred to Mr. Kudel by a friend who had previously used him in her DWI/DUI case. She told me how great of a lawyer Mr. Kudel was but it wasn't until I hired him as my lawyer in my own DUI/DWI case I saw how great of a lawyer Mr. Kudel is. I have never been in serious "trouble" with the law before so I was very nervous about my pending charges. Once I had my first consultation with Mr. Kudel all of my worries subsided. Mr. Kudel is very knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer and has 37 years of practice under his belt. If you want an experienced lawyer who is going to work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for your pending criminal charges, you definitely want John Kudel as your Lawyer! I would recommend him or anyone at the law practice he works for which is Karp, Wigodsky, Norwind, Kudel & Gold, P.A. located in Rockville MD. Mr. Kudel primarily practices criminal, traffic and juvenile delinquency defense work but his partners specialize in personal injury, medical malpractice, civil litigation, family law, and estate planning so whatever legal situation you find yourself in there is a lawyer for you!

Norris
December 8, 2017

John Kudel is an amazing attorney. From the first day I stepped into his office, he was able to offer me peace about the situation I was in and worked diligently to resolve any issues that were encountered. He's very personable and really made me feel like he was there to help me. Responsive and easy to get a hold of, he assured me everything would be taken care of. The end results truly proved that. I recommend that you check him out if you're in need of the services he offers in the Rockville area.

anonymous
December 5, 2017

John is by far the best lawyer i”ve ever had to represent me. He is professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable in many areas of law. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my matters because i know I’m in good hands. If you want the best contact John immediately.

Shawn
December 4, 2017

Mr.Kudel Gave very good service and got my 2 citations dropped while I was already on probation for a felony. It was the best experience i've had with any lawyer.

Elias
December 4, 2017

My experience with John was extremely positive. I knew almost immediately that John had my best interests at heart. His commitment to resolving my case went beyond the traditional roles of council. I would recommend John as a great attorney and a dedicated individual.