Michael DeHaven
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Licensed for 31 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Criminal Defense
Language
English
About
I am an attorney with over 30 years of litigation experience. As an Assistant State's Attorney, I gained invaluable experience trying cases before Baltimore County Judges & juries. In 1995, I entered private practice, primarily representing members of the Maryland State Teachers Association in criminal and civil matters. In 1996, I joined Bodie, Nagle, Dolina, Smith & Hobbs and initially handled product liability cases while continuing my criminal defense practice. In 2000, I became a partner and was the managing partner in 2002 & 2003. While at Bodie, I developed a close association with Michael Paul Smith, another partner at the firm. In 2011, we merged our practices at Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, where I am focusing on family law and criminal cases. I understand the emotional and financial impact that protracted litigation (especially divorce litigation) can have on a client, and thus I always try to negotiate a fair and amicable resolution of family law matters. I believe that a divorcing couple should make every effort to decide what is in their child's best interest and how to equitably distribute their property. To reach a compromise in a divorce case, the parties and their lawyers must focus on the big picture and negotiate in good faith. I always adopt that approach, but if the opposing party or attorney is unreasonable, I rely upon my courtroom experience to zealously advocate for my clients.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Divorce and separation
Family
Domestic Violence
Language
English
Contact
Law Office of Michael G. DeHaven100 West Pennsylvania Ave.Suite 10Towson, MD, 21204
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Website: N/AReviews
Very professional, helped me along my way in a very lengthy custody battle with my narcissist ex, I can't thank him enough for looking out for my children's best interest.
I had to hire Mr. De Haven last minute because my previous moronic attorney entered an appearance to represent me knowing he had a case already pending. I had to conduct the first part of my trial on my own. This gave Mr. De Haven barely anytime to prepare. When I met with him he gave me the harsh realities we faced. In the courtroom he fought for my son as if it was his own. Needless to say Mr. De Haven represented me like no other. His poise and manner in the courtroom was amazing. He was aggressive and at the same time gave me comfort. Needless to say Mr. De Haven is an attorney I highly recommend and I speak from my heart. Don't second guess this man speaks the truth.
Pros Returned my call to his office quickly. Cons Unfortunately, after hearing a tiny bit about my case, he seemed unsympathetic and basically hung up on me. Did not answer when I called back. Very rude to treat a person that way.
Very professional, helped me along my way in a very lengthy custody battle with my narcissist ex, I can't thank him enough for looking out for my children's best interest.
I had to hire Mr. De Haven last minute because my previous moronic attorney entered an appearance to represent me knowing he had a case already pending. I had to conduct the first part of my trial on my own. This gave Mr. De Haven barely anytime to prepare. When I met with him he gave me the harsh realities we faced. In the courtroom he fought for my son as if it was his own. Needless to say Mr. De Haven represented me like no other. His poise and manner in the courtroom was amazing. He was aggressive and at the same time gave me comfort. Needless to say Mr. De Haven is an attorney I highly recommend and I speak from my heart. Don't second guess this man speaks the truth.
Pros Returned my call to his office quickly. Cons Unfortunately, after hearing a tiny bit about my case, he seemed unsympathetic and basically hung up on me. Did not answer when I called back. Very rude to treat a person that way.
Very professional, helped me along my way in a very lengthy custody battle with my narcissist ex, I can't thank him enough for looking out for my children's best interest.
I had to hire Mr. De Haven last minute because my previous moronic attorney entered an appearance to represent me knowing he had a case already pending. I had to conduct the first part of my trial on my own. This gave Mr. De Haven barely anytime to prepare. When I met with him he gave me the harsh realities we faced. In the courtroom he fought for my son as if it was his own. Needless to say Mr. De Haven represented me like no other. His poise and manner in the courtroom was amazing. He was aggressive and at the same time gave me comfort. Needless to say Mr. De Haven is an attorney I highly recommend and I speak from my heart. Don't second guess this man speaks the truth.
Pros Returned my call to his office quickly. Cons Unfortunately, after hearing a tiny bit about my case, he seemed unsympathetic and basically hung up on me. Did not answer when I called back. Very rude to treat a person that way.