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James E Crawford Jr.

James E Crawford Jr.

James E Crawford Jr. & Associates
  • Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI ...
  • Maryland, Maryland
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Attorney James E. Crawford, Jr.
Founder and Managing Partner
As a Baltimore-native, Attorney James Crawford grew up watching his father interact with some of the best judges and prosecutors in the state, using forcefulness and grace to navigate complex legal situations. He learned that the power to change the life of even one client is worth more than any amount of money or prestige.
As one of the most capable and tenacious trial lawyers in Maryland, he has enjoyed an extraordinary amount of successes on behalf of clients, spending just about every day of his working career in a Maryland courtroom.
The Founding of His Own Firm
In 1992, he founded the Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates to address the need for a qualified criminal lawyer in Baltimore. He has established himself as a premier practitioner in the state of Maryland.
Since entering private practice, Jim Crawford has handled many notable cases that have appeared in the media. The type of cases ranges from ordinary citizens to police officers, professional athletes, lawyer, doctors, politicians, and other persons of notoriety.
Areas of Practice
Federal Criminal Law
State Courts
Sex Crimes and Registration
Computer Crimes
Assault
Drugs and Distribution
White Collar
Theft
DWI and Traffic
Drug Charges
Weapon and Violent Charges
Domestic Violence
Juvenile Cause
Divorce and Custody
Protective Orders
Child Pornography
Bar Admissions
Maryland Bar, 1992
United States District Court of Maryland, 1994
Education
University School of Law Baltimore Maryland: Juris Doctorate, 1992
University of Baltimore School of Law Baltimore, Maryland: Bachelor of Arts Legal Studies, 1998
Frostburg State College: Bachelor of Science, 1995
Mount St. Joseph High School: High School Diploma, 1980
Honors & Awards
Maryland Super Lawyer Listings, 2014–2017
Top Lawyer Maryland Award Legal Network, 2013
AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubble Award, 2005–2017
AV Preeminent Lexis Nexis Peer Review Highest Rating, 2009–2017

Education
University of Baltimore School of Law
J.D. | Law
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Honors: Juris Doctor
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University of Maryland - Baltimore
M.A. (1987) | Law
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University of Maryland - Baltimore
B.S. (1985) | Frostburg State College
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Professional Experience
Attorney at Law
James E Crawford Jr. & Associates
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Established James E Crawford Jr. Law Firm
Publications
Articles & Publications
SEX OFFENSES AND THE HUMAN MIND
Scorpion Law
How the Cosby case causes evidentiary rifts in common sense
Legal Publications
There is Only an Opportunity for Justice
Legal Publishing
Defending a Domestic Violence Allegation in Baltimore, MD
Speaking Engagements
Mount Saint Joseph Award Alumni
Awards
Super Lawyer
Martindale Hubble
2014-2017
Alumni of the Year
Mount Saint Joseph HS
Top Lawyer Baltimore
Washington Post
AV Preeminent Peer Review Highest 2005-2012
Martindale Hubbell
AV Rating Best of Baltimore Award- 2011
Professional Associations
American Association for Justice
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Americas DUI DWI Attorneys
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Criminal Defense Lawyers Group
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Forensic Science Litigation Attorney Network
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White Collar Criminal Defense Attorneys
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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James E Crawford Jr & Associates, LLC
Senior Managing Partner
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Activities: Founding Partner of James E Crawford Jr & Associates, LLC
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Maryland Bar Association
Lawyer
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Maryland
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Maryland
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7th Circuit
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
DUI & DWI
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
White Collar Crime
Additional Practice Area
  • Sex Crimes
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates
Website
Blog
Contact & Map
Main office - Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates
999 Corporate Blvd. Suite 100
Linthicum, MD 21090
Telephone: (443) 709-9999
Cell: (443) 829-1446
Fax: (443) 919-4207
Arbutus Office
1435 Sulphur Spring Rd.
Arbutus, MD 21227
Toll-Free: (443) 709-9999
Cell: (443) 829-1446
Fax: (443) 919-4207