About
Marc Emden
Maryland Criminal and Civil Trial attorney
Maryland Criminal and Civil Trial attorney Marc Emden represents clients in the District of Columbia and throughout Maryland, including Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, and other areas in Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Howard County, Dorchester County, Washington County, and other counties in Maryland.
Marc was born and raised in Silver Spring, Maryland, attended Northwood High School, graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland with a degree in Government & Politics, and received his law degree from the American University Washington College of Law in 1981.
Marc climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in 2005.
He has performed improvisational comedy is currently performing as an actor.
Work Experience
For over 30 years, Marc has handled civil and criminal cases in Maryland and DC. He has represented victims of identity theft, people injured in car accidents, and clients facing criminal charges ranging from driving on a suspended license to murder. Currently, Emden Law most often handles cases such as:
- Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
- Drinking and Driving Offenses: DUI / DWI
- Drug Offenses
- Internet and Computer Crimes
- Sexual Offenses
- Suspended/Revoked License
- Theft Offenses/White Collar Crimes
- Violent Crimes
Professional Involvement
2008 – present
Member Maryland State Bar Association Committee on Ethics
Mediator for the Circuit Court for Montgomery County and Howard County
2013 – present
Mediator in Peace Order cases for the District Court of Maryland
2008 – present
Day of Trial Mediator in civil cases for the District Court of Maryland
2008 – 2011
Co-Chair of the Montgomery County Bar Association Criminal Law Section
2011 – Present
Judge at a number of Mock Trial competitions at the American University Washington College of Law
May 2003
Author of “When Cars and People Collide,” published in the Legal Times
What We Do
Practice Areas
Peace Orders
Protective Orders
Revenge Porn Crimes
Stalking & Harrassment
Domestic Violence
Cyber Crimes
Drug Possession
Fraud Offenses
DUI & DWI
Traffic Violations
Our Philosophy
The Law Should Serve People, Not Bully Them!
This is the belief I have applied to every case I have worked on since I started my law practice over 30 years ago. I know that people often find themselves facing the legal system unexpectedly, whether it’s a DUI arrest or dealing with an insurance company after they have been injured in a car crash. Facing the legal system can feel confusing and complex; its limitless resources are intimidating, you may be too disheartened to fight back, or you may not know how to fight back. This is where I can help you.
My job is to take the weight of your case off your shoulders. As your attorney, I will explain the possible penalties you are facing and the best path to take in your case. Should your case go to trial, I will prepare you for what to expect and how best to present your case. My main goal is to give you relief and to win your case. I will, therefore, use all of my professional and personal powers to find ways to win acquittals, judgments, or settlements.
I am your sole attorney, which means that I, not an associate, will personally handle your case from start to finish. With the help of my fantastic staff, nothing will slip through the cracks, as it may in a large firm where cases are often handed over from associate to associate. I will conduct your initial interview, request all the necessary documentation from authorities, and accompany you to hearings or trials in court.
The legal system requires a strong command of the law and a diplomatic touch. I have been a personal attorney for individuals and businesses for over thirty years, during which time I have built a favorable rapport with judges, prosecutors, and police officers. I often meet these individuals in professional environments during social functions and through my extensive involvement in bar associations and membership in legal committees. I have developed a reputation for persuasive advocacy, legal scholarship, and high-minded ethics.
Another benefit of my extensive experience is my understanding of the specific hardships you may be facing. I understand that a history of alcoholism in the family may impact the reason you drank a little too much the night you were arrested for a DUI, or that a history of mental disabilities may be the reason you are facing criminal charges. I listen to my clients. I want to understand their struggles and ensure they are considered when preparing the best case possible. The bottom line is that you have rights, and I will protect them.