Atty. Gary Stuart Bernstein
SELECTED SELECTED LAWYER OF THE YEAR IN MARYLAND 2024 by Best Lawyers. 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 40 years.
Driving While Intoxicated & More Attorney · Serving Towson, MD · 51+ Years Experience
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About Gary Stuart Bernstein at a Glance
Gary Stuart Bernstein is a Principal based in Towson, Maryland, practicing at Gary S. Bernstein, P.A.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1975) and University of Maryland (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and National College for DUI Defense Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1984— Chairman, Rules Committee, 1990) National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Towson, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Stuart Bernstein
- SELECTED SELECTED LAWYER OF THE YEAR IN MARYLAND 2024 by Best Lawyers
- 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 40 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
- 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, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025
- I have also been selected for inclusion in the 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 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
- 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
- If you are charged with a DUI or any criminal offense, please call our office at or locally at immediately as there are certain critical time limits for your case
Practice Areas Explained
Gary Stuart Bernstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Stuart Bernstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Towson.
DUI / DWI Defense in Towson
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Car Accidents in Towson
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Drug Crimes in Towson
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Wrongful Death in Towson
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Personal Injury in Towson
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Towson
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Towson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Towson Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Towson-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Towson Choose Gary Stuart Bernstein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gary Stuart Bernstein's practice in the field of dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary Stuart Bernstein brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maryland, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland, and U.S. Supreme Court, Gary Stuart Bernstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, car accidents, and drug crimes, Gary Stuart Bernstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Towson
A Towson-based practice means Gary Stuart Bernstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Gary Stuart Bernstein Handles in Towson
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