This is the go-to firm for criminal defense Jan 30, 2026

This is the go-to firm for any criminal defense work. Justin Lake was my attorney, and he was wonderful. He really cares about his clients, and I was very pleased with my outcome. Communication at this firm is top notch and very professional. His paralegal, Kristina, was wonderful also. I would highly recommend Justin and the entire Shapiro, Zwanetz & Lake team. Thank you, Justin and Kristina!

AGW21122

I Cannot Recommend Justin Lake Enough Dec 28, 2025

I cannot recommend Justin Lake highly enough. From the very beginning, he was responsive, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive during a stressful and uncertain time. He took the time to explain every step of the process clearly, kept me informed throughout, and worked diligently with the State to achieve the best possible outcome. Justin’s professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care made a difficult situation far more manageable. Thanks to his efforts, my case was resolved favorably, and he continued to guide me through the final steps to ensure everything was properly closed. I’m truly grateful for his representation and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of thoughtful, dependable legal counsel.

Sankalp Nagpal

Justin Is the Best Attorney in Howard County Dec 9, 2025

Justin is the best attorney in Howard County. He works his hardest to get you the best deal. He is the epitome of a great lawyer/leader. Kristina is the absolute best. She’s well organized and makes sure you are as well for court. She understands tensions get high at our lowest. She goes above and beyond to make sure you keep your head on your shoulders.

Primetime Buda

Getting the best possible I could hope for Nov 26, 2025

Complete experience, from pre-trial suggestions to litigation, and getting the best possible I could have hoped for... thank you, J. Lake.

Gerard Andersen

Mr. Zwanetz is an outstanding attorney. Oct 25, 2025

Mr. Zwanetz is an outstanding attorney. From the start, he was super responsive and I could tell he truly cared about my case. He ensured that I received the best possible outcome. He's the type of lawyer who was called to the profession. If you need a lawyer who's knowledgeable, dedicated, and genuinely has your back, I highly recommend David Zwanetz.

Joyce Atanga

I cannot recommend David enough Sep 29, 2025

As an attorney, you kind of hope that you and/or your friends and family never need a lawyer. This past summer, someone I am very close with found themself in the middle of a criminal investigation. I reached out to one of my closest friends, who is a very seasoned and experienced criminal prosecutor, and without hesitation, this person recommended David Zwanetz. David is the kind of attorney that all attorneys, and particularly young attorneys, should look to emulate in terms of professionalism. My friend told me that David is known for getting involved in cases on the front end and beginning the work to get the matter in a posture that allows his client the best possible outcome. I was told that David is pleasant, professional, and most importantly, honest. David lived up to every bit of his reputation. From the beginning, it was agreed that I would be the point of contact between David and the client because of my long-standing relationship with the client. David was incredibly responsive, even to emails sent at 11:00 p.m. He got in touch with the investigating agency quickly and handled all communications to and from them. David's involvement and advocacy were crucial parts of a very positive outcome. He was a true answer to prayer. As an attorney, I cannot recommend David enough as a criminal defense attorney. He's on my personal speed dial and without reservation, I'll be passing his name along to anyone that I know who needs a criminal defense attorney.

Andy Nichols