Guiding You Every Step of the Way

Focusing on Family Law, Criminal Defense, DWI/DUI, and Personal Injury, we offer compassionate, personalized support tailored to your unique situation. With years of experience and a proven track record, our dedicated team fights tirelessly to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcomes. Contact us today to see how we can help you.

Our Philosophy

Whether you are in search of legal services in the areas of family law, criminal defense, personal injury, or trusts and estates, we will provide you with exceptional, professional representation with a personal touch to help you navigate the legal waters.

We are a criminal and civil practice firm assisting clients with family law, personal injury and medical malpractice, criminal defense, and trusts and estates. We recognize that going through a divorce, fighting for custody of your child, being charged with a crime, recovering from a wrongful injury, determining how to structure a will, or facing a civil dispute can be a difficult experience. Our lawyers have extensive knowledge in each of these areas and want to help you achieve the best possible results.

We recognize that you are an individual with your unique needs, concerns, and objectives. That is why from the moment you retain us, we commit to being by your side, listening to your input, answering your questions thoroughly, and advocating for you.

Practice Areas

Family Law

  • Divorce/Separation
  • Alimony
  • Property Settlements
  • Child Custody, Visitation, and Access
  • Post/Pre-nuptial Agreements
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Criminal Defense

  • DWI/DUI
  • Serious Felony
  • Misdemeanor
  • Traffic Offenses
  • MVA Hearings
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Personal Injury

  • Auto Accident Injury
  • Work Injury
  • Medical Malpractice Injury
  • Disability
  • Slip and Fall Injury
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Frequently Asked Questions

Our attorneys focus on Family Law (including divorce, custody, and property settlements), Criminal Defense (including DWI/DUI and serious felony cases), and Personal Injury matters (including auto accidents and medical malpractice). Each case is unique, and we provide personalized attention to understand your specific situation.

You can schedule a consultation by calling our office at (301) 739-7400. We offer consultations at our Hagerstown office, and in some circumstances, we may be able to arrange meetings at your home, workplace, or hospital if necessary.

We serve clients throughout Washington County and surrounding areas in Maryland. Our office is located in downtown Hagerstown, and we regularly assist clients from Frederick, Boonsboro, Smithsburg, and other nearby communities.

For your initial consultation, it's helpful to bring any relevant documents related to your case. This might include police reports, medical records, correspondence, court documents, or any other paperwork that could help us understand your situation better.

Our fee structures vary depending on the type of case and its complexity. During your initial consultation, we'll discuss the potential approaches to your case and provide information about applicable fees and payment options. We strive to be transparent about costs from the beginning of our relationship.

Contact Us

Address

Metzner & Houpt - Attorneys at Law
20 W. Washington St, Suite 400
Hagerstown, MD 21740

Email

contact@mhlawmd.com

Phone

301-739-7400

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