Have You Been Charged With a Crime? We Fight to Protect Your Rights.

Facing criminal charges can be scary and overwhelming. At Ortega Law, LLC, our job is to make the process less intimidating by advising you of your rights and your options and then planning a course of attack. Whether you are facing criminal charges, DUI, or serious traffic offenses, we will guide you through the legal process, fighting zealously for you every step of the way.

Seasoned Defense for Clients Throughout Maryland

Our Mission Is To Fight Zealously For YOU

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Criminal Defense

We are in your corner battling charges for assault, burglary, robbery, theft, drug violations, DUI, protective orders, arrest warrants, and other offenses. We will relieve some of your stress by guiding you through the legal process.

Juvenile Defense

When your child is facing a juvenile delinquency charge, having an experienced attorney on their side can make all the difference. A juvenile defense attorney will carefully investigate the allegations, protect your child’s rights, and work to achieve the best possible outcome. Whether through negotiation, diversion, or trial, the goal is to minimize the consequences and help protect your child’s future. From the initial court appearance through resolution of the case, you can have an advocate who understands the juvenile justice system and will fight for your child every step of the way.

DUI / Serious Traffic

A DUI or serious traffic charge can have significant consequences for your freedom, driving privileges, and employment. An experienced defense attorney will carefully examine the traffic stop, field sobriety testing, chemical testing, and all other evidence to identify weaknesses in the State’s case and protect your rights. Whether facing a DUI, DWI, reckless driving, or another serious traffic offense, your attorney can provide aggressive representation and work toward the best possible outcome—whether through negotiation, dismissal, or trial.

Experience You Can Trust

Our firm’s focus is on criminal defense for adults and youths. Whether you have been accused of a crime or were recently injured in an auto accident, we can help. With ever-changing laws and opponents that have tons of resources at their disposal, you need someone on your side who knows how to overcome all of the obstacles and achieve your goals.

The attorneys at Ortega Law, LLC, have successfully represented clients throughout Maryland, located in Anne Arundel County, for many years. Our familiar knowledge of the procedures and judges in this jurisdiction has us get the best possible results for our clients.

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We Go the Extra Mile for You

Our attorneys, Joshua Ortega, represent individuals charged with a wide variety of crimes. Whether you need a juvenile law attorney to represent your child in a juvenile case or a drug defense lawyer for a felony drug case, we know the law and work tirelessly to provide you with the best defense. Our mission is to go the extra mile for you. We explore every possible path for a favorable outcome. While we do not guarantee your results, we will be alongside you every step of the way.

What Our Clients Say

“I would highly recommend Mr. Ortega to anyone who needs representation. He was very professional, respectful and determined. He responded to all email quickly and answered any questions I had in depth. He made time to have appointments in person to go over the steps and process the case. He took the case seriously and the outcome was exactly what I wanted. The case was dismissed at the preliminary hearing. I appreciate Mr. Ortega so much. If you want the best outcome for your case, I suggest you see Mr. Ortega!!!”

– Autumn Akers

“Joshua Ortega is a fierce advocate who is very knowledgeable of the law. He is compassionate in his approach with clients and explains the legal process clearly. I highly recommend

- Kirk Lundell

“Mr. Ortega is great! After months of litigation, he took the time for research to find the information that ultimately won my case. Much appreciation and thanks to him. He is personable and I owe him many thanks.”

- Rodolfo Rincon

“Joshua Ortega provided me with timely and affordable legal counsel in my time of need. He graciously provided comfort and assurance when community my legal options and their possible outcomes. He even requested follow up from me, showing sincere empathy for my situation. I would greatly recommend

- Keiana Harris

“Windy was awesome. She worked with my son on very short notice but we are still very well prepared. She gave us every scenario and possible outcome. She told us that “homework” we needed to do for her and she compiled it into a great defense. Many thanks to her and her law firm!”

- Angela Blackstone

– Autumn Akers

“Joshua Ortega is a fierce advocate who is very knowledgeable of the law. He is compassionate in his approach with clients and explains the legal process clearly. I highly recommend

- Kirk Lundell

- Rodolfo Rincon

- Keiana Harris

- Angela Blackstone

Our Guarantee

We guarantee effective and comprehensive representation every step of the way. At Ortega Law, LLC, we pride ourselves on helping our clients get the justice they deserve. We achieve these results through our dedication and commitment to your needs. We spend time providing you with the information you need because we believe that the more you know, the better you can make decisions when facing criminal charges.

Schedule A Consultation

If you’ve been arrested or anticipate criminal charges, you need a knowledgeable, experienced criminal defense attorney working on your behalf. Your freedom, your finances, and your reputation depend on it. At Ortega Law, LLC, our attorneys put 100% into your case and always work on your behalf within the context of the law. Send us an email or call our office in Pasadena, Maryland, today at (410) 760-6008 to schedule a consultation.

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