FrizWoods LLC is a Maryland-based criminal defense law firm specializing exclusively in protecting clients facing serious criminal allegations. Founded by former prosecutor Max Frizalone and former public defender Luke Woods, the firm stands out for its dual-perspective approach, aggressive courtroom strategies, and commitment to direct attorney-client communication from the initial consultation onward.
The firm focuses exclusively on criminal defense, leveraging over 35 years of combined experience to handle cases across central Maryland’s District and Circuit Courts. Their team builds fast, practical defense plans tailored to client goals—whether seeking dismissal, charge reduction, or trial—and offers flat fees and payment plans to make expert representation accessible. They serve individuals accused of misdemeanors and felonies, prioritizing responsive, round-the-clock communication and thorough case preparation.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- DUI and DWI Defense
- Assault Charges (First Degree, Second Degree, Domestic, Law Enforcement)
- Drug Cases (Possession, Distribution, Conspiracy)
- Gun Charges (Unlawful Possession, Ghost Guns, Felon in Possession, Firearm Use in Crime of Violence)
- Theft Cases (Shoplifting, Felony Theft)
- Felony Defense
- Misdemeanor Defense
- Bail Hearings
- Probation Violations
- Juvenile Defense
- Sexual Offenses
- Property Crimes
- Fraud and Bad Check Cases
- Traffic Citations
- Resisting Arrest
- Extreme Risk Protective Orders
- Speedy Trial Assertion
- Expungement
FrizWoods appears regularly in courts throughout central Maryland, including Anne Arundel, Howard, Prince George’s, Baltimore, Charles, Calvert, Carroll, and St. Mary’s Counties, with physical offices in Upper Marlboro, Columbia, Severna Park, and North Beach. The firm has handled over 1,030 cases since 2022, achieving 469 dismissals and helping clients avoid 671 convictions.
