Best Defamation, Libel & Slander Lawyers in Annapolis, MD

24 firms listed · 12 in Annapolis · 5 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Council, Baradel, Kosmerl & Nolan

Council, Baradel, Kosmerl & Nolan

(45)
  • Military
  • Knowledge
  • Documents
“I have told all my friends about her - she understands that not everyone is well-versed in law, and that creating a trust can be an emotional experience.”
In Business Since 2014
Transparent Fees & Pricing
125 West St 4th floor, Annapolis, MD
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Law Office of Leonard A. Englander

Law Office of Leonard A. Englander

(49)
  • Confident
  • Call
  • Information
“He was incredibly helpful, straight to the point (which I appreciate greatly), and let me know what my options were and what he thought the best next steps were.”
In Business Since 2017
210 Legion Ave #6813, Annapolis, MD
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Joel L Katz

Joel L Katz

(27)
  • Questions
  • Email
  • 2022
“The people at this law firm are wonderful they helped me get my settlement from my car accident they are friendly knowledgeable and helpful I recommend this law firm”
In Business Since 2007
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
2060 West St, Annapolis, MD
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The Donahue Law Firm

The Donahue Law Firm

(3)
  • Case
“They performed extensive background research, performed numerous testimones, case and city law reviews, collected expert witness data, and most importantly made me feel secure in my purpose of this pursuit of justice.”
In Business Since 2013
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Cash, Check, Debit
18 West St, Annapolis, MD
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Smithey Law Group

Smithey Law Group

(19)
  • Right
  • Money
  • Invoice
“Wolfson's professionalism, I was fully informed throughout the entire process and able to freely ask questions as this was my first time involved in such a process.”
In Business Since 2012
706 Giddings Ave #200, Annapolis, MD
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Ellison Sadri

Ellison Sadri

(18)
  • Team
  • Knowledge
  • Attorney
“I needed legal advice and representation for my work injury/discrimination case against a huge department and Ellison Sadri is being extremely helpful and professional.”
In Business Since 2000
2086 Generals Hwy, Annapolis, MD
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The 24 firms listed for Annapolis, MD take on defamation, libel and slander matters for people and businesses. What each states about claimant work, media defense and reputation cases comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Annapolis, MD

12 of the 24 firms we list are based in Annapolis; the other 12 serve Annapolis from towns including Baltimore (24 mi), Upper Marlboro (17 mi) and Crofton (10 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,619 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (84%) and responsiveness (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "knowledge", "results" and "expertise". 5 are open around the clock and 5 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are car accidents (3), criminal defense (3), medical malpractice (3), personal injury (3) and slip & fall (3). 1 shows a license on its website and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. 5 offer urgent consultations and 4 offer a free initial consultation. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Which defamation firms listed for Annapolis describe their media work online?

23 of the 24 firms on this page have a website on file, and most say whether they act for claimants, for publishers, or for both. That one fact tells you more than the size of the firm does. Reputation claims and speech defense sit on opposite sides of the same practice area.

Edward F. Simon

Edward F. Simon

(8)
  • Files
  • Court
  • Results
“Ed got the court of Maryland to correct a fine from 1995 that I paid, the court has gone digital with there files and somehow they had made a big mistake and wanted me to pay $5000.”
In Business Since 2014
222 Severn Ave Suite 29 Building 10, Suite 5, Annapolis, MD
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Patterson Law

Patterson Law

(7)
  • Case
  • Experts
“I am a private individual, with no knowledge of the judicial system, George took charge after our initial consultation and guided me through the deposition and made me very comfortable talking about my accident, and employed professional experts to v...”
In Business Since 2017
Transparent Fees & Pricing
1 Willow St, Annapolis, MD
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Law Offices of Jonathan Gladstone

Law Offices of Jonathan Gladstone

(7)
“While his office did suggest I find someone closer to the courthouse to represent me (which I understood) they took the time to fill me in on what I was looking at and better prepared me for my next phone call.”
In Business Since 2002
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
700 Melvin Ave #6, Annapolis, MD
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Brian D. Lyman

Brian D. Lyman

(1)
“Lyman on a complex civil legal case and retained him to handle our legal matter (brought suit against a boat manufacturer and the dealer).”
In Business Since 2014
221 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD
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The Brennan Law Firm

The Brennan Law Firm

(5)
“I was not the most patient or controlled client and the Brennan Law Firm did an excellent job of keeping my emotions and prejudices in check, through honest and frank evaluations of the case as it progressed.”
In Business Since 2012
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1997 Annapolis Exchange #300, Annapolis, MD
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Rich & Henderson

Rich & Henderson

(1)
“Rock Solid that's how I described as firm always ready to answer difficult questions they always made time to explain complex issues the simple layman's terms without me feeling stupid I highly recommend to all my friends that if you're in need of th...”
In Business Since 1996
2661 Riva Rd building 300, Annapolis, MD
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Colbert Law Firm

Colbert Law Firm

(41)
  • Patient
  • Courtroom
  • Questions
“Not only were they skilled and professional when handling my case, they also payed close attention to detail and included my desires throughout the whole process.”
In Business Since 2017
Bowie, MD · 13 mi from Annapolis
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Hartel, Desantis & Murray

Hartel, Desantis & Murray

(23)
  • Case
  • Court
“I would highly recommend this law firm, especially Kevin, to anyone looking for excellent service, attention to detail, and incomparable skills within the courtroom.”
In Business Since 2004
BBB Rating: A+
Hanover, MD · 17 mi from Annapolis
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Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher

Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher

(10)
“Best Lawyer's”
In Business Since 2002
Upper Marlboro, MD · 17 mi from Annapolis
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The Chiappelli Law Firm

The Chiappelli Law Firm

(13)
  • Questions
  • Future
  • Attorney
“Jeremiah as my attorney I found him to be very knowledgeable of the law and very friendly he knew exactly what needed to be done he help me with my divorce he got me my settlements he also did my custody It turned out exactly the way he told me it ...”
In Business Since 2011
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Pasadena, MD · 12 mi from Annapolis
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Henderson Law

Henderson Law

(22)
  • Name
  • Email
  • Questions
“Wes Henderson and his associates were very helpful to me in resolving a dispute with a former attorney that I had retained and who subsequently performed poorly.”
In Business Since 2012
Accepts Check
Crofton, MD · 10 mi from Annapolis
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Mark A Pudinski Attorney

Mark A Pudinski Attorney

(2)
“His Secretary is on it or already has it more than likely before you leave the office.”
Chester, MD · 12 mi from Annapolis
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GDH Law Firm

GDH Law Firm

(45)
  • Up to Date
  • Fashion
  • Law Firms
“The experience in customer service while working with GDH Law was exception and superior in making me the client, feel comfortable with the legal process.”
In Business Since 2016
BBB Rating: A+
Emergency Services
Lanham, MD · 18 mi from Annapolis
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Greenberg Law Offices

Greenberg Law Offices

(49)
  • Confident
  • Responsive
  • Questions
“Larry and his associates are very helpful and care about their clients and their concerns, they do not sure we can do anything, and they are straight to the point which a lot of people can highly respect that I know I do I highly think this law firm ...”
In Business Since 2001
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Baltimore, MD · 24 mi from Annapolis
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Hyatt & Goldbloom

Hyatt & Goldbloom

(49)
  • Patient
  • Company
  • Therapy
“Hyatt today to pick up my settlement him and his team worked their magic to get me the settlement I deserved if you get in a car accident don't try to do it your self you will be low balled get you a lawyer Go to Hyatt and Goldblum they will take car...”
In Business Since 2011
Licensed
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Baltimore, MD · 24 mi from Annapolis
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Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey

Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey

(44)
  • Partnership
  • Demand Letter
  • Will
“Their hard work and perseverance allowed me to go through the whole process confidently due to their professionalism, ability to always answer any questions I had, and clearly explain the next steps needed to be taken.”
In Business Since 1982
Free Initial Consultation
Baltimore, MD · 24 mi from Annapolis
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The Law Office of Phillip Corey Levin

The Law Office of Phillip Corey Levin

(38)
  • Opinion
  • Truth
  • Understand
“As we know very little about how things work in the justice system, he walked us through it all and he thought of things that would have never crossed our minds.”
In Business Since 1999
Emergency Services
Baltimore, MD · 24 mi from Annapolis
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Law Office of Jonathan Y. Newton

Law Office of Jonathan Y. Newton

(48)
  • Plea
  • Passion
  • Words
“Newton has encouraged me and held me together so many times and got me the best possible outcome for my case and also kept it real with me throughout the process of any possibility.”
In Business Since 2019
Upper Marlboro, MD · 17 mi from Annapolis
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Defamation and First Amendment Litigation Services in Annapolis, MD Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1000
Maximum cost
$9500
National Average
$2000
Avg Per Hour Rates
$300
$1500
$2500
Fair price range is based on 485 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2000
Minimum cost $1000
Maximum cost $9500
Avg Per Hour Rates $300

Fair range $1500 to $2500 is based on 485 cost profiles.

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