Molissa Heather Farber, Criminal Defense Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland

Molissa concentrates on criminal defense, formation, general, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Molissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Formation

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• General

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• Litigation

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• Product Liability

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Molissa's primary office is at 36 S Charles St Fl 4, Baltimore, MD, 21201-3122. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Molissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Molissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Molissa for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Molissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Molissa offer a free consultation?

  Molissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Molissa's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Molissa's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Maryland typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Molissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Molissa take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?

  Molissa is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Molissa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Molissa?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Molissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Molissa accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Molissa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.