Steven W. Rakow
Attorney at Law
Ocean City, MD
Steven W. Rakow
Steve has extensive criminal trial and civil litigation experience. From minor traffic, DUI, and misdemeanors to major felonies such as murders, burglaries, firearms, and white collar crime, Steve has handled a wide array of cases. In the area of civil litigation, Steve handles everything from simple contract disputes to construction defects litigation. Other areas of practice include basic corporate matters, contract review, and general practice matters. He has been in-house counsel to a construction company and was an appellate law clerk.
Steve graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1987 and served as a Marine officer (5 years active/15 years reserve) until retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 2007. He graduated from Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University in 1996 and practiced in Ohio before relocating to Maryland in 2000.
Background
Steve volunteers with the Worcester County Bar Association, serving as its president in 2016. Steve regularly volunteers with high school mock trial competitions and non-profit boards.
He is a member of the Attorney Grievance Commission's Peer Review Committee, the Maryland State Bar Association (Board of Governors 2017-2019), and the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association. Steve is also a member of the American Bar Association and was recently elected as the Maryland State Bar Association's representative to the ABA. In 2019, Steve was appointed by the governor of Maryland to the Board of Trustees for the Office of the Public Defender and as the Chair of the Worcester County Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board.
Memberships & Associations
Recent Blog Posts
Alcohol on the Beach: Understanding Ocean City Rules and Penalties
Senior Week in OCMD: What Parents Should Know About Underage Drinking Charges
Legal Consultations: What To Expect Before Diving Into Your Legal Matter
The 3 Most Common Alcohol-Related Charges in Ocean City, Maryland
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Recommendations
- Grateful for Steve's help and would highly recommend him! We hired a contractor that unfortunately left us with major building issues with our new home, the need to apply for variances with the county, as well as unpaid subcontractors and unfinished work. It was a nightmare, and the emotional and...
- I highly recommend using Steve Rakow for your legal needs. He is knowledgeable, promptly responsive and uses a hands on approach. Steve is easy to talk with and is genuine in his concern to assist you. He explains the situation and your options for proceeding in a manner that is easy to understan...
- Look no further, if you want the best service and best possible outcome for your case! I would give 10 stars, if I could!! It was the best decision I ever made to get his professional help for my case. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and always in control of the situation. Helped me g...
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"The communication was 10/10! From the beginning he was very easy to talk and very welcoming."
I highly recommend Steve Rakow! He helped me every step of the way and made me comfortable in trusting him throughout this process. He did not let me go in without knowing the steps that were being taken. The communication was 10/10! From the beginning he was very easy to talk and very welcoming.... -
"Do not hesitate to contact him for your needs, you certainly will not be disappointed."
Steve is precise, and handles issues in a timely fashion. He had my speeding ticket reduced to a no point ticket and I am thrilled, as I didn't want any points added to my license. Do not hesitate to contact him for your needs, you certainly will not be disappointed. Thanks again Steve! - View More Recommendations