Rockville, MD Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Attorney

For over 40 years, Mallon Snyder has dedicated his legal career to helping clients and their families navigate complex legal challenges. With a practice built on trust and personal connection, he has often represented multiple generations within families—helping parents, their children, and even grandchildren. Mr. Snyder's approach to law goes beyond the routine; he entered the profession with a mission to provide meaningful advocacy, never settling for simply walking into a courtroom to accept a guilty plea. Supported by a devoted team, his practice emphasizes genuine care and lasting relationships, earning the trust of clients who frequently refer friends, family, and colleagues. Licensed to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and 11 other Maryland counties, Mr. Snyder has amassed extensive courtroom experience, handling thousands of cases, including hundreds of jury trials. He is a former President of the Montgomery County Bar Association and Bar Foundation and has served on the Maryland State Bar Association's Board of Governors. A graduate of the University of Baltimore School of Law, Mr. Snyder began his legal journey interning with the Baltimore City State's Attorney’s Office, gaining firsthand trial experience in criminal cases ranging from assault to child abuse. Today, his practice spans criminal defense, traffic violations, and personal injury, earning him a reputation as a trusted advocate and mentor to the next generation of attorneys.

Education

• University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D., 1979
• University of Richmond, B.S. with honors, 1976

Bar Associations

• Maryland Bar Associations
• District of Columbia Bar Association

Associations

• Montgomery County Bar Association, Member of the Executive Committee and Chair
• Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association, Member
• Inns of Court Serving Montgomery County, Member
• Montgomery County Bar, President, 2014, 2015
• Montgomery County Bar Foundation, President, 2015, 2016
• MD State Bar Board of Governors, 2015, 2017

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury
• DUI and DWI
• Traffic Tickets

HONORS & AWARDS

• Lead Counsel Verified
• Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence, Martindale-Hubbell, 2024
• DUI-DWI attorney in Rockville, Maryland; Super Lawyers

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