Law Offices of

Michael S.

Clinkscale, LLC

serving maryland since 2003

If you are confronting criminal charges in Maryland, it's ​natural to feel apprehensive and overwhelmed, and you may ​be grappling with several concerns. Will you face ​imprisonment? Will your driving privileges be revoked? What ​will be the impact of these charges on your professional life?

It's essential to seek guidance from an experienced criminal ​attorney who can provide advice on your charges, legal ​rights, and potential defenses.

Hailing from Youngstown, Ohio, Mr. Clinkscale earned his Juris Doctorate degree from The Benjamin N. ​Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University. Having relocated to Maryland in 2003, he successfully ​passed the Maryland State Bar and is licensed to practice in the State of Maryland and the United States ​District Court for the District of Maryland. Mr. Clinkscale specializes in criminal defense, personal injury ​claims, complex civil litigation, and employment law. He has a track record for aggressively negotiating on ​behalf of his clients, strategic defenses, and for obtaining favorable outcomes in and out of the court ​room. When not practicing law, he enjoys embarking on road trips, attending live music events, and ​engaging with podcasts.

Professional Associations:

Maryland State Bar Association

Maryland Association for Justice

United States District Court for the District of Maryland

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Criminal Defense

Complex Litigation

Personal Injury

Workers’ Compensation

Trusts and Estates

Employment Law

Contract and Document Review

Consultations are free, and can be held over the ​phone or at a location convenient for you.