John R. Salvatore
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John R. Salvatore
Biography
John Salvatore is a veteran attorney who has been practicing since 1972. A graduate of the University of Baltimore School of Law, he is known for and specializes in criminal defense cases, he also handles business law, personal injury, civil litigation and a variety of other types of cases. He was formerly a police officer in Greenbelt, Maryland and an appointed State’s Attorney in Washington County. He practiced law with various firms in the Hagerstown area until establishing his own firm in 1992. He has served as the President of the Washington County Bar Association, is a life member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and has served on the Board of Directors of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association.
Practice Areas
DUI & DWI
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Juvenile Law
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees - I accept contingent fees for personal injury cases only.
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - My consultation fee is $100 which is deducted from your retainer when you hire me.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Professional Experience
State's Attorney for Washington County Washington County State's Attorney's Office
Year: 1979 - 1982
Description: Responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in Washington County and overseeing the Office of the State's Attorney
Past County Commissioner Board of County Commissioners
Year: 1982 - 1986
Description: Served on the Board of County Commissioners for Washington County, Maryland for 4 years
Elected as a member Washington County Democratic Central Committe
Year: 1990 - 1994
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Founder/Owner/Partner Salvatore & Morton, LLC
Year: 1992 - Current
Description: The law firm of Salvatore and Morton, LLC strives to meet your legal needs in every way. We are a full service, general practice law firm who represents clients with various legal needs. We regularly practice in Washington and Frederick Counties and in all Maryland Courts including District Court, Circuit Court and the Court of Special Appeals.
Elected as a member Washington County Democratic Central Committee
Year: 1994 - 1998
Description:
Member Trial Courts Judicial Nominating Commission
Year: 1994 - 1998
Description: Appointed by the Governor to serve on the Commission which makes recommendations to the Governor on Judicial Appointments.
Professional Associations
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association (Current)
Frederick County Bar Association (1972 - Current)
Washington County Bar Association Past President (1972 - Current)
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Served on Board of Directors (Current)
Thomas Pangborn Lodge No. 88, Fraternal Order of Police (Current)
Frederick County Defense Bar Association (Current)
Justinian Society (Current)
Maryland State Bar Association Member and Past President (Current)
Awards
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Governor's Citation
Trial Courts Judicial Nominating Commission 2015.0
Note: Appointed by the Governor to serve on this Commission which makes recommendations to the Governor in making Judicial appointments.
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Governor's Citation
Governor's Task Force on Sentencing and Alternative Sanctions 1996.0
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Honorary Correctional Officer of MCI and MCTC
Maryland Correctional Facilities 1979.0
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Distinguished Service Award
Committee on Economics of Law
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Best Attorney in 2017 and 2021
Hagerstown Magazine Hot List 2017.0
Note: Voted best attorney by readers of Hagerstown Magazine in 2017 and 2021
Education
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University of Baltimore School of Law J.D. (1972) | Law
Year: 1972
Websites
https://www.salvatoremorton.com
www.salvatoremorton.com
82 West Washington Street
Suite 100, Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 797-6065