About Steven William
Steven W. Rakow is a attorney based in Ocean City, Maryland, with over 29 years of experience in criminal defense and civil litigation. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University in 1996, graduating cum laude. Prior to his legal career, Rakow graduated with merit from the United States Naval Academy in 1987 and served as a Marine officer for 20 years, retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 2007. In 2002, Rakow was admitted to the Maryland State Bar and established the Law Office of Steven W.
Rakow, LLC, located at 5700 Coastal Highway, Suite 305, Ocean City, MD 21842. His practice encompasses many areas, including criminal defense, DUI/DWI, traffic violations, construction law, juvenile law, white-collar crime, and personal injury. He has handled cases from minor traffic violations to serious felonies such as murder, burglary, firearms offenses, and white-collar crimes. Rakow's civil litigation experience includes handling contract disputes, construction defect cases, and general corporate matters. He has served as in-house counsel to a construction company and was an appellate law clerk. His firm also offers services in HOA and condominium law, addressing issues such as violations and disputes.
In addition to his legal practice, Rakow has been actively involved in the legal community. He served as president of the Worcester County Bar Association in 2016 and has been a member of the Maryland State Bar Association's Board of Governors from 2017 to 2019. He is also a member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association and the American Bar Association. In 2019, he was appointed by the governor of Maryland to the Board of Trustees for the Office of the Public Defender and as Chair of the Worcester County Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board. Rakow's commitment to his clients is evident in his approach to legal representation. He emphasizes open communication, ensuring clients are informed and supported throughout their cases.
His dedication has been recognized with a 2019 Avvo Client's Choice Award, reflecting his commitment to delivering strong advocacy and results-driven representation. For those seeking legal assistance in Ocean City and the surrounding areas, Rakow's firm offers comprehensive services in criminal defense and civil litigation. His experience and active involvement in the legal community make him a trusted resource for individuals and businesses facing legal challenges.
