Awards & Accolades
A Distinguished Reputation for Excellence
The Baltimore federal criminal defense attorneys at Nathans & Ripke LLP have a long history of getting positive results in complex federal, white collar, and other criminal cases. Because of our devotion to providing a top-quality defense to clients throughout the U.S., we have been recognized by many prestigious associations and organizations that are renowned for their unbiased attorney reviews.
Read more about our awards and accolades below then call our lawyers at (410) 783-0272 to schedule your initial consultation.
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Nathans & Ripke, LLP Honored By U.S. NewsNathans & Ripke LLP has received a Top Tier 1 rating by U.S. News (2008-2025) as one of the premier White Collar Criminal Defense and Criminal Defense law firms in Maryland.
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Larry Nathans Selected By Best Lawyers As Maryland Lawyer Of The Year In Criminal DefenseLarry Nathans was selected by his peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America for 2008-2025 (White Collar Criminal Defense and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense). Mr. Nathans was also selected as Lawyer of the Year in Baltimore for White Collar Criminal Defense (2025 and 2021) and Criminal Defense - General Practice (2015). Booth Ripke was also selected (2018-2025) for White Collar Criminal Defense. Robert Biddle was selected (2019-2023) for White Collar Criminal Defense.
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All Nathans & Ripke LLP Partners Chosen By Maryland Super LawyersLarry Nathans was chosen for inclusion in the Maryland Super Lawyers for 2008-2025 in the area of White Collar Criminal Defense. Booth Ripke was selected in the area of Criminal Defense from 2016-2018 and 2020-2025. Robert Biddle was selected in the area of White Collar Criminal Defense from 2008-2025.
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Larry Allen Nathans & Robert W. Biddle Awarded Martindale-Hubbell Highest AV Rating*For over 25 years in a row, Martindale Hubbell has given Larry Nathans and Robert Biddle its highest AV rating.
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The Daily Record Recognized Larry Nathans With Leadership In Law AwardMaryland legal publication the Daily Record presented Larry Nathans with the 2002 Leadership in Law Award. The award recognizes those who strive to better the legal system, community, act as mentors, and promote a strong generation of future professional and community leaders.
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Larry Nathans And Booth Ripke Elected As Fellows Of The Maryland BarLarry Nathans (2003) and Booth Ripke (2007) received the honor of being elected as Fellows of the Maryland Bar Foundation, which is reserved for only 1% of the members of the state bar association.
