Sandra Diana Lee, Criminal Defense Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Employment, and General
Associate
Baltimore, MD
Practicing criminal defense in Baltimore since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Sandra Diana Lee is an associate based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Employment, and General. Sandra has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Employment · General
- Handles Criminal Defense, Employment, and General matters from Baltimore, MD.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sandra Diana Lee: Sandra Diana Lee is an associate based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Employment, and General. Sandra has over 39 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sandra Diana Lee
Sandra concentrates on criminal defense, employment, general, government, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sandra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Employment
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General
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Litigation
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Criminal Defense cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sandra takes criminal defense matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sandra agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sandra takes employment matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sandra agrees to represent you.
General cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sandra takes general matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sandra agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sandra takes government matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sandra agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sandra takes litigation matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sandra agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sandra Diana Lee — Over 39 years of Maryland criminal defense experience
Sandra Diana Lee is an associate based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Employment, and General. Sandra has over 39 years of legal experience.
Sandra Diana Lee is a lawyer practicing legislation, litigation, defense litigation and 3 other areas of law. Sandra received a B.A. degree from Yale College in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years. Sandra practices in Baltimore, MD.
Working with Sandra on a criminal defense matter
Sandra Diana Lee is a lawyer practicing legislation, litigation, defense litigation and 3 other areas of law. Sandra received a B.A. degree from Yale College in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years. Sandra practices in Baltimore, MD.
Clients Sandra works with
Sandra reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, employment, and general matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Sandra Diana Lee's legal education and bar admissions
Cornell University Law School
J.D. · 1986
Yale College
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Sandra's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2005 · ACTIVE
Maryland
2003 · ACTIVE
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
Sandra studied at J.D. in Cornell University Law School and B.A. in Yale College.
Law school and academic background
Sandra completed J.D. in Cornell University Law School and B.A. in Yale College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sandra runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sandra Diana Lee's office in Baltimore
Sandra's primary office is at 120 E Baltimore St Ste 1850, Baltimore, MD, 21202-1617. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sandra Diana Lee — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sandra usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sandra charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sandra's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sandra will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sandra
Sandra discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sandra confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sandra's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sandra Diana Lee
How much does it cost to hire Sandra for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sandra walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sandra offer a free consultation?
Sandra charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sandra's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Sandra's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sandra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sandra take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?
Sandra is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sandra will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sandra?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sandra will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sandra accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Sandra's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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