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Mark M Rollins
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Biography
I am a Criminal lawyer in the District of Columbia and the State of Maryland with a primary emphasis in criminal law. I have been practicing since 1996. I am a partner at Rollins and Chan Law Firm. I have an emphasis in Driving under the influence (DUI), Driving while intoxicated (DWI), or Operating while intoxicated (OWI) in the District of Columbia. Check us out on our website, . My office also handles criminal defense ranging from juvenile charges, traffic tickets, felonies, and misdemeanors You may find additional information at . We practice criminal law in the Washington, Metropolitan area of Washington and centrally located a few blocks from DC Superior Court in Washington, DC. Criminal Lawyers in Washington, DC. I am elected member of the Steering Committee for the District of Columbia Bar Criminal Law and Individual Rights Section.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
100 cases
Criminal Defense
45%
30 years | 4,000 cases
General Practice
4%
30 years | 200 cases
Family
1%
30 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 29 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Rollins and Chan Law Firm
419 7th Street, NW Suite 405, Washington, DC, 20004
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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by sophia | June 09, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thank you so much Mr. Rollins
Mr. Rollins represented me and another family member in a legal matter. He did an excellent job and I was very pleased with the outcome of the case. He kept me well informed throughout the pendency of the case. I can not say enough that I highly recommend Mr. Rollins.
Posted by Devin | June 11, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Thank You Mr. Rollins
Mr. Rollins represented me in all my cases. I was pleased with his service and I would highly recommend him. His fees were extremely low and he provided exceptional service. If you find yourself in trouble I would recommend his law firm to represent you. Mr. Rollins is an excellent crimina...
Posted by Stephanie | November 29, 2013
Great Lawyer - Helped me. Thank you Mr. Rollins
Mr.Rollins handled my case and did an outstanding job! Were other attorneys often quoted me as a little out of my price range, Mr. Rollins sat down with me and worked out a much more affordable plan. As it pertained to my particular case, Mr. Rollins understood my concerns and went to great lengths ...
Posted by Carsie | July 05, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Mark Rollins to the rescue
I was very pleased with the advocacy I received from the Rollins and Chan law firm. Mark Rollins was completely professional, upfront and reliable. During the initial meeting, he advised me of all the various aspects and possible results of my charges. He continued to keep me advised during each p...
Posted by Ms. Keys | November 16, 2012 | Criminal Defense
The reality of my second chance at life
Mr. Rollins is a honest and straight forward attorney. He's both professional and knowledgeable in what he does. Mr. Rollins represented me in a simple assault/2nd degree cruelty to children case, which was a very challenging case to prove. He thoroughly explained the challenges in our case, and prom...
Mark M Rollins's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rollins is a great criminal defense attorney who is well-versed in everything criminal law related. He is a great trial attorney."
"Mark Rollins is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He is seen as an authority in the legal field and is extremely knowledgeable in his practice areas. He is respected by his colleagues and by judicial officers. He does an amazing job throughout his representation of clients. I highly recommend him."
"Mark is very skilled in the courtroom. He is a great trial lawyer. He understands his cases. He knows how to handle himself in the courtroom."
"I have known Mark Rollins for many years as we both practice criminal law in Washington, DC. I have watched his work in numerous trials and other hearings, and I firmly believe he is a top notch attorney. I have also attended seminars taught by him through the DC Bar, and found his advice to be on point, informative and insightful. I would endorse and recommend Mr. Rollins without hesitation to anyone seeking criminal defense services."
"Excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"I have known Mark for nearly twenty years. His sharp legal mind and habitual preparedness make him the consummate professional. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Rollins is a fellow lawyer in the legal community of the District of Columbia and Maryland. He's an excellent practitioner in the field of criminal law, traffic and DUI. This criminal defense lawyer is on top of his game. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Mr. Rollins is a true litigator. He is well respected by opponents and well liked by his clients. One of the best Lawyers I've worked with or against ."
"I have known Attorney Mark Rollins for over twenty years. I know him to be a smart, no nonsense, lawyer with years of experience and savvy to get the job done right for his clients. I highly recommend this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rollins is an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney. While I was working as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Washington, D.C. (2006-2013), I worked on cases in which Mr. Rollins was opposing counsel. He struck me as well-prepared and an effective advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark Rollins is a top criminal defense and DUI lawyer in DC who is up to speed on all of the latest developments. He is very dedicated to his clients and fights passionately for their rights."
"Attorney Mark Rollins is a highly respected trial lawyer with over two decades of experience. He will definitely fight for your rights until the end"
"I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney. Mark Rollins possesses a mastery of the laws of criminal law and procedure and I have known him to show an outstanding dedication to his clients and their cases. Justin A. Okezie, Esq."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mark Rollins is a great attorney. I would highly recommend him for any criminal defense case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an experienced criminal defense law who gets great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark's talents in the courtroom are well known in the District of Columbia. He fights very hard for his clients and is someone I would absolutely trust to get the best possible result in a criminal case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rollins is an experienced and knowledgable criminal defense lawyer. I took the IACP/NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Test training with Mr. Rollins, which he took to become even better than he already is at cross-examining police officers. I have asked Mr. Rollins' advice in some of my own cases and have found him to be a valuable resource."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great advocate for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Justia Lawyer Rating 10.0, Justia Lawyers
2013
Certificate of Appreciation - Judge Rigsby law camp, District of Columbia Superior Court
2013
Certificate of Training, NHTSA/IACP Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
1994
Law Review Staff, Law Review, David Clark School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Rollins and Chan Law Firm
1996 - 2007
Attorney, Law Office Mark Rollins
1995 - 1996
Covington and Burling Westwood Fellow, Neighborhoood Legal Services
1994 - 1995
Law Student Intern, United States Attorneys for DC
Associations
2018 - Present
Criminal Justice Act Panel - DC Superior CourtDC Superior Court Panel Member 2018-2022
2017 - Present
D.C. Bar Criminal Law and Individual Rights CommunityPractice Manual Coordinator
2016 - Present
Capital Guardian Youth Challenge AcademyBoard Member
2016 - Present
District of Columbia BarD.C. Criminal Law Steering Committee, Elected Member
2014 - Present
DC Superior Court Panel Member 2014-2017Member of Criminal Panel of Attorneys in DC Superior Court
2014 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2012 - Present
Superior Court Drug Intervention TeamMember
2012 - Present
Criminal Defense Lawyers Group MembersMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
West Virginia State College/University Graduates GroupMember
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - Present
U.S. Panel for District of Columbia for Criminal Justice ActMember
1997 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1997 - Present
District of Columbia Superior Court Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
Alpha Phi Alpha FraternityMember
2018 - 2019
D.C. Bar Criminal Law and Individual Rights CommunityPractice Manual Reviewer for Criminal law Section
2017 - 2017
District of Columbia Bar, Criminal Law and Individual Rights SectionTreasurer
1990 - 1992
Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor societyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Maryland v. BY
Dismissed
United States v. TH
Acquittal
District of Columbia v. GC
Not Guilty
DC v. VC
Case dismissed
U.S. v. NH
Defendant acquiitted
U.S. v. DR
MJOA granted
U.S. v. RW
Not Guilty
U.S. v. KF
Guilty of Lesser included offense, no jail
US v. JB
Dismissed
U.S. v. GL
Case dismissed
US v JS
Aquitted
Education
1995
University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law
JD
1992
West Virginia State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
MYLaw VIRTUAL Maryland State High School Mock Trial Competition
2020-2021 MYLaw High School Mock Trial Case & Competition State v. Gardner
2021
Legal Record Expungement Expungement
Expungement in the District of Columbia - Maryland
2020
DC Bar 360
Automation and Your Law Practice
2019
Practice 360: A day for Lawyers and Law Firms
Small Firm Technology: Using Customer Relationship Management and Case Management Software
2018
Practice 360 A day for Lawyers and Lawfirms
The Criminal Lawyer and Technology
2018
MSBA Annual Meeting
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE VS. NONE
2017
Howard University moot Court
Moot Court judge
2017
2017
Black Law Students Association for the University of the District of Columbia
Minority Criminal Lawyers in the District of Columbia
2016
District of Columbia Bar Lunch & Learn
Criminal Defense in the District of Columbia
2015
Practice Management Advisory Service
A Day in the Life of a Criminal Defense Lawyer: The Inside Scoop on Running a Criminal Law Practice in D.C
2015
Practice 360°|A Day for Lawyers and Law Firms
Criminal Lawyer in the District of Columbia
2014
Student Conference
David Clark School of Law New student
2014
Law Camp -
Judge Rigsby Law Camp Mentor and Presenter
2014
D.C. Bar Brown Bag Lunch Series
A Day in the Life of a Criminal Defense Lawyer: What to Expect in Your Criminal Law Practice
2012
Judge Rigsby Law Camp
Criminal Defense Attorney Job
2012
Judge for the Black Law Students Association
Moot Court Competition
2012
JCHS career day
Criminal Attorney
2010
Career Fair
Defense Attorney Work
2004
Community Court in DC
East of the River Community Court
Publications
2018
Rollins and Chan Blog Post
DUI lawyer Cost in DC and Maryland
2014
ezinearticles
What Does a DUI Lawyer Cost in Washington, DC
2013
Ezinearticles
What is a plea agreement?
2013
Ezinearticles
Am I Eligible for Diversion in DC Superior Court
2012
ezinearticles.com
Charged With a Felony in DC Superior Court
2012
ezinearticles.com
So You Have a Warrant in District of Columbia, Now What?
2012
ezinearticles.com
Charged With a Misdemeanor Criminal Offense in the District of Columbia
2012
self published on website
District of Columbia, Know Your Rights
2012
2012
http://ezinearticles.com
What Is Drug Court in District of Columbia Superior Court?
Languages
English
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Q&A
Can I teach in DC with an expunged second degree assault conviction from Maryland. Would nolle prosequi changes affect chances?
29 Dec 2014
Q&A
Where can I find a "DUI Class" in Washington, DC?
08 Aug 2014
Q&A
The case details say Bench Warrant(DC only) if you get pulled over in VA or MD will you be taken into custody? or only if in DC?
29 Jul 2014