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Charles F Chester
About Charles
Biography
Extensive experience in litigation in both federal and state courts. Clerked for an Associate Judge on the Maryland Court of Special Appeals and for the Chief Judge, Surpreme Bench of Balto. City. Clerked or interned for Maryland Cong. Gladys Spellman and Maryland House Speaker Ben Cardin.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
40%
41 years | 500 cases
Health Care
30%
41 years | 600 cases
Real Estate
20%
41 years | 400 cases
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 40 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 45 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Charles F Chester
51 Monroe St, Suite 707, Rockville, MD, 20850-2421
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Charles F Chester's Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jay Vaughn | January 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Overrated
This is an arrogant overrated attorney, who did very little with my personal injury case over a period of eight months. After failing to get insurance information, he reneged on our original agreement, and wanted a $10,000 fee instead. Errors were made in mailing documents, and the limited amount of ...
Charles Chester
Replied last January 3, 2018Out of many years of practice, I have obtained a high rating, reflecting plenty of client approvals. Since this client waived any privileges by posting, I can confidently state that I fulfilled the fee agreement, which required an attempt to settle a claim outside of court, with the right to decline suit, thereafter. After several ineffective addresses for the Defendant were given and attempted over a few months, I was able to contact the Defendant, attempt settlement and at no cost to the client. My candid assessment was that liability was very questionable and while the client may have disagreed with my decision not to proceed, my best advice is to accept that decision, let go of any anger and simply move on, seeking other counsel. While I did offer an alternative fee agreement several months ago, the client could not afford it and apparently, could not afford the thousands of dollars in court costs, deposition fees and expert retainers, which I never promised to advance for this case.
Posted by James | October 5, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgable and results
Charles has been representing our firm in a variety of roles, including collection and contractual. He is great in the courtroom and is extremely knowledgeable, getting results very times.
Charles Chester
Replied last January 3, 2018This has been a great working relationship and I have appreciated all the years of confidences entrusted to me.
Posted by Michael | July 8, 2015
FELT COMFORTABLE WORKING WITH THIS ATTORNEY
First, he was very responsive, able to accommodate my schedule and upcoming court date on very short notice. He was extremely knowledgeable regarding my situation and gave me pertinent and sensible advice. He provided me expert information that reenforced that I was taking the best course of action...
Charles Chester
Replied last January 3, 2018Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. You were a great client to work with and I am glad I was able to meet your expectations.
Charles F Chester's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles Chester is a highly regarded long time member of the bar. He has handled nearly every type of case during his very successful career. Charles obtains great results for his clients utilizing his legal acumen and experience."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Owner, The Law Offices of Charles Chester
1981 - 1994
Adjunct Professor, Montgomery College
1980 - 1986
Of Counsel, Montgomery County Delegation, Maryland State Senate
1980 - 1980
Judicial Law Clerk, Circuit Court Of Maryland (Baltimore City)
1979 - 1979
Judicial Law Clerk, Maryland Court of Special Appeals
1978 - 1978
Judicial Law Clerk, Maryland House Of Delegates
Associations
Bar Association of Montgomery County, Federal Practice Section
Chair
1986 - 1990
Governor's Public Defender Advisory CommitteeChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Katz v. Florida Elections Canvassing Board
The Florida Supreme Court denied a revote.
Education
1979
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
University of Maryland, College Park
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Panel of Federal and State Judges
Motions Practice
2011
Panel of Federal Judges
Changes Of Federal Rules of Procedure
Publications
2006
The Baltimore Sun
Has Florida Come to Maryland
1989
The Journal on Long Term Care Administration
Standards of Care and Sanctions for Breaches: The Survey Process of Long Term Care
N/A
Journal of Long Term Car Administration
Unions Strikes, Patient Abuse and Legal Protection for the Nursing Home
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides