We were very happy with the amount of time and attention spent to help us with our estate planning. The few changes we needed to make were made quickly.
The office staff if very friendly and personable.
Mr. Hobbs asked the right questions that helped me think through what I wanted in my will and other estate docs. Office staff was excellent, his paralegal in particular, with communication and follow through. Reasonable rates and everything was completed in a timely manner.
BANKRUPTCY, ESTATE PLANNING AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION 25 + YEARS OF EXPERIENCE - FREE CONSULTATION
Mr. Hobbs serves as the Treasurer of Bodie, Dolina, Hobbs, Friddell & Grenzer, P.C. and manages the estate planning, estate and trust administration, tax, and bankruptcy departments of the firm.
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Mr. Hobbs graduated from the University of Baltimore in 1987, receiving a Juris Doctorate Degree and was admitted to the Maryland Bar in 1987 and the District of Columbia Bar in 1988. Mr. Hobbs also received an L. L. M. Degree in Taxation from the University of Baltimore in December, 2003
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Mr. Hobbs regularly advises clients regarding the establishment of business entities, including corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships. He represents businesses and individuals in estate planning and business continuation issues, as well as representing individuals and businesses in bankruptcy and credit workout situations.Â
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He is a recognized title agent for Chicago Title Company, and is also a certified mediator for the Orphans’ Court for Baltimore County.
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Mr. Hobbs from 1990 until 2003 was a member of the faculty of Stevenson University, formerly Villa Julie College, in the Paralegal Department. He has also frequently lectured at seminars sponsored by the National Business Institute and has been a guest speaker at numerous educational events sponsored by accountants and financial planners in and around Baltimore. He frequently appears as a guest on Savvi Investor radio and the Savvi Investor Television series.
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He received the 10-year pro bono award from the Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Service and is a member of the Chesapeake Planned Giving Council, the Maryland State Planning Council and the Board of Directors of the Kennedy Krieger Planned Giving Council. He has also served as Chairperson of the Estates and Trusts Section of the Baltimore County Bar Association.
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Estate Planning
We were very happy with the amount of time and attention spent to help us with our estate planning. The few changes we needed to make were made quickly.
The office staff if very friendly and personable.
Posted by Selma | August 4, 2021
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Excellent estate attorney
Mr. Hobbs asked the right questions that helped me think through what I wanted in my will and other estate docs. Office staff was excellent, his paralegal in particular, with communication and follow through. Reasonable rates and everything was completed in a timely manner.
Posted by Steven | August 24, 2023
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President Deca Inc
Chester and his group were very professional with many ideas for us to consider. They made things easy to understand. My family uses their services and I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Posted by Diane | August 17, 2023
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Preparation of Will & Power of Attorney
Mr. Hobbs did an excellent job, with the help of his assistants, preparing our documents in all legal formalities. He was patient as we explained our intentions. His staff also were very helpful and patient.
Posted by John | June 12, 2023
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Engaged to provide estate planning and wills services
Chester Hobbs and his staff are terrific! Very professional, experienced, knowledgeable, efficient and pleasant to work with. Responded quickly and thoroughly all our questions. Very reasonable fees. High recommend!
Posted by Hauw | June 12, 2023
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Have my Will, power of attorney, medical power of attorney, living will, advance medical directive and appointment of health care agent, all professionally done!
Very happy, would definitely recommend, Hauw.
Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2023
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Trustworthy and Reputable
Mr. Hobbs assisted with estate planning documents for myself as well as a friend with a terminal illness. He and all staff--from receptionist to paralegals--display the utmost professionalism, competence, patience in listening, compassion and courtesy. In spite of the high demand for Mr. Hobbs' services, he and the paralegals had the documents prepared in a timely manner and were so accomodating when it came to scheduling a convenient time to execute the documents.
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Posted by STEPHANIE | May 1, 2023
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In good hands...
I highly recommend Chester Hobbs IV and his team. From my first telephone call, Mr. Hobbs and his team have been professional and caring during my difficult time. No red tape, straightforward, timely with answering my questions, and was there every step of the way! I If you ever need a good Bankruptcy Lawyer, this is the one. Thank you so much for everything!
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Posted by James | April 28, 2023
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Estate Planning
I engaged Mr. Hobbs and staff to draft and execute my estate planning. Eight (8) documents were prepared as expected in a timely manner. All interactions with Mr. Hobbs and staff were friendly and professional. I highly recommend this firm for all you attorney needs.
Posted by Donna | April 12, 2023
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QUICK AND EASY
I was very pleased and impressed with the responsiveness and ability to get my will and POA's accomplished as quickly as I needed. Everyone was very helpful and pleasant to work with. I recommended you to my son because he needs to get everything drawn up for his father. I beleive the 1st meeting was yesterday for him.
Posted by Manny | April 12, 2023
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Final Documents
The Final Documents were finished on a timely basis.
Communicated to get full understanding.
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2023
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Gerard Athaide
Chester was excellent. He provided great guidance and rationale for his suggested course of action and we could not be happier with his advice and service.
Posted by Mark | January 26, 2023
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Excellent will and trust work
Excellent estate work and the office has a particularly nice ambiance.
Special thanks to Lisa. She got the papers right the first time with no errors.
Posted by Brenda | January 26, 2023
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Lawyer rating
Very professional and discussed everything completely and made sure I understood everything. Answered all my questions without making me feel like it was a stupid question.
Posted by Charlie | January 26, 2023
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Perfect family attorney and excellent staff
Chester was extremely helpful in reviewing and updating our personal wills and trusts. Very personable and professional and knowledgeable. I will certainly refer him to any of my friends. His staff and paralegals are extremely helpful and efficient. Office located in Towson easy parking.
Posted by Debbie | December 12, 2022
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Estate Planning
Chester was extremely helpful advising us in the preparation of important estate planning documents. He and his staff made execution convenient and stress free, both in person and electronically.
Posted by Bailey | November 28, 2022
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Makes Estate Planning a Great Experience
Chester and Lisa (and the entire team) were absolutely wonderful to work with. They made the estate planning experience extremely simple and easy - explaining everything along the way, being extremely responsive, answering all of our questions, and educating us along the way. It was very intimidating and overwhelming at first, and they guided us every step of the way. We just had our first child and decided it was time to get all of our documents in order. We now feel great that everything in place, even though we hope to never use the documents! Thank you Chester and team.
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Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2022
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Compassionate and Professional Service
Outstanding practice. Prompt, professional, and compassionate service. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Posted by Michael | September 6, 2022
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Responsive. Did everything asked of him. Staff was knowlegible and responsive
Posted by Angie Patti | May 19, 2022
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The signing of our Will
Enjoyed the whole process of having this Firm draw up our Will. Everyone was kind and efficient. Although we did have a Telecommunication with Mr Hobbs for our initial consult. I would have appreciated actually meeting Mr Hobbs when we came in for the Signng.
Thanks Tony and Angie Patti
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Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jan 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Chester Hobbs is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
Real estate Attorney | Jul 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Chester my entire career and have found that when I refer clients to him they are always well represented and satisfied."
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Hobbs is an experienced, conscientious, and ethical attorney. He has a great rapport with his clients and fellow attorneys. He is extremely knowledgeable in the field of estates and trusts."