Chester Henry Hobbs IV

Chester Henry Hobbs IV

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 38 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Towson, MD
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

305 Washington Avenue, Suite 300, Towson, MD

About Chester

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 38 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 37 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1988

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Bodie, Dolina, Hobbs, Friddell & Grenzer P.A.

305 Washington Avenue, Suite 300, Towson, MD, 21204-5209

Law Offices of Chester Henry Hobbs IV

82 West Washington Street Suite 200, Hagerstown, MD, 21740

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Chester Henry Hobbs IV's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by STEPHANIE | May 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

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 Bankruptc...y Lawyer, this is the one. Thank you so much for everything!

Posted by Martha | December 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Compassionate support!

After losing a fulltime job with a lucrative salary in 2019, as an older woman I had been unable to find work in my industry or in others that were a match for my skill set. People could not see past my age. My dear friend Linda Kniffin works for the Bodie law firm and referred me to Chester Hobbs wh...en it had become apparent that my part time job and social security would never allow me to support the debt incurred when I was well paid. Mr. Hobbs and his staff were compassionate and supportive, and guided me thru the humilating experience of bankruptcy. I am so grateful to have a fresh start. I would highly recommend this firm.

Posted by Lisa | September 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly Recommend

Chester was a tremendous help in assisting me with filing bankruptcy. He was patient and understanding while I was dealing with a difficult financial situation. His staff was also very kind and attentive in answering all of my questions throughout the bankruptcy process. I recommend his services to f...amily and friends, in the event they ever face financial struggles.

Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2013 | Estate Planning

First Experience with Estate Planning

I recognized the importance of estate planning at an early age when my father, a talented and well-known musician, performer and private lesson teacher, died of a heart attack at age 56. I was 18. He remarried my step-mother years ago and never created a new Will. The laws of intestacy favored m...y step-mother. Everything was left to her - the life insurance policy, the vintage musical instruments, and all other properties. This left my mother, three siblings and I devastated and angry. After that experience, I knew I needed a reputable estate planning lawyer for my own family. I guess you could say I had high standards having worked with a few lawyers before (primarily for my prenuptial agreement and real estate transactions). I researched estate planning lawyers in my area and came across Mr. Hobbs. The topic of estate planning is generally not pleasant, but Mr. Hobbs's welcoming kindness and expertise guided my spouse and I through the process without the conversation ever being awkward. We were able to include provisions for our minor children through the creation of a revocable living trust and ensure that we were taking full advantage of the most recent changes to estate tax laws. I highly recommend Chester Hobbs as an estate planning attorney for his professionalism, compassion and expertise.

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Chester Henry Hobbs IV's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brad Micklin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | 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."

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Mark Jensen

Real estate lawyer | 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."

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Juliet Fisher

Estate planning lawyer | 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."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

MVLS 10 Year Recognition, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Partner, Bodie, Dolina, Hobbs, Friddell & Grenzer, P.C.

1990 - 2003

Faculty, Stevenson University

Associations

Maryland State Bar Association, Estate and Trust Law Section

Member

Baltimore County Bar Association, Estates and Trusts

Chairperson

Education

2004

University of Baltimore School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1987

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Baltimore

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

The Savvy Investor Radio Show

Estate Tax

Languages

English

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