Charles L. Waechter

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Charles L. Waechter

4.6
62 reviews
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Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime

1435 Sulphur Spring Road, 1st Floor, Baltimore, MD

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About Charles

Biography

Criminal defense: Federal and State internet Child Pornography, and Sexual Solicitation of minors.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Drug Violations Sex Offenses

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
White Collar Crime 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019
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+ 4

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter

1435 Sulphur Spring Road, 1st Floor, Baltimore, MD, 21227

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The Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter

206 North Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014

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1836 Sandpiper Pointe, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442

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144 Linden Place, Towson, MD, 21286

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Charles L. Waechter's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

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The lawyer is widely praised for achieving excellent outcomes, often securing dropped charges or reduced sentences in serious cases. Reviewers frequently highlight the lawyer's professionalism, knowledge, and supportive staff. A smaller number of reviews mention concerns regarding communication and case preparation.

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Posted by Jacob | February 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

JOB WELL DONE

I had a registry issue, and spoke with multiple attorneys in regard to removal. I was given mixed, doubtful, discouraging, and ambiguous answers of the possible success or even attempt........... until I spoke with Shawn Larson of Waechter Law. He was very busy, but made time to speak with me persona...lly when I stopped by unexpectedly to simply drop off my case information. Shawn was experienced, confident, clear, and prompt in reviewing the details of my case, and assuring success as a very simple process. Upon advisement, I made the necessary payment and he began immediately and aggressively seeking the remedy discussed. Some months later, Shawn contacted me personally to give me the good news that I had been assured of from the beginning. I was extremely satisfied with the level of service and professionalism I received throughout the process, HIGHLY RECOMMEND Shawn Larson/Charles Waechter, and will certainly use them again in the future if the need arises, as well as advising family and friends. 5 STARS!!!

Posted by Roberta | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

defendent

My daughter hired Charles Waechter while I was in jail for two days. He was recommended by her friend. The charges were first and second degree assault which could of been 10 years in jail. He was able to get me out of jail on my own recognizance. By the time I went to court Mr. Waechter was able to... get my first degree assault charge dropped plus I was only given one year of unsupervised probation. I was very thankful. The only drawback was his fee of $17,000.

Posted by Jenn | November 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

AWESOME LAW FIRM!!!!!

November 26, 2018 I hired an attorney but before my cases ever went to court, he unexpectedly passed away. Charlie stepped in and took several of Mr. Denning's cases and mine being two of them. I was immediately notified by Charlie's secretaries of what had happen to Mr. Denning and that Charlie wou...ld be handling the cases and would like to meet with me right away. Once I met with Charlie I knew right then and there that I had an excellent lawyer. First of all Charlie's secretaries are absolutely positively amazing. They are on top of everything and so very helpful. When it came to my first case Charlie defended me. I could not ask for a better defense lawyer. And I was filled with joy when it came to the verdict. When it came to my second case Charlie's partner Shawn defended me. Again I could not ask for a better defense lawyer. And I was filled with joy with the verdict. The Charles Waechter Law Firm is without a doubt the most excellent law firm I have ever found. Prior to each hearing I met with Charlie and or Shawn. They went over everything to the fullest. They explained everything to the fullest. And they guided me on what to do at the hearings. As long as you listen to Charlie and or Shawn at your hearing you will have nothing to worry about. I listened to Charlie and or Shawn and my verdicts were great. On a scale of 1 to 10 I give the Charles Waechter Law Firm a 10 plus. Not only is everyone in the firm on top of everything and well aware of your case, they are also very kind, friendly, and understanding. For an example if you call the office and when you say who you are they do not need to put you on hold to answer your question. They already know your case and can answer your question. I carry a stack of Charlie's business cards in my purse and if I ever run into anyone who would be in need of a lawyer you can gaurantee I will give them one of Charlie's cards and tell them to let Charlie and or Shawn know I referred them to either of them. If you use the Charles Waechter Law Firm you will not be wasting you time and money. Again I want to " THANK" everyone at the Charles Waechter Law Firm for their outstanding excellent service they gave me. Everyone of you are "AMAZING" people! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, JENN

Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyers!

Charlie and his team did a great job of getting me the lowest possible sentence for my criminal charges!

Posted by Santiago | September 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Lawyer

he represent me at court and the results were better than what I was expecting

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Preeminent 4.5 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Criminal Defense, Law Offices Charles L. Waechter

Associations

2006 - Present

Shriners International

Member

2005 - Present

Masonic Lodge

Member

2000 - Present

Elks Lodge

Member

1988 - Present

United States District Court of Appeals

Member

1985 - Present

Maryland Court of Appeals

Member

1985 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association

Member

Education

1985

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Baltimore

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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