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Gill Cochran is the senior member of Cochran and Chhabra, LLC. He founded the practice after working with the public defender’s office for seven years. Mr. Cochran primarily focuses on criminal defense and serious traffic matters.
Mr. Cochran served as a rifle platoon leader in Vietnam. During his time in combat, he decided that practicing law was much more fun. Mr. Cochran is a recovering alcoholic. He believes it allows him to understand the issues surrounding addiction, which then enables him to know the whole client and find a better solution.
Mr. Cochran is also an amateur magician, and he often greets his clients with a few magic tricks. He does these to relax the client, and also to show what carefully crafted magic can do. He says one has to do a trick at least 1,000 times to be effective. In court, one has to do it at least 10,000 times to be equally good.
Mr. Cochran has made significant case law in his extensive career. Most notably, in 1986 in Brosan v. Cochran, 307 Md. 662, he established the First and Fourth Amendment right of an attorney to administer a breath test prior to a police administered breath test.
Mr. Cochran received the award for Leading Attorney from What’s Up Magazine.
Mr. Cochran’s writings include, “Nuts & Bolts: The DUI/DWI Case,” Trial Reporter – Journal of the Maryland Association for Justice, Trial Lawyers Organization, 2011, which is a basic summary of issues that can occur in a Maryland DUI/DWI case. The article includes trial tactics and tips, as well. He collaborated with Mandeep Chhabra on this matter.
He is actively involved in the legal community. He is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association; the Anne Arundel County Bar Association; the Maryland Association for Justice; the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association; the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; and the American Civil Liberties Union.
Mr. Cochran received his Bachelors of Arts from Yale University in 1964. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1970, and graduated with honors. Mr. Cochran currently resides in Annapolis, Maryland with his wife, cat, Dusty, and dog, Lilly. They actively participate in the Annapolis Yacht Club Regatta Series. He sails his Hershoff Sloop along with his dog regularly.
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Acquired: 1970
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116 B Cathedral Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401-2765
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Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Incredible Attorney
Attorney Gill is simply amazing. Very transparent in his thoughts about your case, his goal, best and worse possible outcome. He literally made it go away and all I did was sit and watch it disappear. I am so happy! If you need an honest, straightforward, great personality, experienced, & understandi...
Posted by Walter | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent experience
After consulting with several attorneys, we ended up meeting with Gill early on a Saturday morning after short notice. Gill was professional and set us at ease. His price was beyond fair, and his representation of himself, while unconventional, immediately satisfied us with his competence and we hi...
Posted by Judy | January 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Gill represented my son in a most professional and knowledgable manner
Walking in the office of a criminal defense attorney was very intimidating and frightening for me. My nervousness dissipated upon meeting Gill Cochran. I was surprised by, what I viewed as a unique introduction-the use of magic tricks! It worked as I was put at ease immediately. Mr. Cochran is ...
Posted by Grant | November 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Magician
I was arrested for a DUI in Annapolis and, not being a native, I had no idea how I would be able to decide on the right lawyer. After being recommended to me by a couple of family friends , I decided to contact Gill. I am very thankful that my friends knew what they were talking about. It only took m...
Posted by Robert | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Gill is professional, capable, and effective
Gill was able to use his experience and professional skills to have our case dropped. While facing a difficult false accusation against a family member, we were reassured by Gill as he worked confidently to resolve the issue. Our family is very grateful to find such a competent attorney.
"I endorse this lawyer. Gill has been practicing for decades and truly cares about the well being of his clients. Those who are represented by Gill are lucky to have an experienced, compassionate and talented trial attorney."
"I am happy to endorse my partner, Gill Cochran. He is not only a great lawyer but also my mentor. His skill set is unmatched. Clients love Gill for his masterful work in court and his down to earth personality that allows him to relate to everyone."
"I endorse this lawyer.I have known Gill well for over 15 years. Gill is not only a top-notch criminal defense attorney, he truly cares about the well-being of his clients. If you are facing criminal charges, you be well served by calling Gill. His years of experience and expertise will help you get the best result possible."
"Gill has more experience than most lawyers put together and his clients benefit from that. He also has a presence in the courtroom like no other. I strongly recommend Gill and his firm."
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Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
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2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2012
Leading Attorney, What's Up Magazine (Annapolis)
2011
Leading Attorney, What's Up Magazine (Annapolis)
2010
Leading Attorney, What's Up Magazine (Annapolis)
2009
Leading Attorney, What's Up Magazine (Annapolis)
1970 - Present
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It was limited to drunk driving cases where the singular decision whether to submit to the State test is of such critical importance.
1970
JD - Juris Doctor
1964
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
English