Mandeep Singh Chhabra

Mandeep Singh Chhabra

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

116 B Cathedral Street, Annapolis, MD

About Mandeep

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Vigorous defense of individuals charged with crimes from petty theft to murder, drug addiction and sexual assaults throughout Maryland.

26 years | 500 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

Defense of all types of driving impaired/under the influence including auto manslaughter, serious injuries and boating cases. Certified in field sobriety testing and well versed in the chemical breath/blood test. Also handle the administrative sanctions at the motor vehicles level.

26 years | 500 cases

30%
Personal Injury 30%

Resolved multi-million dollar cases related to automobile accidents, slip and fall, traumatic injury and accidental death for injured parties and their families.

26 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Represent individuals charged with serious and minor traffic offenses throughout Maryland.

26 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 25 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2000

Active

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Location

Cochran and Chhabra, LLC

116 B Cathedral Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401-2765

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Mandeep Singh Chhabra's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

140 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 17 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Dismissed!!

Mandeep is a very educated and highly professional attorney. I got charged with a DUI back in April. My case was postponed a couple times, which caused me to be overwhelmed with a lot of stress. Hiring Mandeep, along with Raquel was a major relief. They showed that they really care about your situat...ion and work with you until the very end. Long story short, my case was dismissed of all charges in October, except for Negligent Drive (1 point on my license and a $140 fine). Overall, I am truly happy and satisfied with this result. I highly recommend that these are GREAT attorneys to represent your case in any situation. Once again I truly thank Mandeep and Raquel for their best efforts, to help get me the best results. Mistakes happen, just make sure you learn from them. Thanks!

Posted by Ty | July 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Success

I consulted with a few lawyers before meeting with mandeep and he blew me away. Very professional and made me feel more comfortable about what was going on. I was freaking out because I was on my second dwi. I blew a .19 at the station and I thought for sure I was going to jail. Mandeep told m...e what he wanted me to do before court to lessen the punishment and also emailed me everything so that I wouldn't forget. I regretfully didn't do everything that he wanted which I knew was a big mistake . In court we decided that we should try to postpone the trial so that I could hurry and get some of those things done that he wanted me to do. but then mandeep started talking to the judge and Next thing I know is that he got the case completely thrown out. No charges given( and I had around 7) case dimissed. It completely threw me off guard and I was in shock! I would refer him to anyone and if you want the best attorney call mandeep! Thanks so Much for working with me.

Posted by Randall | May 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Effective, Responsive, and Caring!

Mandeep represented me on my 2nd DUI. Throughout the process he was attentive with details and responses to my questions and concerns. We achieved the best possible outcome for my case and I am very happy with the result. Mandeep is also truly concerned about my personal progress throughout this ongo...ing process. Best representation in Annapolis!

Posted by Christine | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best DUI Lawyer in Annapolis

Mandeep Chhabra was phenomenal! This was my first time ever getting arrested (DUI). I was distraught and confused by everything that happened. I was able to contact Mandeep over the weekend. Immediately, he made me feel better. My case was tricky but Mandeep was able to get me the best possible outc...ome.

Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Christmas Party Fiasco

Mandeep is a terrific lawyer and I highly recommend hiring him to represent you if you find yourself in trouble. In mid December, I attended a holiday party and made the terrible decision to drink and drive. I was pulled over and received a ticket that spanned two pages listing 6 different infracti...ons, including a DUI. I was devastated, terrified, and worried about what would happen next. Fortunately, I found Mandeep to help me through the process. He promptly made himself available for me and was very comforting when I met with him about my case. He assured me that he would take care of me, the worst had already occurred, and all would be okay. That night, I finally slept a little better comforted by Mandeep's confidence. As my trial date approached, my nervous anxiety began to return. I feared the worse and the multitude of "what ifs" kept me up at night. Mandeep was right though, the worst had already occurred. My spirits were lifted as soon as I noticed that other lawyers at the district court house flocking to Mandeep to ask his advice! Mandeep knew exactly what to do in the court house and got me the best possible result I could have hoped for. You'll be in good hands with Mandeep as your attorney and I'm really glad that I hired him to represent me. Thank you, Mandeep, for helping me get past this unfortunate hurdle in my life.

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Mandeep Singh Chhabra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Berman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"When I was an ASA, if I saw Mr. Chhabra was on the other side, I gave my file another once over. Mr. Chhabra is an extremely hardworking advocate for his clients (who were always extremely well mitigated thanks to him). He is diligent and highly competent. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Debra Saltz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mandeep is a hard-working and honest lawyer. He makes sure he knows the details of all his cases and it shows. He also runs a practice with fantastic lawyers. I highly endorse Mandeep."

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Ted Staples

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mandeep is one of the best in the business."

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Daniel Kron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Mandeep is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!"

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J Schwenk

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mandeep for years. He is always pleasant; always prepared and does an excellent job for his clients."

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Andrea Montini

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mandeep is an excellent defense attorney - respected by the courts and his peers. Highly qualified."

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Anthony Tuorto

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Campbell

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mandeep for over 10 years. He is among the finest lawyers in our community. In addition to his excellent legal abilities, he is an ethical and compassionate person who always puts the interests of his clients first. I give Mandeep my highest endorsement for any person who wants the highest quality legal representation possible in dealing with their personal injury case."

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Lawrence Greenberg

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Mandeep and worked with him on multiple cases over the past six years. I've seen first hand how competent he is and his dedication and skill are unmatched. I've also appreciate his ability to communicate with juries and he easily wins them over. I find him to be a very dependable and trustworthy attorney and friend. Mandeep can always be counted on by both clients and other attorneys. He continually strives to be at the forefront of his practice areas and to provide top quality representation to his clients."

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Mark Barondess

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mandeep is a stellar member of the bar. Every client that I have referred to Mandeep raves about his handling of their legal issue and the results obtained. Mandeep consistently provides the finest in legal representation. You can't go wrong with him on your side."

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Seth Price

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mandeep is a sharp no nonsense attorney who is a pleasure to send client to."

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Michael McGraw

Criminal defense lawyer

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Judith Myers

Criminal defense lawyer

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J Schwenk

Admiralty and maritime lawyer

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Gill Cochran

Criminal defense lawyer

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Raquel Smith

Litigation lawyer

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Charles Fratus

Litigation lawyer

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Robert Siegel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrea Montini

Domestic violence lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

AV Rated - 20 years, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Leading Lawyer, What's Up Annapolis?

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

AV Rated - Highest Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Leading Lawyer, What's Up Annapolis?

2016

Best Attorney, The Capital Reader's Choice Award

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, 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)

2009

Best Attorney, The Capital Reader's Choice Award

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Managing Member, Cochran and Chhabra, LLC

Associations

2018 - Present

State of Maryland - Anne Arundel County - Judicial Nominating Committee

Member

2013 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2013 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2003 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

2001 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Member

2001 - Present

National Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Member

2000 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

South Asian Bar Association of Maryland

Member

2010 - 2012

Maryland Association for Justice, Criminal Law Section

Chair

2008 - 2012

Maryland Association for Justice

Board Member

2000 - 2003

American Association for Justice

Member

1999 - 2015

Maryland Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2000

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Boston University

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2013

Criminal Law Workshop 2013 DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course DUI/DWI

2010

2010 Criminal Law Seminar

Criminal Defense

Publications

2011

Journal of the Maryland Association for Justice, Inc., Trial Lawyer: Criminal Law Nuts & Bolts: The DUI/DWI Cas

Languages

English

Punjabi

Hindi

Spanish

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