Matthew Jacob Chalker

Matthew Jacob Chalker

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

106B Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 17 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Matthew J. Chalker

106B Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD, 21401

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Matthew Jacob Chalker's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Dawn | November 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Awesome job!!

Matthew was recommended to us for my suspended license. He sat down with me and walked me through exactly what could happen, what would/would not happen, and what I needed to do to get the outcome we wanted. I could not have been happier with him or the results of my case. I would highly recommend ...him!

Posted by Brittany | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceeded My Expectations!

He was great. He went over every possible scenario with me. Kept me informed. My case was dropped completely. My hope is that I never have to go to court again but if I do, there is no question that this is my guy. Thanks Matthew!

Posted by G | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended

Former Montgomery county prosecutor. Great lawyer. Very responsive and honest. He knows his job and aggressive fighter. Matthew saved me from big trouble.I was facing significant jail time,Matthew pulled me out from it and left me not guilty

Posted by Francis | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional Services!!!

I had several DUI violations and was very worried. I was referred to Mr. Chalker due to my finances and from the moment we spoke on the telephone, I felt assured he could get the job done. He asked for specific details and made an assessment that would best suit my outcome. He recommended I completed... all MVA requirements. We kept a clear communication and what my next steps were. He was always on time to every court appointments. He was very informative and knowledgeable on the court processes. My fines were cut in half, no jail time, and no points on my license. Mr. Chalker listens to my problem, provided a suitable payment plan, and delivered with desirable results. I will definitely recommend and reuse him for his exceptional services.

Posted by Gregory Bolden SR | March 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

cool,calm and collected

The best decision i made in my dwi case Matt chalker keep in touch with me and informed the whole way leading up to my court case and mva hearing . When the Prosecutor wanted to try and slam the book at me mr chalker to me be cool and don't worry I got this . His knowledge of the law and and being up... to date with new laws and changes of the law was very impressive. He knew things that the prosecutor and judges didn't know witch help me greatly in both the mva hearing and court case. It is only because of Matt Chalker i walked into the mva and walk out with my license with no action taken against my license and no points on my license. And with my court case he got me the best deal one can get a probation before judgement witch included 1 day unsupervised probation and all charges droped except one dropped but with that charge only a $370 fine and no points against me and it don't go in my record . If you are worried if you can afford such a great lawyer i will tell you yes you can he only charges a flat rate of $1500 but works for you like he is paid by the hour he is a great guy and great lawyer to work with and represent you better get him while he is still very affordable

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Matthew Jacob Chalker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Best

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bright, articulate, ethical, and an excellent lawyer."

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Edward Simon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Chalker is a seasoned, respected and competent attorney."

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Jeffrey Bowman

Appeals lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matthew is an incredibly talented attorney who has a unique ability to make a complicated matter seem simple and logical. I highly recommend Matthew. He is a great attorney and even better person."

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Ashley Spooner

Unknown lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Diblasio

Litigation lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Chalker is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable with regards to civil litigation, criminal defense, and DUI/Traffic Defense. Mr. Chalker is professional and personable, and fights hard for his clients. I strongly endorse Mr. Chalker."

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Arya Saleh

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Matthew very well, both personally and professionally. As a former prosecutor, he is extremely sharp, articulate, and experienced. He makes a tremendous difference in his client's cases on a consistent basis and enjoys a stellar reputation among lawyers and Judges. I highly endorse Matthew, and would trust him to deftly handle any legal matter."

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Andrew Burnett

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Arya Saleh

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Risings Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Matthew J. Chalker

2015 - 2016

Attorney, The Valente Law Group

2013 - 2015

Attorney, Vernick & Associates

2010 - 2013

Assistant State's Attorney, Anne Arundel County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Medical Malpractice Motion to Dismiss Denied

Motions to Dismiss denied

DUI related MVA ruling successfully appealed

No interlock or active suspension

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Education

2008

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Maryland, College Park

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Medical Malpractice Liability Seminar

Medical Malpractice Litigation Concepts

Publications

2017

The Litigator Maryland Medical Malpractice Standard of Care: The argued and reargued case for the existence and application of a national standard of care.

2008

University of Baltimore Journal of Environmental Law A Line Drawn in the Sand That Should be Washed Away: Recovery for Pure Economic Loss in Maritime Cases and Reliance on Robbins Dry Dock v. Flint

2007

University of Baltimore Journal of Environmental Law Recent Development: Friends of the Earth, Inc. v. EPA

Languages

English

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