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State: Ohio
Acquired: 1991
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The Bradley Building, 1220 West 6th Street, Suite 303, Cleveland, OH, 44113
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Posted by anonymous | May 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Our experience with Chris Maher and his team was nothing short of exceptional. Over the course of a year, they dedicated themselves to our case with unwavering commitment and professionalism. Their honesty, non-judgmental demeanor, and profound understanding were truly remarkable. Chris and his team ...
Posted by William | March 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
We were referred to Attorney Maher from the public defender's office. He was professional, possessed outstanding character, researched exhaustively, and took every step and consideration to meet our needs. He was non judgemental, direct, and explained in great detail the processes involved. Our confi...
Posted by DONALD | July 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I consulted with Chris just a couple days after the police served me with a search warrant, and confiscated some of my personal devices in which there could be charges regarding child pornography and me facing significant jail time. I had never been in any type of trouble, I was a complete mess. Chr...
Posted by Bill | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
took the case and worked very hard and got a not guilty plea by reason of insanity..
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
My son was facing an F1 in a town we're not familiar with. We hired Attorney Maher to defend him. I could tell right away that he isn't a typical defense attorney- he kept us updated and worked hard. The charges were dismissed. Attorney Maher is competent and compassionate, tenacious and thorough...
"Chris is a highly skilled, effective, and tenacious litigator. I highly endorse this lawyer for his creativity in criminal defense as well as his unmatched commitment to the clients he represents. If he is your counsel, you are in very good hands."
"Chris Maher is a true believer; he's a phenomenal attorney with character and depth that rivals his peers. I'm honored to have worked with him and learned from him."
"Chris is one of the most passionate and inspiring criminal defense attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. I trust his skills, advocacy, and instincts without hesitation, and would recommend him to anyone in need of aggressive defense."
Criminal defense lawyer
2020
National Trial Lawyers--Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2020 - Present
Attorney, The Law Offices of Christopher Scott Maher, Attorney at Law, LLC
2019 - 2020
Attorney, Bailey Legal Group
1996 - 2019
Attorney, Cuyahoga County Public Defender Office
1991 - 1995
Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Columbus
2017 - Present
Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
2016 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationGovernment Section, Advisory Council
2010 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1999 - 2002
Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court Guardian Ad Litem ProjectAdvisory Board
1998 - 2002
Youth Empowerment Project - Cleveland Baptist AssociationBoard Member
1997 - 2001
Juvenile Justice CoalitionMember
1996 - 2008
Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
1992 - 1995
Homeless ProjectFounding Member
1991 - 1996
Columbus Bar AssociationDomestic Relations Committee; Judge's Subcommittee
1991 - 2010
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
Not Guilty of All Charges
Not Guilty of All Charges
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Not Guilty on all charges
Not Guilty By Reason of Insanity on charge of Murder
Not Guilty of all charges, including Felonious Assault and Assault
Not Guilty of all charges, including Aggravated Murder
Not Guilty of all charges, including Rape, Kidnapping, and Gross Sexual Imposition (RECORD SEALED)
Not Guilty of all charges, including Rape, Sexually Violent Predator, Kidnapping, Felonious Assault
Not Guilty of all charges, including Rape and Kidnapping
Not Guilty of all charges, including Attempted Murder, Felonious Assault, Assault, and Vandalism (RECORD SEALED)
Not Guilty of all charges, including Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor
Not Guilty of all charges, including Kidnapping and Gross Sexual Imposition
Not Guilty of all charges, including Felonious Assault (RECORD SEALED)
Not Guilty of all charges, including Failure to Comply with Order or Signal of Police Officer
Not Guilty of all charges, including Having Weapon While Under Disability
Directed Verdict of Acquittal on all charges, including Kidnapping, Aggravated Robbery and Firearm Specifications
Directed Verdict of Acquittal on all charges, including Failure to Register and Tampering with Records
Not Guilty of Aggravated Robbery and Robbery with Firearm Specifications; Guilty of Petty Theft
Not Guilty of all charges, including Kidnapping and Gross Sexual Imposition (RECORD SEALED)
Not Guilty of all charges, including three counts of Assault on a Correction Officer
Not Guilty of all charges, including Domestic Violence
Not Guilty By Reason of Insanity on all charges, including Aggravated Robbery, Kidnapping, Felonious Assault, and Aggravated Menacing
Directed Verdict of Acquittal on all charges, including Aggravated Robbery and Kidnapping with Firearm Specifications, Theft, and Having Weapon While Under Disability
Not Guilty of all charges, including Domestic Violence
Not Guilty of all charges, including Failure to Register and Failure to Provide Notice of Change of Address
Not Guilty of all charges, including Assault on a Peace Officer
Not Guilty of all charges, including Domestic Violence
Not Guilty of all charges, including Felonious Assault
Not Guilty of all charges, including Felonious Assault with Firearm Specifications, Trafficking in Drugs, and Having Weapon While Under Disability
Not Guilty of all charges, including Attempted Murder and Felonious Assault with Firearm Specifications
Not Guilty of all charges, including Felonious Assault and Theft
Not Guilty of all charges, including Trafficking in Drugs and Possession of Drugs
Not Guilty of all charges, including Carrying Concealed Weapon and Having Weapon While Under Disability
Directed Verdict of Acquittal on charge of Burglary
Not Guilty of all charges, including Rape and Kidnapping
Not Guilty of all charges, including Possession of Drugs (RECORD SEALED)
Not Guilty of all charges, including Trafficking in Drugs and Possession of Drugs
Not Guilty of all charges, including Robbery and Intimidation of a Witness (RECORD SEALED)
Not Guilty of all charges, including Trafficking in Drugs and Possession of Drugs
Not Guilty of all charges, including Trafficking in Drugs and Possession of Drugs
Not Guilty of all charges, including Attempted Murder and Felonious Assault with Firearm Specifications; and Having Weapon While Under Disabiity
Not Guilty of Assault on Peace Officer; Guilty of Disorderly Conduct
Not Guilty of all charges, including Possession of Drugs
Not Guilty of all charges, including Felonious Assault (RECORD SEALED)
1991
Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
2018
Suppressing Evidence in Search Warrant Cases
2004
Nuts and Bolts of Litigating Fourth Amendment Suppression Issues
2002
Legal Rights of Children and Parents
2000
Current Legal Trends
2000
Recent Developments in Juvenile Law
2000
Practice Considerations for Defense Counsel
1999
Race as a Factor in Traffic Stops
1999
A Defense Perspective
1998
Battered Child Syndrome
1998
Child Custody and Guardianship
1996
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English
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