Atty. Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod

Atty. Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod

Mr. MacLeod founded MacLeod Law Group, LLC in 2017 and is head of the firm's Local Government Practice Group.

Chestertown Chestertown 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod at a glance

Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod is a Member based in Chestertown, Maryland, practicing at MacLeod Law Group LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Washington College (B.A. Philosophy, 1986). Active member of Kent County Bar Association Maryland State Bar Association Maryland Municipal Attorneys Association International Municipal Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chestertown, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. MacLeod founded MacLeod Law Group, LLC in 2017 and is head of the firm's Local Government Practice Group
  • Mr. MacLeod also concentrates in real estate, business and contract law and serves as general counsel to various non-profit organizations and trade associations
  • As a registered lobbyist, Mr. MacLeod advocates for clients before the Maryland General Assembly and Executive branch agencies
  • Prior to founding MacLeod Law Group, LLC, Mr. MacLeod was a member of Funk & Bolton, P.A. in the firm's Chestertown, Maryland office from 1998 to January of 2017
  • Mr. MacLeod was the head of the firm's Local Government and Real Estate Practice Groups, while serving as special counsel to various non-profit organizations and public entities on a broad spectrum of legal matters
  • From 1991 through 1998, Mr. MacLeod served as the County Administrator of Kent County, Maryland
  • While serving as Kent County Administrator, Mr. MacLeod was elected to the Board of Trustees of the Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT) and chaired LGIT's Health Benefits Committee
  • From 1988 to 1991, Mr. MacLeod served as the Associate Director of the Maryland Association of Counties
  • Mr. MacLeod is a 1986 cum laude graduate of Washington College (B.A.,Philosophy and Political Science) and a 1997 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Law (J.D.)

Professional Associations

  • • Member and Past President, Kent County Bar Association • Member, Maryland State Bar Association, State & Local Government Section Council • Member and Past President, Maryland Municipal Attorneys Association • Member, International Municipal Lawyers Association
  • Maryland Chair • Former Member and Chair, Chester River Health System, Inc. Board of Trustees • Past Member, Local Government Insurance Trust, Board of Trustees • Member and Past President, Maryland Association of County Administrative Officers • Shore Leadership - 1998 Class • Past Chair, Kent County Community Center Authority

Practice Areas Explained

Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chestertown are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod

Where is Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod's law office located?
Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod's law practice is located in Chestertown, Maryland. The firm is MacLeod Law Group LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod handle?
Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod focuses on contracts, business, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod practiced law?
Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod go to law school?
Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Philosophy, 1986).
How can I contact Charles D. “Chip” MacLeod for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 1997
B.A. Philosophy
Washington College
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998

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