Atty. Charles K. Schanker

Atty. Charles K. Schanker

Charles K. Schanker is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, automobile accidents.

Wheaton Wheaton 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (301) 550-2228 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Charles K. Schanker at a glance

Charles K. Schanker is a car accidents, personal injury, and workers comp attorney based in Wheaton, Maryland. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1970), District of Columbia (1970), Maryland (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1969) and George Washington University (B.B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Wheaton, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles K. Schanker is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, automobile accidents
  • Charles K. received a B.B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Charles K. practices in Wheaton, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Charles K. Schanker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles K. Schanker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Charles K. Schanker is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Maryland →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Charles K. Schanker is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Charles K. Schanker is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Maryland →

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 Wheaton 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.

Looking for additional Maryland attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Wheaton or all attorneys in Maryland.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles K. Schanker

Where is Charles K. Schanker's law office located?
Charles K. Schanker's law practice is located in Wheaton, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles K. Schanker handle?
Charles K. Schanker focuses on car accidents, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Charles K. Schanker practiced law?
Charles K. Schanker has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Charles K. Schanker go to law school?
Charles K. Schanker earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Charles K. Schanker for a consultation?
You can contact Charles K. Schanker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles K. Schanker received?
Charles K. Schanker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1969
B.B.A.
George Washington University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1970
Maryland
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983

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