Atty. Christopher Hokan Japp

Atty. Christopher Hokan Japp

Mr. Christopher Hokan Japp is a lawyer practicing personal injury, immigration and naturalization, civil litigation and 1 other area of law.

Silver Spring Silver Spring 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (240) 433-5014 Book Appointment

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About Christopher Hokan Japp at a glance

Christopher Hokan Japp is a citizenship, personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, and litigation attorney based in Silver Spring, Maryland. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987), Maryland (1987), and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at Catholic University (J.D., 1986) and Aberdeen University, Scotland (B.S. Wesley, 1980). Serands clients in Silver Spring, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Christopher Hokan Japp is a lawyer practicing personal injury, immigration and naturalization, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher received a B.S. degree from Aberdeen University, Scotland in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Christopher practices in Silver Spring, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Hokan Japp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Hokan Japp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Citizenship & Naturalization

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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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Silver Spring 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 Christopher Hokan Japp

Where is Christopher Hokan Japp's law office located?
Christopher Hokan Japp's law practice is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Hokan Japp handle?
Christopher Hokan Japp focuses on citizenship, personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Christopher Hokan Japp practiced law?
Christopher Hokan Japp has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Christopher Hokan Japp go to law school?
Christopher Hokan Japp earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Wesley, 1980).
How can I contact Christopher Hokan Japp for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University
- 1986
B.S. Wesley
Aberdeen University, Scotland
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
Maryland
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

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