Atty. Christopher Mathew Wachter

Atty. Christopher Mathew Wachter

Christopher Mathew Wachter is a lawyer practicing family & juvenile law, family/domestic. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Bethesda Bethesda 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Mathew Wachter at a glance

Christopher Mathew Wachter is an Attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on family law and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Maryland U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (2006), District of Columbia (2009), and District of Columbia (2009). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Columbia University (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Mathew Wachter is a lawyer practicing family & juvenile law, family/domestic
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Christopher practices in Bethesda, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Mathew Wachter's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Juvenile Law

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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 Bethesda 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 Mathew Wachter

Where is Christopher Mathew Wachter's law office located?
Christopher Mathew Wachter's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Mathew Wachter handle?
Christopher Mathew Wachter focuses on family law, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Christopher Mathew Wachter practiced law?
Christopher Mathew Wachter has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Christopher Mathew Wachter go to law school?
Christopher Mathew Wachter earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 1997).
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 2006
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Maryland U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2009

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