Atty. David Placid Chaisson
David Placid Chaisson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, environmental litigation, products liability and 2 other areas of law. David received a M.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2000, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Annapolis, MD · 37+ Years Experience
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About David Placid Chaisson at a Glance
David Placid Chaisson is a criminal defense, workers comp, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Annapolis, Maryland. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1989). Educated at Johns Hopkins University (M.A. Business, 2000) and University of Baltimore, School of Law (J.D., 1989). Serves clients in Annapolis, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Placid Chaisson
- David Placid Chaisson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, environmental litigation, products liability and 2 other areas of law
- David received a M.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2000, and has been licensed for 37 years
- David practices in Annapolis, MD
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David Placid Chaisson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Placid Chaisson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Annapolis.
Criminal Defense in Annapolis
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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Workers Compensation in Annapolis
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
David Placid Chaisson is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Maryland →
Product Liability in Annapolis
David Placid Chaisson is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Maryland →
Civil Litigation in Annapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Placid Chaisson is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Annapolis
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 Annapolis 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 venue, 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.
Annapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Annapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Annapolis Choose David Placid Chaisson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Placid Chaisson's practice in the field of criminal defense, workers comp, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Placid Chaisson brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, workers comp, and product liability, David Placid Chaisson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Annapolis
A Annapolis-based practice means David Placid Chaisson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Placid Chaisson Handles in Annapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Placid Chaisson has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Placid Chaisson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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