Atty. Howard Ray Cheris

Atty. Howard Ray Cheris

Howard Ray Cheris is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business transactions, criminal law & practice and 4 other areas of law. Howard Ray received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Rockville Rockville 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard Ray Cheris at a glance

Howard Ray Cheris is a Member based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Armstrong & Cheris. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1991), District of Columbia (1992), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1993), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1994). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1991) and Emory University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Montgomery County Bar Association (Member, Federal Selections Committee, 1992—) Maryland Bar Association, Inc and District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Howard Ray Cheris is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business transactions, criminal law & practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Howard Ray received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Howard Ray practices at Armstrong & Cheris in Rockville, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Ray Cheris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Ray Cheris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

Howard Ray Cheris is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

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.

Howard Ray Cheris is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Howard Ray Cheris is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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.

Howard Ray Cheris 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 Rockville 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 Howard Ray Cheris

Where is Howard Ray Cheris's law office located?
Howard Ray Cheris's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Armstrong & Cheris. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Ray Cheris handle?
Howard Ray Cheris focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Howard Ray Cheris practiced law?
Howard Ray Cheris has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Howard Ray Cheris go to law school?
Howard Ray Cheris earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Howard Ray Cheris for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Ray Cheris 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 Howard Ray Cheris received?
Howard Ray Cheris's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 1991
B.A.
Emory University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
New York Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1999

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