Atty. Michelle Jacobs Chapin

Atty. Michelle Jacobs Chapin

Michelle Jacobs Chapin is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, taxation, corporate law and 2 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Bethesda Bethesda 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Michelle Jacobs Chapin at a glance

Michelle Jacobs Chapin is a Principal based in Bethesda, Maryland, practicing at Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2005), Maryland (2012), and District of Columbia (2012). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D. Georgetown, 2005) and University of Florida (B.A., 2002). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michelle Jacobs Chapin is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, taxation, corporate law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michelle practices at Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered in Bethesda, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Jacobs Chapin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Jacobs Chapin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Michelle Jacobs Chapin is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michelle Jacobs Chapin is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michelle Jacobs Chapin is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michelle Jacobs Chapin is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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 Michelle Jacobs Chapin

Where is Michelle Jacobs Chapin's law office located?
Michelle Jacobs Chapin's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. The firm is Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Jacobs Chapin handle?
Michelle Jacobs Chapin focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Michelle Jacobs Chapin practiced law?
Michelle Jacobs Chapin has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michelle Jacobs Chapin go to law school?
Michelle Jacobs Chapin earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Michelle Jacobs Chapin for a consultation?
You can contact Michelle Jacobs Chapin 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 Michelle Jacobs Chapin received?
Michelle Jacobs Chapin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Georgetown
American University, Washington College of Law
- 2005
B.A.
University of Florida
- 2002

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2005
Maryland
Admitted: 2012
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2012

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