Mark G. Chalpin Esq. - Gaithersburg, MD

Highly Efficient and Trustworthy Attorney Since 2021, I had the pleasure of working with Mark Chalpin on two cases, an eviction and rental recovery case, and an unlawful detainer case. I couldn't be more impressed with the level of service I received. Mark is the epitome of efficiency. Every email I sent was promptly responded to, regardless of the time. This level of responsiveness gave me peace of mind knowing that my case was being handled with the utmost attention and care. Moreover, Mark demonstrated a remarkable sense of honesty and integrity throughout the entire process. If there was ever a situation where pursuing legal action seemed unnecessary or not in my best interest, he was quick to provide me with honest advice and suggest alternative solutions. This level of transparency was greatly appreciated, especially considering the uncertainty and potential costs associated with lawsuits. Additionally, I found Mark's fees to be reasonable and fair, especially given the high-quality service and results I received. His dedication to providing value to his clients truly sets him apart. Overall, I cannot recommend Mark highly enough. If you're in need of legal representation, look no further. With Mark, you can rest assured that you're in capable hands.

Mark Chalpin in very knowledgeable and gives very good service. I have never had a problem contacting him when I needed to. I highly recommend his law firm.

Mr Chalpin is a very capable lawyer, thoroughly studied the case and was in control of what is required to win. Very considerate, cooperative and easy to work with. Highly respected and definitely recommended as a very competent lawyer.

I retained Mark Chalpin on September 23, 2020, to represent me in a legal malpractice case. Unfortunately, my experience with him was deeply disappointing. Throughout the engagement, he was difficult to work with and consistently failed to advocate for my interests. The case ultimately settled in May 2022—not due to his efforts, but because I personally proposed and offer to opposing counsel. Mr. Chalpin frequently threatened to withdraw from the case whenever I questioned his strategy or raised objections. He appeared unable to form independent legal opinions and repeatedly insisted I pay for outside experts, which led to thousands of dollars in additional costs. On two occasions, he sent me written threats to quit, adding unnecessary stress to an already difficult process. One particularly troubling incident involved a deposition of an out-of-state witness. I strongly objected to granting opposing counsel an extension, as the deposition could have introduced complications that would distract a jury. Despite my objections, Mr. Chalpin agreed to the extension, resulting in more legal fees and further frustration. His professional demeanor was also concerning. A deposition was scheduled at his "office," which turned out to be the dining room table in his townhouse. When I arrived at the agreed time, he answered the door in pajamas and a politically charged T-shirt, claiming he had canceled the meeting via a late-night email I hadn’t seen. His attire and the political messaging on his vehicle were inappropriate and unprofessional. Mr. Chalpin did not demonstrate the assertiveness or litigation experience I expected. Much of his background appears to be in government work, not courtroom advocacy. Shortly before the case settled, he raised his hourly rate from $225 to $325, leaving me little choice but to accept. In total, he billed a figure approaching three times his original estimate. As a former partner at one of the world’s largest accounting firms, I brought him a strong and well organized case. What I received in return was not value, but frustration. In my opinion, Mr. Chalpin was ill-equipped to handle the matter and failed to provide competent representation. If you are looking for a strong advocate in your case, I suggest you look elsewhere. He was more interested in being accommodating and appeasing to opposing counsel than to aggressively prosecute my case.