Overview

Chris Glaser helps businesses, lenders, title companies, developers, and property owners resolve disputes, manage risk, and protect their interests. A trial lawyer with decades of experience, he represents clients in commercial litigation, real estate disputes, and construction-related matters in Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and throughout the Washington metropolitan area.

Chris is known for helping clients spot problems before they become disputes. Whether advising on a developing issue or litigating a complex dispute, he focuses on practical strategies that reduce risk and position clients for long-term success.

Chris serves as trusted counsel to businesses of all sizes, from entrepreneurs and closely held companies to established organizations facing complex legal challenges. He handles a wide range of commercial disputes, including unfair competition claims, trade secret matters, business torts, and other conflicts that can affect a company’s operations and growth. Clients turn to him not only to resolve disputes when they arise, but also to identify potential liability and develop practical strategies to reduce risk before problems escalate.

A significant part of Chris’s practice focuses on real estate litigation. He represents title companies, lenders, developers, and property owners in title disputes, construction conflicts, and property development matters. Drawing on his experience in both litigation and real estate, he helps clients navigate the legal and business issues that affect their investments and operations.

Chris is a frequent speaker on litigation, risk management, and real estate topics and maintains an active pro bono practice assisting service members and veterans.

Honors and awards

• Listed in Best Lawyers in America, Real Estate Law (2024)

Community involvement

• Campagna Center New Neighbors Career-Employment Coaching Program

Professional memberships

• Bar Association of the District of Columbia Governance Committee (Chair, 2023-Present; Member, 2020-Present)
• Council for Court Excellence (Board Member, 2021-Present)
• Fairfax County Industrial Development Authority (Member, 2009-2024)
• Bar Association of the District of Columbia Governance Committee (Chair, 2016-2020; Member, 2011-2020)
• Council for Court Excellence (Board Member, 2021-Present)