Chris Mincher advises and represents technology companies and other business entities and stakeholders in administrative processes, regulatory matters, and litigation. Prior to joining McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker, Chris spent six years in the Office of Legal Counsel for Governor Larry Hogan, finishing as chief legal counsel. During this time, he provided advice on the constitutional, statutory, and regulatory powers of the Governor and Executive Branch, and oversaw significant and varied litigation involving State agencies. Building on this experience, Chris assists clients in navigating complex legal frameworks and requirements, and works to develop creative and pragmatic solutions when problems arise.
Previously as an associate in private practice, Chris focused on litigation in state and federal trial and appellate courts. He began his legal career in the chambers of the Hon. Benson Everett Legg of the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, and then as a clerk for the Hon. Robert N. McDonald on the Supreme Court of Maryland. Chris is based in MDSW’s office in his native Annapolis where he resides with his wife and three children.
Bar Admissions
- Maryland
- District of Columbia
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
- U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Professional Involvement
- Federal Bar Association (Maryland Chapter, Federal Litigation Section)
- Maryland State Bar Association (Litigation Section, Appellate Practice Committee)
- Anne Arundel County Bar Association
- Cole-Davidson American Inn of Court
- James C. Cawood American Inn of Court
- University of Baltimore Law Forum Advisory Committee
Recognitions
- What’s Up? Anne Arundel County & Prince George’s County Leading Lawyer: Administrative Law/Liquor Laws/Hearings, 2024-2025