Christopher R. Rahl

Baltimore, MD

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021

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Firm

Gordon Feinblatt LLC

32 Best Lawyers awards

Awarded Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law Financial Services Regulation Law

Biography

Chris is Chair of Gordon Feinblatt's Financial Services practice group and a member of the following teams: Financial Services, Health Care and EMERGE.

He is a trusted advisor who serves as outside general counsel to several highly regulated enterprises. To that end, Chris helps clients manage risk and identify and implement proactive solutions to complex problems.

Chris has extensive in-house counsel experience that includes having served as general counsel for an enterprise holding company and its subsidiaries and as corporate counsel in the financial services industry. His familiarity with the challenges and demands of the in-house counsel role uniquely positions him to help companies develop and implement creative strategies to reach their business goals efficiently and effectively.

Overview

Baltimore, Maryland

410-576-4000

1001 Fleet Street, Suite 700
Baltimore, MD 21202

University of Baltimore, J.D., graduated 1996
University of Maryland, B.A., graduated 1991

Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, 1996

U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Court of Appeals of Maryland

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Education

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Baltimore, Maryland

410-576-4000

1001 Fleet Street, Suite 700
Baltimore, MD 21202

Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, 1996

University of Baltimore, J.D., graduated 1996
University of Maryland, B.A., graduated 1991

U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Court of Appeals of Maryland

Client Testimonials

I have been using Christopher Rahl's services for at least eight years. He goes above and beyond to assist his clients with everything from compliance to dealing with confusing regulatory issues. I cannot imagine finding another attorney with such a broad knowledge base and excellent level of service. He always gets back to us within 24 hours. Our safety and soundness with respect to compliance and legal issues is due in part to Mr. Rahl's expertise and willingness to go the extra mile for his clients.

Mark Freyer (Har-Co Credit Union)

Chris is quick to respond and provides the highest quality service.

Christine Barton (BayVanguard Bank)

Chris Rahl is an outstanding attorney. His integrity and professionalism are unsurpassed. He has a tireless work ethic and demonstrates incredible care and thoughtfulness as it relates to partnering with his clients.

Chris is very professional and he has extensive knowledge on contract law for Credit Unions. When working with Chris, he makes me feel like I am his only client. I know that is not the case. Chris is very responsive and thorough. I looks forward to working with Chris for many more years to come.

Kathi Stoner (Tower Federal Credit Union)

Chris Rahl has provided outstanding legal services to various institutions for whom I have been employed over the past 10 years. His experience with compliance and contracts is unparalleled. Additionally, Chris will provide options for institutions so that they can make the best decision. Furthermore, his turn around times are always sooner than expected.

Mark Freyer (Har-Co Credit Union)

Chris goes the extra mile when it comes to service to his clients, answering emails while in meetings and arranging calls before or after hours. He's the best.

Michael Tomaszewski (Rosedale Federal)

Chris is quick, very responsive, and always takes the time to really understand our objectives. His knowledge and expertise in my industry of finance and fintech has always excelled our expectations.

Ted Coy (TC Holdings)

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2023 - Financial Services Regulation Law

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers^® for:

Financial Services Regulation Law, Baltimore (2023)

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® 2026 for work in:

Banking and Finance Law
Financial Services Regulation Law

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