Gil Cochran, Respected Annapolis Trial Attorney for Over 50 Years, Has Passed Away, His Firm Announced

Gil Cochran, a highly respected Annapolis trial lawyer, has passed away at the age of 83. His firm Cochran and Chhabra shared the news in a statement, emphasizing that Gil was not only a brilliant attorney but also a fierce advocate for justice, a trusted colleague, and a guiding light to many generations of legal professionals.

The firm's statement beautifully articulated his impact: "His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the careers he shaped, and the values he instilled in all of us privileged to walk beside him. His memory will forever remain a cornerstone of our firm and a source of inspiration." This sentiment truly encapsulates the profound influence he had on so many.

Throughout his distinguished career, Mr. Cochran made significant and lasting contributions to case law. A prominent example of his legal prowess is the landmark 1986 case of Brosan v. Cochran, 307 Md. 662, where he successfully established an attorney's First and Fourth Amendment right to administer a breath test before a police-administered one. Beyond his courtroom achievements, Mr. Cochran's expertise was widely recognized.

He also co-authored 'Nuts & Bolts: The DUI/DWI Case' with Mandeep Chhabra, a seminal work published in the Trial Reporter - Journal of the Maryland Association for Justice, Trial Lawyers Organization. This publication offered a detailed examination of Maryland DUI/DWI cases, including practical trial tactics and strategies, which greatly benefited the legal community.

The firm said Mr. Cochran's impressive career was marked by his valiant service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he earned the esteemed Bronze Star. He further demonstrated his civic commitment by serving as Ward 1 Alderman for the City of Annapolis.

Mr. Cochran earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1970, graduating with honors—a testament to his early dedication and intellectual capabilities. He was subsequently admitted to the Maryland bar, the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, as noted in his online biography, demonstrating his broad legal reach and qualifications.

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