Judge Theresa M. Chernosky: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Montgomery County Circuit Court, Department Courtroom 9C

Appointed By: Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr.

Biography

The Hon. Theresa M. Chernosky is an associate judge for the Montgomery County Circuit Court in Maryland. She was appointed to the bench by Governor Larry Hogan on December 17, 2021.

Prior to her appointment, Chernosky worked for the Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office. She started as an assistant public defender in 2001, rising through the ranks to become a deputy district public defender in 2017.

Chernosky earned a bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, and French from Lake Forest College in 1992. She then completed a J.D. at Albany Law School in 1995. She is admitted to practice in Maryland (1995), Massachusetts (1995), and Kentucky (1996).

After graduating from law school, Chernosky began her legal career as an assistant public defender with the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy. She served in that capacity until 2001, at which time she relocated to Maryland.

Her memberships have included the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Women’s Bar Association of Maryland, and the American College of Trial Attorneys.

Born in Concord, Massachusetts, Chernosky attended Littleton High School in Littleton.

Recent Cases by Hon. Theresa M. Chernosky

In the Matter of Hassan Ashktorab et al.

On May 17, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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May 17, 2024

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Montgomery County, MD

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May 20, 2024

Lawrence M. Enweze vs. Sharon T. Diamont, Esquire

On May 1, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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May 01, 2024

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Torts

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General Torts

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May 06, 2024

LVNV FUNDING LLC vs. REANDER MATTOCKS

On April 8, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Apr 08, 2024

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Apr 09, 2024

In the Matter of Joseph Ntamatungiro et al.

On March 13, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Mar 13, 2024

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Mar 14, 2024

In the Matter of Motor Vehicle Administration

On February 5, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Feb 05, 2024

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Mar 06, 2024

Shucai Guan vs. Walter Crispin

On January 23, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Jan 23, 2024

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Torts

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General Torts

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Jan 28, 2024

In the Matter of Motor Vehicle Administration

On January 3, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Jan 03, 2024

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Jan 05, 2024

In the Matter of Anibal Portillo Pena

On August 23, 2022 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Aug 23, 2022

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Judgment (Other)

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Montgomery Circuit Court

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Montgomery County, MD

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Probate

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General Probate

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Sep 15, 2022

Rony Roque-Jacinto vs. Cincinnati Insurance Company

On August 5, 2022 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Aug 05, 2022

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Dismissal

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Montgomery Circuit Court

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Probate

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Guardianship,Conservatorship

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Sep 12, 2022

C-15-CV-21-000303

On November 24, 2021 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Nov 24, 2021

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Jun 23, 2022

Attorney Grievance Commission vs. Terence Taniform

On November 19, 2021 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Nov 19, 2021

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Closed

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May 15, 2024

Forward Financing, LLC vs. Mr. Automotive, Inc., et al.

On October 29, 2021 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Oct 29, 2021

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Closed

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Arbitration

Matter Type

General Arbitration

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May 15, 2024

Keifer Edwards, et al. vs. YGM General Contractors, LLC

On October 29, 2021 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Theresa M. Chernosky presiding.

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Oct 29, 2021

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Closed

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Montgomery County

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Commercial

Matter Type

Breach of Contract

Case Last Refreshed

May 15, 2024

About

Theresa M. Chernosky
Current Appointment Montgomery County Circuit Court, Department Courtroom 9C	Montgomery County Circuit Court, Department Courtroom 9C
Education J.D., Albany Law School - 1995 Bachelor's degree, Lake Forest College - 1992	J.D., Albany Law School - 1995 Bachelor's degree, Lake Forest College - 1992

Court Info

Court Info
Current Court:	MD - Montgomery County Circuit Court
Clerk phone:	+1 (240) 777-9391
Assignment Office:	+1 (240) 777-9000
Court Administrator:	+1 (240) 777-9100
Courtroom Clerks:	+1 (240) 777-9513

Career History

Career History
Role	Employer	Where
Associate Judge	Montgomery County Circuit Court	Montgomery County, Maryland
Deputy District Public Defender	Office of the Public Defender	Montgomery County, Maryland
Assistant Public Defender	Office of the Public Defender	Montgomery County, Maryland
Assistant Public Defender	Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy	Laurel County, Kentucky

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