Mary Williamson Chatten

Mary Williamson Chatten, Business Attorney in Moorestown, New Jersey

Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Contracts, and Employment

PartneratDashLaw LLP

Moorestown, NJ

Practicing business in Moorestown since 1998.

28+
Years practicing
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Mary Williamson Chatten is a partner based in Moorestown, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Employment. Mary has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DashLaw LLP.

Based in
Moorestown, NJ
Experience
over 28 years
Known for
Business · Contracts · Employment
  • Handles Business, Contracts, and Employment matters from Moorestown, NJ.
  • Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mary Williamson Chatten: Mary Williamson Chatten is a partner based in Moorestown, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Employment. Mary has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DashLaw LLP.

Areas of practice

Mary's practice areas in Moorestown

Mary concentrates on business, contracts, employment, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Moorestown, New Jersey

Mary takes business matters in Moorestown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Moorestown, New Jersey

Mary takes contracts matters in Moorestown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Moorestown, New Jersey

Mary takes employment matters in Moorestown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.

General cases in Moorestown, New Jersey

Mary takes general matters in Moorestown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Moorestown, New Jersey

Mary takes insurance matters in Moorestown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.

Biography

Mary Williamson Chatten, business attorney serving Moorestown

Mary Williamson Chatten is a partner based in Moorestown, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Employment. Mary has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DashLaw LLP. Mary works from Moorestown, New Jersey and takes on business matters across the region.

Ms. Chatten’s diverse practice includes complex commercial litigation disputes involving banking and mortgage fraud, business transactions, contracts, construction,real estate, and employment relationships; premises and products liability; personal injury, insurance coverage disputes, and municipal land use. This Moorestown business litigation lawyer has experience in handling cases in both state and federal court, from pre-suit dispute resolution to appellate practice.Upon graduation from law school, she clerked for the Hon. Lee B. Laskin in the Superior Court of New Jersey.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

-Camden County Bar Association, Member, Presidential Commission on Diversity

-American Bar Association, Member

-Pennsylvania Bar Association

-New Jersey Bar Association

-Asian American Delaware Valley Bar Association, Member

-Rutgers University Law School Alumni, Board of Trustees

How Mary handles business matters

Ms. Chatten’s diverse practice includes complex commercial litigation disputes involving banking and mortgage fraud, business transactions, contracts, construction,real estate, and employment relationships; premises and products liability; personal injury, insurance coverage disputes, and municipal land use. This Moorestown business litigation lawyer has experience in handling cases in both state…

The kind of cases Mary takes

Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, contracts, and employment matters in Moorestown and the surrounding New Jersey area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Mary studied and practices

  • Rutgers University School of Law

    J.D. · 1998

  • Truman State University

    B.A. Political · 1995

Jurisdictions

Mary's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey

    1998 · ACTIVE

Mary studied at J.D. in Rutgers University School of Law and B.A. Political in Truman State University.

Law school and academic background

Mary completed J.D. in Rutgers University School of Law and B.A. Political in Truman State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Mary's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Pennsylvania, 1998New Jersey, 1998U

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  • District Court District of New JerseyU

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  • District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania

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Locations

Mary Williamson Chatten's office in Moorestown

Mary's primary office is at 39 East Main Street, Moorestown, NJ, 08057. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

DashLaw LLP

39 East Main Street

Moorestown, NJ 08057

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mary Williamson Chatten — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Moorestown, New Jersey

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mary

Mary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mary Williamson Chatten

  • How much does it cost to hire Mary for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mary offer a free consultation?

    Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in New Jersey typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Moorestown?

    Mary is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mary will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Mary?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mary accepting new business clients right now?

    Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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