--- description: About Us title: About Us - Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. canonical: https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/about-us/ date_modified: 2025-11-13T19:25:44+00:00 practice_area: about-us --- - About Us - Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. ** * # Leaders in Personal Injury Law Across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia [Home](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/) » About Us For over five decades, Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C.** has been a driving force in the legal community, fiercely advocating for injured victims. We pride ourselves on not only our legal expertise but on the relationships we build with our clients. With **over $1 billion recovered** for clients, our firm combines exceptional legal skill with genuine compassion to get the best possible outcome for your case. ![Main CSCS Video - Thumb 2](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2.png) ## Why Choose Us? When it comes to choosing a personal injury attorney, we understand that experience, reputation, and results matter. Here’s why Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. should be your first choice: ### Unparalleled Expertise & Experience Our team of attorneys has over **120 years of combined legal experience**, giving us the knowledge and insight needed to handle complex cases. ### Proven Track Record of Success We’ve recovered **over $1 Billion** in compensation for our clients, including many multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements. We’re proud of the results we achieve, but even prouder of the lives we’ve changed. ### Top-Rated Attorneys Our partners have been recognized on the **Washington, DC Super Lawyers® **list every year since 2011, an honor reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in the region. Additionally, our partners have been consistently recognized as **Top Lawyers** by Washingtonian Magazine. ### Leaders in the Legal Community Three of our partners are Past Presidents of the **Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, DC. **We are regularly featured as legal experts in prominent media outlets and have earned the trust and respect of peers nationwide. ### Compassionate & Client-Focused At our firm, we prioritize **your well-being**. We know how traumatic and life-changing personal injuries can be, so we provide personalized attention to every client, ensuring that your voice is heard every step of the way. ![14](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/14.png) ![toplawyer](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/toplawyer.png) ![TopLawyers24_t-300x185](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/TopLawyers24_t-300x185-1.png) ![Best Law Firms - Regional Tier 1 Badge 2025](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Best-Law-Firms-Regional-Tier-1-Badge-2025.png) ![16](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/16-1.png) ![Artboard 12](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Artboard-12.png) ![Artboard 10](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Artboard-10.png) ![15](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/15-1.png) ![13](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/13-1.png) ![11](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/11.png) ![8](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8.png) ![7](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/7-1.png) ![4](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/4-1.png) ![3](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/3.png) ![Screenshot 2024-08-09 at 2.20.29 PM](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-09-at-2.20.29 PM.png) ![George_Washington_University_seal.svg](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/George_Washington_University_seal.svg_.png) ![1](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1.png) ![17](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/17.png) ![biaa-logo](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/biaa-logo.png) ## Our Track Record of Success Our firm has earned national recognition and numerous accolades, solidifying our status as leaders in personal injury law. Here are some of our most notable achievements: **U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”**: We have been designated a **Tier 1 Best Law Firm in Personal Injury Litigation** by **U.S. News & World Report** every year since 2019. - **Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Lawyers**: Two of our partners have been repeatedly recognized as **Top Lawyers** in Washington, D.C. - **Super Lawyers®**: All three of our partners have been included in the **Super Lawyers®** list every year since 2011, with two partners named in the **Top 100 Lawyers** in Washington, D.C. - **Brain Injury Advocacy**: Two of our partners were the founders of the **Brain Injury Association of Washington, D.C.**, and continue to serve in leadership roles within the organization. - **National Board of Trial Advocacy Certification**: Two of our partners are **Board-Certified civil trial attorneys**, a designation that underscores our expertise in the courtroom. - **Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Rating**: All three partners hold the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards from Martindale-Hubbell®. These distinctions reflect our ongoing commitment to excellence and our clients’ success. ## Meet Our Team [Ira Sherman Partner](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/ira-sherman/) [Joseph Cammarata Partner](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/joseph-cammarata/) [Allan M. Siegel Partner](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/allan-m-siegel/) [Stephen Ollar Partner](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/stephen-ollar/) [Justin A. Turner Attorney](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/justin-turner/) [Melanie Mills Senior Claims Manager](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/melonie-mills/) [Tira Barnes Claims Manager](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/tira-barnes/) ## What Sets Us Apart? At Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., we believe there’s no substitute for **experience** and **results**. Our partners have not only won groundbreaking cases but also founded critical organizations like the **Brain Injury Association of Washington, D.C.** to continue advocating for victims beyond the courtroom. When you work with us, you’re choosing attorneys who are widely respected both by clients and peers alike, attorneys who consistently push the legal field forward through leadership, innovation, and relentless advocacy. We stand by you every step of the way, ensuring your case receives the attention and expertise it deserves. View Our Practice Areas ## Let Us Fight for You Your case matters, and our team is prepared to fight for the compensation you need. Whether it’s a catastrophic injury, wrongful death, or personal injury case, we have the skills, experience, and tenacity to win. Contact us today for a **free consultation** and see how we can help you get the results you deserve. Call (202) 659-8600 or use our contact form to schedule your free consultation.* Contact Us Today "*" indicates required fields Name* First Last Name* Last Email** Phone*Are you a new client?*Are you a new client? *Yes, I'm a potential new client.No, I'm a current existing client.I'm neitherCase TypeCase TypeMotor Vehicle AccidentSlip & FallAssaultMedical MalpracticeAbuseWork InjuryOtherWere You at Fault?Were You At Fault?NoYesUnknownWhere Did The Incident Occur?Where Did The Incident Occur?Washington, D.C.VirginiaMarylandOtherDid The Accident Occur In the Last Two Years?Did The Accident Occur In the Last Two Years?YesNoShare Brief Description of the Incident* Send ```json-ld {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"LegalService","@id":"https://chaikinandsherman.com/#firm","name":"Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel Personal Injury Lawyers","url":"https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/","telephone":"+1-202-659-8600","email":"publicrelations@dc-law.net","logo":"https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/new-logoBaskerville@2x.png","image":"https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cscs-firm-photo.jpg","description":"Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel is a Washington D.C. personal injury law firm with decades of experience representing accident victims throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia.","foundingDate":"1969","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"1232 17th St NW","addressLocality":"Washington","addressRegion":"DC","postalCode":"20036","addressCountry":"US"},"founder":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Joseph Chaikin","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"1232 17th St NW","addressLocality":"Washington","addressRegion":"DC","postalCode":"20036","addressCountry":"US"}},{"@type":"Person","name":"Ira Sherman","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"1232 17th St NW","addressLocality":"Washington","addressRegion":"DC","postalCode":"20036","addressCountry":"US"}}],"employee":[{"@type":"Attorney","name":"Allan M. 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