Robert F. Shapiro bought a two-bath home at 7510 Vale St. in Chevy Chase for $900,000 from Joseph S. Handler on Oct. 21.

The 1,976-square-foot house was built in 1961 in the Chevy Chase South of E. West Highway neighborhood.

Shapiro is a partner with the law firm Chadbourne & Parke LLP. His practice focuses on the areas of project finance and energy.

He completed a bachelor's degree at Trinity College and he received his J.D. from the George Washington University Law School.

According to BlockShopper.com, there have been 184 home sales in Chevy Chase during the past 12 months, with a median sales price of $900,000.

Address: 7510 Vale Street, Unit: A
Buyer(s): Robert F Shapiro
Seller(s): Joseph S Handler, & Trus and Handler, Joseph S (Revocable Trust)
Sale date: Oct. 21, 2009