Experienced High-Stakes Commercial Litigation and Trial Attorney

Chris’ Ethos

In the high-stakes world of commercial litigation, panic is the enemy of a winning strategy. While many litigators are bogged down by the day-to-day chaos of discovery and a never-ending flow of administrative tasks, my approach is different. I am a trial attorney who thrives on calm, calculated advocacy, and I am brought in by other firms to handle some of their most complex and challenging cases.

My passion stems from the simple yet powerful phrase, 'doing the right thing’. I have advocated in state and federal court on behalf of small businesses being railroaded by big business competitors or unscrupulous and opportunistic third parties, defrauded investors, and individuals who have been taken advantage of and feel they have nowhere to turn.

Why I Am Brought In:

  • Creative Case Building: I am skilled at identifying the core of a dispute and building a compelling narrative that resonates in the courtroom.

  • Precise Motion Practice: I believe that many cases can be won or lost before trial through well-researched, persuasive motions that address key legal issues.

  • Fearless Trial Advocacy: The courtroom is where I do my best work. I am dedicated to providing relentless and prepared trial advocacy for my clients.

  • Intuitive Interpersonal Skills: I have a unique ability to read the room and adapt on the fly. This skill has held jurors’ attention through multiple weeks-long trial, and made persons in the gallery tear up as I deliver closing arguments.

While I have my own practice, I make myself available to co-counsel with firm’s throughout the United States who are preparing to go to trial in civil and commercial litigation matters. I will collaborate closely with you and your team to handle the high-stakes strategy and courtroom advocacy, while you manage the ongoing client relationship and other aspects of the case.

My goal is to provide the strategy, advocacy and focus needed to protect and pursue claims on behalf of clients, ensuring that the client's case is handled with the precision and confidence it deserves.

If you are interested in working with me, please use the link below to schedule a time to discuss the matter in more detail.

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Representative Cases

My practice is dedicated to handling high-stakes commercial litigation and trial matters. And here you will find a representative sample of my work as lead counsel, illustrating my experience in a range of complex disputes. These summaries are provided to showcase the scope of my capabilities and the results of my strategic litigation approach.

    • Jurisdiction & Forum: U.S. District Court

    • Result: Referral. Achieved a full dismissal with prejudice of all claims, effectively resolving the matter before a responsive pleading had to be filed. My strategic approach led to an early and efficient victory for the client.

    • Jurisdiction & Forum: State Court

    • Result: Hired as co-counsel and lead attorney concerning trade secret dispute. Successfully defended the client against the plaintiff's sought-after injunctive relief. The court was persuaded that the information at issue did not qualify as a trade secret, and the case was later resolved through a confidential settlement.

    • Jurisdiction & Forum: State Court

    • Result: Hired midway through litigation to serve as lead trial counsel. After a full jury trial, the jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of my client in excess of $1 million. In addition, I successfully defended the client against the defendants’ counterclaims, including those for fraud seeking multiple millions of dollars in damages.

    • Jurisdiction & Forum: State Court

    • Result:(Ongoing Matter) Co-counsel representation of plaintiff in a complex dispute concerning a failed multi-million dollar private investment.

    • Jurisdiction & Forum: Arbitration

    • Result: (Ongoing Matter) Co-counseling a high-value dispute for a client, with multi-million dollar amounts in controversy and associated multi-million dollar counterclaims.

  • Featured in Law360, serving as co-counsel concerning the infringing use of a social media company’s copyrighted content by a former client.

    This case is before the Southern District of Texas and is ongoing.

Firms nationwide add Chris onto their trial teams for various matters including, Securities Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Commercial Litigation, among others.

Get in touch to discuss how Chris can assist you and your trial team.

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