Professional Experience

At WCM, Chris:

• advises clients on insurance coverage matters;
• prosecutes and defends declaratory judgment actions;
• briefs and argues appeals and,
• assists in the defense of insureds in a wide variety of subject matters ranging from complex commercial transactions to personal injury.

Prior to joining WCM as an associate, Chris defended insureds from professional liability, construction defect, wrongful death, and personal injury claims.  He also defended municipalities from a host of constitutional claims including employment discrimination, land use abuse, unequal taxation, false arrest, excessive force, and First Amendment retaliation.  In addition to extensive motion practice success, Chris has also won cases on appeal and at trial.

Education

• J.D., Brooklyn Law School
• B.A., University of Virginia

Bar Admissions

• New York
• Eastern District of New Jersey
• Southern District of New York
• U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit

Honors and Distinctions

During law school, Chris received two fellowships to support public service internships, was awarded two public service awards in recognition of pro bono services rendered, and took first place in the Fordham Securities Law Appellate Moot Court Competition.