Christopher Gunnels
also known as Chris Gunnels, Christopher D. Gunnels
About Christopher
Biography
Mr. Gunnels is the founding member of The Gunnels Law Firm, LLC in Atlanta. Mr. Gunnels graduated from Georgia Southern University with a degree in Business Management in 1999, and from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2002, with honors. While at Alabama, he served as a Senior Editor and Treasurer for the Alabama Law Review and won several awards for skill in oral advocacy in competition with the Environmental Moot Court Team. He was also inducted into the Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society and elected by his peers to serve as an Associate Justice on the University of Alabama’s Honor Court.
Mr. Gunnels has extensive experience handling a wide variety of general liability matters. He has successfully resolved cases involving wrongful death, personal injury, construction defect, premises liability, mass torts and products liability. Over the years he has represented individuals, small businesses, and top Fortune 500 companies. He now concentrates solely on plaintiff's personal injury cases, including motor vehicle collisions, medical malpractice, slip/trip and falls, and wrongful death. Mr. Gunnels prides himself on being a trial lawyer and regularly tries personal injury cases to verdict.
Mr. Gunnels is licensed to practice law in Georgia and Florida. He has an "AV Preeminent" rating by Martindale-Hubbell and was named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine from 2014-2017.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-45%
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Licensed in Tennessee for 13 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 22 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 23 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
The Gunnels Law Firm, LLC
1040 Crown Pointe Parkway, Suite 800, Atlanta, GA, 30338
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Christopher Gunnels's Reviews
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Posted by Mark | September 01, 2014 | Business
Chris Gunnels is the best lawyer in Atlanta!
Chris has been such an amazing lawyer and contact for me and my business. He is always looking out for my best interest and is very quick to respond to any questions that I may have. There are never any surprises and he is straight to the point. Chris also has lots of high quality referrals so no mat...
Posted by William | August 17, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding result due to expert legal counsel
As a former member of a large corporations loss prevention team I was named in a lawsuit for inappropriate conduct. When contacted by Mr. Gunnels I was unaware of the lawsuit and didn't have an attorney. Mr. Gunnels went to bat for me and contacted the corporation to provide me counsel. Once Mr. Gunn...
Posted by Dan | July 10, 2014 | Business
Excellent Job Resolving my Business Dispute
When I started my small business several years ago I never imagined that I would ever need an attorney. Recently, I found myself in a situation with a customer where I was quickly over my head and knew that I needed help. Frankly, the thought of finding and engaging with an attorney was almost as...
Posted by Naomi | April 21, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Caring, Knowledgeable, and Strong Legal Representative!
Personally, I am one who tries to resolve matters without getting lawyers involved; however, in one case I was unable to do so. Chris came highly recommended by a friend of mine and he turned out to be not only reliable and extremely knowledgeable, but also such a personable and caring lawyer. He res...
Posted by Carter | April 17, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Looking Out For My Best Interests
As the liaison between our government finance company and other various attorneys, I deal with those in the legal profession on a daily basis. I am fairly certain I can distinguish a quality lawyer from an amateur. Procuring Mr Gunnel's services for a personal matter, I found him to be both professi...
Christopher Gunnels's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an outstanding lawyer who always puts his clients first. He will not be outworked by anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the opportunity to work with Christopher as co-counsel in a bitter interstate custody battle. He is knowledgeable, hard working, and conscientious. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"I have worked with Chris on several matters. I endorse him 100%. Chris thinks outside the box, is a keen litigation strategist, and is an overall very effective lawyer."
"I had the privilege of working with Chris while he was at Alston & Bird LLP. He always worked on very complex litigation matters for very large and sophisticated clients with a lot at stake and obtained great results. He is very knowledgeable, hard working, and creative, which helped him obtain those great results, but his calm, levelheaded, and thoughtful demeanor made working with him -- and getting to know him personally -- a pleasure. I highly recommend Chris."
"Chris' kids have played baseball with my children and I have gotten to know him and his family over the past few years. In addition to being a devoted dad, Chris has an excellent knowledge of the law and issues that are critical to his clients. Chris' clients are certainly well served by his skills."
"Chris is a close friend and was a classmate in law school. He has always demonstrated a high level of professionalism and knowledge in his practice. I would highly recommend Chris for any legal matter you may need, and often refer potential clients to him myself."
"I worked with Chris for several years and always found him to be hardworking and dilligent. Moreover, while Chris had a keen grasp of the details, he nevertheless also had the ability to develop creative strategies through a focus on the big picture."
"I have worked with Chris on numerous matters and know him to be an exceptional litigator and remarkable person. He works smart and hard for his clients, and represents them to the fullest in every instance. He treats everyone with the utmost professionalism and courtesy. I endorse Chris without any reservation and will always want him in my corner."
"I have known Chris for years and can attest that he is an extremely competent and respected attorney. He is not afraid of a fight and will go to battle for his clients. I would never hesitate to refer someone to Chris because I know they would be in excellent hands. Chris is not only a professional lawyer, but he is also a good guy."
"I have known Chris for several years, initially working with him and then when I switched sides, working against him. In every way, Chris is contentious and tenacious litigator. He works diligently in the best interest of his clients and is always prepared. I would not hesitate to recommend Christ to friends and family who were in need of his services."
"Chris is an outstanding young lawyer. He is bright, motivated and highly ethical. I endorse his work 100%."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top Ranked Lawyer, Legal Leaders
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Top Rated Lawyer, Legal Leaders
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals, The American Registry
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Rated Lawyer, Legal Leaders
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Alston & Bird, LLP
2004 - 2010
Attorney, Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP
2002 - 2004
Attorney, Oliver Maner, LLP
Associations
Education
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Languages
English