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About Christopher
Biography
Prior to joining the firm, Christopher B. Newbern worked at a large Atlanta law firm representing insurance companies in motor vehicle liability, premises liability, and products liability cases. He also defended automobile and property insurance carriers in a variety of coverage and commercial litigation disputes, including property damage claims involving theft loss, fire loss, vandalism loss, hail and wind loss, water loss, and business interruption.
Chris graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2011, after obtaining his undergraduate degree in English from the University of Georgia in 2008. While in law school, Chris served as the Executive Vice Chair of the Mock Trial Board, and was selected into the Lumpkin Inn of Court and the National Order of the Barristers.
Chris is admitted to practice in the State Courts of Georgia, the Court of Appeals of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the Middle and Northern District Courts of Georgia. In his free time, he enjoys golf, hiking, and UGA football.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
50%
Wrongful Death
50%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 14 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Christopher B. Newbern, LLC
(943) 245-8801
Mobile
400 Galleria Parkway, Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA, 30339
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Christopher B. Newbern's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Chris for several years and would highly recommend him. He has a passion for pursuing justice on behalf of his clients, and he has had the benefit of being trained by some of the finest attorneys in Georgia. His top-notch legal ability allows him to posture cases for the very best resolution on behalf of his clients. I highly endorse him!"
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Experience
Honors
2021
Georgia Rising Stars, Georgia Super Lawyers
2020
Georgia Rising Stars, Georgia Super Lawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40 - Civil Plaintiff (Georgia), National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40 - Civil Plaintiff (Georgia), National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Piasta Newbern Walker, LLC
2016 - 2017
Attorney, Pratt Clay, LLC
2014 - 2016
Attorney, Law & Moran (Formerly Peter A. Law, PC)
2011 - 2014
Attorney, Swift, Currie McGhee & Hiers
Associations
Cobb County Bar Association
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Georgia State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Zurita v. Ernst-Cobb Co., Inc.
Partial Settlement ($6M) - Case Ongoing
Wright v. MARTA
$11.25M Jury Verdict (Confidential Settlement)
Education
2011
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts (English)
Speaking Engagements
2020
Damages in Personal Injury
Documenting the Extent of Injury
2020
Damages in Personal Injury
Types of Damages in an Injury Suit
2019
Wrongful Death Litigation: Start to Finish
Upholding Ethical Standards in Wrongful Death Cases
2019
Wrongful Death Litigation: Start to Finish
Wrongful Death Damages
2019
Personal Injury from A to Z
Damages Part II: Pain, Suffering, and Punitive Damages
2019
Personal Injury from A to Z
Damages Part 1: Economic Damages
2018
Voir Dire and Jury Selection
Ethical Considerations in Jury Selection
2018
Voir Dire and Jury Selection
The Law of Jury Selection
2018
Trial Preparation from Start to Finish
Effective Use of Evidence
2018
Trial Preparation from Start to Finish
Preparing Witnesses
2018
New Lawyers Division Lunch & Learn
Wright v. MARTA - Jury Verdict
Publications
2020
National Business Institute Seminar
Damages in Personal Injury - "Types of Damages in an Injury Suit" and "Documenting the Extent of Injury"
2019
National Business Institute Seminar
Personal Injury from A to Z - "Economic Damages" and "Pain, Suffering, and Punitive Damages"
2019
National Business Institute Seminar
Wrongful Death Litigation: Start-to-Finish - "Wrongful Death Damages" and "Upholding Ethical Standards in Wrongful Death Cases"
2018
National Business Institute Seminar
Trial Preparation from Start to Finish - "Preparing Witnesses" and "Effective Use of Evidence"
2018
National Business Institute Seminar
Voir Dire and Jury Selection - "The Law of Jury Selection" and "Ethical Considerations in Jury Selection"
2018
Verdict: The Journal of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Hicks vs. MARTA: Turning a No Offer Case Into A $11,250,000 Jury Verdict
2017
Mercer Law Review
Torts - Annual Survey of Georgia Law
2016
Mercer Law Review
Torts - Annual Survey of Georgia Law