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Christopher Ryan Breault
also known as Chris Breault
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Biography
Attorney Christopher Breault is widely viewed as one of the most effective trial lawyers of his generation. He received a six-figure jury verdict as lead counsel earlier in his career than any other lawyer in Georgia history. He also received a seven-figure and multi seven-figure jury verdict earlier in his career that any other lawyer in Georgia history. He is a second-generation trial lawyer from Columbus, Georgia whose law practice focuses on representing people in lawsuits against insurance companies and large corporations.
Chris is a product of the Columbus Public School System. He grew up in south Columbus and moved to the north side of town at age 13. He dropped out of high school after only completing the 9th grade and went to work as a concrete construction worker. In his late teens, Chris went back to school and earned a GED. He then went to Columbus Technical College and Columbus State University. He eventually tranferred to the University of Georgia on a Franklin College of Arts and Sciences Scholarship. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in Political Philosophy, Chris attended the University of Georgia School of Law. During law school, he worked as a felony prosecutor in the Athens District Attorney's Office, and was one of the founding officers and President of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Student Chapter.
Shortly after law school graduation, Chris went to work as an Associate in the Downtown Atlanta office of a nationally-renowned trial lawyer and children's advocate whose firm has garnered national recognition for obtaining verdicts and settlements of $1,000,000 or more in 257 different cases. While there, he worked exclusively on seven and eight-figure medical malpractice, wrongful death, nursing home abuse, products liability, and truck wreck cases. He now has his own practice in Athens and Columbus, Georgia. The vast majority of his work involves helping people who have been catastrophically injured.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Georgia for 12 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2013
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
Location
The Breault Law Firm
945 Broadway, Suite 108, Columbus, GA, 31901
The Breault Law Firm
220 College Avenue, Athens, GA, 30601
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Posted by Zach | August 27, 2014 | Drug Crime
Chris Breault - The Best and Most Affordable Choice
Chris is an amazing choice for a lawyer. He was helpful, insightful, and absolutely got me the best deal I could ask for. He went out of his way to be the best lawyer he could be and I highly recommend him to anyone in need. He is also affordable! I found myself in trouble for a somewhat major drug o...
Posted by David | July 25, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Strategy & The Upmost Professionalism
I hired Mr. Breault earlier this year for a civil matter. His overall approach and strategy was excellent. He kept me informed and updated during the entire process from start to finish. In my previous experience I have had issue with accessibility and basic communication with attorneys. Mr. Bre...
Christopher Ryan Breault's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chris is an exceptional attorney. When I was a defense attorney, I had a case against him. He was a great advocate for his client. He understood the intricacies of the case, was well-prepared, and professional. Most importantly, his hard work in preparing the case for trial was evident from the start."
"Mr. Breault is an excellent litigator who strives to achieve the maximum results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. I admire his knowledge and dedication to his clients."
"Chris is a top rate attorney who fights diligently for his clients. I trust his judgment without reservation."
"Chris is a solid lawyer who does not back down from a fight. He is not scared to push the file to get a fair offer/verdict for his client. I strongly endorse him."
"Chris is a bright, persistent, and caring lawyer. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Chris is an excellent asset and has superb analysis on personal injury cases. I've had the opportunity to work as co-counsel with Chris and he has always done an excellent job."
"Chris is a courageous attorney who is not afraid to take cases to trial. He is a credit to our profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is intelligent, sympathetic and, most importantly, a tireless advocate for those who have been injured by the carelessness of others. He is a true champion for the people."
"Chris is a bright, dedicated, tenacious lawyer with the will to see every case through to verdict. While many lawyers SAY they're willing to take a case before a jury, Chris is one of the few who really means it--as his history proves. When you combine Chris's extensive experience leading focus groups with his tenacity and drive, you've got one heck of a trial lawyer."
"Chris is a successful entrepreneur and an aggressive attorney. He has a fantastic work ethic matched by a relentless drive to secure the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Breault is known nationally for his expertise in the law and his capabilities in the courtroom. He is an excellent attorney."
"Chris was a leader in school and will make his mark in the civil litigation business. He is savvy, creative, determined and very bright. His entrepreneurial bent will take him places that others do not dare to attempt. He also obtained invaluable work experience when he came out of UGA law school that was as valuable as 5 years of law practice,so he is highly knowledgeable when it comes to assessing the value of a personal injury case. His success in the first three years of practice, as a sole practitioner, is remarkable and a great omen for the future."
"Attorney Chris Breault has an obvious drive to represent those injured due to the negligence of others."
William Buchanan
Personal injury lawyer
Sarah Cornejo
Litigation lawyer
Darren Tobin
Trucking accident lawyer
Dustin Marlowe
Litigation lawyer
Benjamin Osorio
Criminal defense lawyer
Keith Hardy
Personal injury lawyer
Mark Jones
Personal injury lawyer
Benjamin Nash
Personal injury lawyer
Michael Day
Personal injury lawyer
James Butler
Personal injury lawyer
Alexis Hamilton
Family lawyer
William Head
Personal injury lawyer
Nicholas Warlick
Personal injury lawyer
James Evans
Defective and dangerous products lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Suspension issued in GA, 2025
updated on 05/09/2025This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2013
Leadership Academy, State Bar of Georgia
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Board of Directors, Athens Neighborhood Health Center
2013 - Present
Trial Attorney, The Breault Law Firm
2013 - Present
Senior Jury Consultant, Focus Jury Research
2012 - 2012
Associate, The Keenan Law Firm
Associations
2015 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers DivisionChairman of Non-Traditional Legal Careers Committee
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of AlabamaMember
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of GeorgiaMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, General Practice and Trial Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Tort and Insurance Practice SectionMember
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of GeorgiaMember
2013 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2013 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Leadership AcademyProgram Chair
2013 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Joyce Bigmall vs. Golden Doughnuts Enterprises, Inc.
$7,049,732.55 jury verdict
Landscaper v. Encompass Home and Auto Insurance Company
$103,500.00
Industrial Mechanic v. Trucking Company
$285,000.00
King v. Donegal Insurance Company
$100,000 (all available insurance)
Pratt v. Southern General Insurance Company
$100,000 (all available insurance)
Vazquez v. Safeco Insurance Company
$250,000 (all available insurance)
College Professor v. GEICO Insurance Company
$125,000 (all available insurance)
Motorcyclist v. Country Financial Insurance Company
$100,000 (all available insurance)
Bell v. Abercrombie Bonding
$150,000 Jury Verdict
Education
2012
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Specialize to Succeed
Focus Groups: Discovering the Story of Your Case
2014
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Annual Convention
From Small Fry to Big Fish: How Focus Grouping Small Cases May Turn Them Into Big Ones
2013
GTLA Leadership Academy - Introductory Session
Moderator - Judges Panel
2012
Reptile in Cutting Focus Groups
Fundamentals of Focus Groups
Publications
2015
Mercer Law Review
Annual Survey of Georgia Law (Torts)
Languages
English
Spanish