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Christopher Paul Janes
also known as Janes, Christopher P., Janes, Chris
About Christopher
Biography
Chris Janes graduated with honors from Birmingham-Southern College. After receiving his undergraduate degree, he served two years in the United States Peace Corps in Lesotho, Southern Africa, where he was a high school English teacher and a primary deaf education researcher. While at Birmingham-Southern College, Chris Janes was one of the founding members of the Southern-Volunteer Services and was a Big Brother with United Way. His 19-year litigation experience includes medical malpractice, personal injury, and workers’ compensation. He is currently the managing attorney of Michles & Booth’s Fort Walton Beach office.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
32 years
Medical Malpractice
40%
28 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 30 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 30 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Michles & Booth, P.A.
400 Racetrack Road, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Bobbi | March 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional and caring
Thank you Mr. Janes for your diligence and professionalism in getting me a settlement that was beyond my expectations. I was kept a breast with all aspects of my case by either you or Michelle. The entire staff in the Fort Walton Beach office always made me feel like family. Thanks again fo all that ...
Posted by Andre | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best law firm on the gulf coast with the best lawyers.
Mr. Janes is the best. Told me from the start he may not be able to win, but did so. He and his team kept me informed of how the case was progressing. The firm and Mr. Jane's has gained a reputation for winning cases they take. People I have talked with in similar situation as I was, said that th...
Posted by Pam | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Chris James
Mr. James and his staff retuned my calls quickly than treated me with respect ,got a fair settlement and closed my case promptly.I hope I never need another attorney but if I do I wil call Christopher Janes at Michles &Booth.Thanks to all of you!
Posted by Ron | August 08, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional Lawyer Who Settled My Case
Mr. Janes settled my case and kept me informed during the entire process. He was able to get me a better settlement than I had even hoped for. I really appreciated how he kept me informed and let me know what I could expect to encounter. I would highly recommend Mr. Janes.
Christopher Paul Janes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. without reservation. I have handled many cases against Mr. Janes and more recently tried a case against him. I would challenge anyone to find an attorney who cares more about his clients or fights harder for his clients than he does. He works extremely hard for his clients throughout the entire case and he is an excellent trial lawyer. If you choose Mr. Janes, you won't regret it."
"I highly recommend Chris Janes. Mr. Janes has earned an excellent reputation in the legal community. He is trustworthy, very hard-working, and gets great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is compassionate with his clients and tough with his opponents. Exactly who you want representing you if you are injured by someone else's negligence."
"I recommend and endorse Chris Janes. Chris is one of the most competent, hardest working and smartest attorneys I've met in my career. He is a master communicator in and out of the courtroom. Chris is committed and determined to get the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Andre Lama
Personal injury lawyer
Kelly Murphy
Personal injury lawyer
Marcus Michles
Personal injury lawyer
Antonio Bruni
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Brian Carter
Workers compensation lawyer
Adrian Bridges
Personal injury lawyer
Ryan Cardoso
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Top Lawyers In Florida, The Legal Network
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
N/A
Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Attorney, Michles & Booth, P.A.
2003 - 2006
Attorney, Christopher P. Janes, P.A.
1997 - 2003
Attorney, Smith & Janes, P.A.
1996 - 1997
Attorney, Clark, Partington, Hart, Larry, Bond & Stackhouse
1995 - 1996
Attorney, Taylor & Taylor Law Firm, PA
Associations
American Inns of Court
2014 - 2015
Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, Eglin AFBBoard of Directors
2014 - 2015
Michles Family Freedom FoundationBoard of Directors
2007 - 2008
Navarre High School Moot CourtCoach
Education
1995
Emory University
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Birmingham-Southern College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
American Sign Language