also known as Chris Elliott
Since beginning his legal career in 2006, Mr. Elliott has built a reputation as a formidable advocate, equally respected for his prosecutorial insight, strategic precision, and unwavering commitment to results.
Mr. Elliott began his career as a prosecutor with the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida, where he handled a wide range of criminal matters, including DUIs, misdemeanors, and felony offenses. This foundation inside the State Attorney’s Office provided him with a rare and invaluable perspective, an insider’s understanding of how cases are charged, negotiated, and tried by the government. That experience continues to inform his approach today, allowing him to anticipate prosecutorial strategy and defend his clients with precision and confidence.
After his time as a prosecutor, Mr. Elliott transitioned into private practice, where he helped build and ultimately became a shareholder at one of the nation’s premier personal injury firms. Over the course of his career, he has secured multiple seven-figure verdicts and settlements and has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of individuals and families harmed by negligence, defective drugs and medical devices, catastrophic accidents, and dangerous premises.
Mr. Elliott has represented thousands of plaintiffs nationwide, including victims of auto and trucking accidents, slip and fall injuries, and complex product liability cases. His practice is distinguished by a hands-on approach, meticulous case preparation, and a willingness to take cases to trial when insurance companies or opposing parties refuse to act reasonably.
Today, through Elliott Law Firm, Mr. Elliott brings together his prosecutorial background and civil trial success to serve clients in criminal defense and high-value personal injury matters. His mission is simple: to be the lawyer clients trust when the stakes are highest, and to deliver relentless, intelligent advocacy when it matters most.
Education
Juris Doctor, Oklahoma City University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts, History, University of Florida
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78 SW 7th Street Suite #500, Miami, FL, 33130
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Posted by alexanderhe | April 22, 2014 | Personal Injury
What a Relief
I was involved in a car accident last week. I was serious injuries and my friends car was totaled. I called around to friends to find a good attorney to help me. My lawyer friend referred me to Bachus and Schanker, They send an attorney out to my home last Saturday night to talk to me and to take my ...
Posted by Abbie | March 04, 2014 | Personal Injury
We thank-you from the bottom of our hearts.
After months of looking for an attorney to take on AMFAM for my sons injury, a premise liability case, I am not sure you are aware but you were the 4th attorney I contacted and the 3rd attorney I hired. The previous 2 attorneys I hired bailed on my son stating that he would never see a settlement...
"Chris is an incredible attorney! He is very bright, extremely talented, and highly committed to his profession. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse J Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a talented and intelligent attorney. He does an excellent job representing his clients. He is an experienced attorney in the courtroom and works hard to get the best results for his clients."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Elliott. Chris is an incredibly skilled litigator with an impressive amount of trial experience. Chris has been recognized by the Denver Business Journal as one of Denver's 40 Most Accomplished Professionals Under 40. Chris truly exemplifies the qualities most needed in an attorney: drive, dedication, experience, professionalism, and an understanding and empathy for his clients."
"Mr. Elliott is professional, intelligent, and aggressive when handling personal injury litigation cases. Whether a high-profile civil case, or a smaller matter, he will give his client leverage and a distinct advantage against an insurance defendant."
"Chris is an exceptionally focused and patient attorney. He has personally handled a wide variety of cases, from minor injuries, to death and catastrophic injuries. He has the ability to stay very aggressive with insurance companies and large corporate defendants in order to get the best possible results for his clients. He also devotes endless hours to his clients, to answer all of their questions and address all of their concerns. I highly reccomend him."
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2014
Top 40 under 40, Denver Business Journal
2014
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2002
Conflicts of Law, CALI law school book award
2013 - Present
Equity Partner, Bachus & Schanker, LLC
2009 - 2013
Associate, Bachus & Schanker, LLC
2006 - 2009
Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney 20th Judicial District
2005 - 2006
Assistant Vice President, Countrywide Bank
2003 - 2003
Legal Intern, Bachus & Schanker, LLC
2002 - 2002
Legal Intern, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis
2014 - Present
District of Columbia Bar, Tort Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2013 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2012 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2006 - Present
Florida BarMember
Plaintiff's Verdic
Plaintiff's Verdict
Plaintiff's Verdict
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
How to Effectively Document a Personal Injury Case
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