Chris Sanders

Chris Sanders

also known as J. Chris Sanders

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 37 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Louisville, KY
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Wrongful Termination, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment

517 W. Ormsby Avenue, Louisville, KY

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 37 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1988

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Chris Sanders

517 W. Ormsby Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40203

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Chris Sanders's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sellus | April 18, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Chris Sanders - campaign manager

I needed Chris' help in a political consulting capacity instead of a legal capacity. He joined my Senate campaign as a campaign manager pretty late in the game, and really delivered the help I needed so that I could focus on being a candidate without having to manage my own campaign and staff. We w...ere a scrappy underfunded campaign, yet we still managed to make pretty significant waves across Kentucky and even in prominent national circles. I'm not sure we would have been able to build that energy and momentum towards the end of the race, nor finished with such a respectable showing and vote total, if we hadn't brought Chris on board. He handled an inherently high-pressure situation with grace and unwavering confidence, and I hope I get the opportunity to work with him again.

Posted by IAN | November 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HONEST AND TRUSTWORTHY

Mr. Saunders recently represented me with an issue I had. My situation was very complex and hard to explain, but I soon realized that Mr. Saunders understood my complex case and possessed the experience and knowledge to vigorously represent me. He is very adept with current and changing laws. I must ...admit that I had consulted with numerous attorneys prior, but did not get the impression that they fully grasp my case to effectively represent me. Throughout, Mr. Saunders did an exceptional job keeping me abreast with the development of my case and was quick to respond to questions I have. He is very thorough, reliable and competent, and unlike most attorneys I have dealt with prior, Mr. Saunders speaks directly to his clients. The quality service and representation received was exceptional, and his fees were quite reasonable too. Mr. Saunders is an attorney of integrity and unsurpassable trust. He is someone with whom clients easily build lasting relationships because he cares; not only about his clients throughout their cases, but even after.

Posted by Ryan | May 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A trusted advisor

Chris has been working with our organization now for over a year. He has become a trusted voice whenever we need support, advise, and overall legal services. Whether it's writing, negotiating, or reviewing contracts, considering business models or liabilities for special events, or even just getting ...feedback on partnerships and strategies, Chris is always there to help. He is personable and brings his years of experience in multiple sectors to each conversation. He's extremely fair with a powerful moral compass. And, while his skills are incredibly broad, if there's ever something that another expert is more equipped to handle, Chris can/will immediately connect you with someone he trusts to get the job done well.

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

C

I was fortunate to receive recommendations from physicians and attorney friends to hire Attorney Chris Sanders. I was so grateful I followed the recommendation. Mr. Sanders is a concerned, attentive, knowledgeable, and solution oriented Attorney. Due to the professionalism and correctness of his e...xpertise my unemployment was reversed and successful.

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Chris Sanders's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jill Guarascio

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Chris on numerous matters. He is highly knowledgeable in the labor and employment area and truly cares about his clients."

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Phillipe Rich

Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris is tireless and relentless in his pursuit of justice for the hardworking men and women of our community. He's not afraid to take on corporate bullies in defense of those who lack the resources to defend themselves."

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Paul Abney

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked jointly with Chris on cases and routinely refer clients to him. I would, without hesitation, send a friend or family member to Chris for legal advice. Chris Sanders is an asset to the legal community and a strong advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Worley

Securities and investment fraud lawyer

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Paul Abney

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

1999

Honorary Ambassador of Labor, Commonwealth of Kentucky

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Chris Sanders Law PLLC

2003 - 2013

General Counsel, United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 227

1999 - 2003

Secretary-Treasurer, Kentucky State AFL-CIO

1990 - 1999

Attorney, Segal Isenberg Sales Stewart and Cutler

Associations

2015 - Present

EmpowerWest

Member

2011 - Present

American Constitution Society for Law and Policy

Member

2007 - Present

Ridgewood Baptist Church

Deacon

1993 - Present

Kentucky Jobs With Justice

Founder

1988 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Highland Baptist Church

Member

2009 - 2010

Governor's Task Force for Unemployment Compensation

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Brewer v. Hillard and Consolidated Freightways, 15 SW 3d 1 (Ky. App., 1999)

win

Simpson County Steeplechase v. Roberts, 898 SW 2d 523 (Ky. App.,1995)

win

Busk v Integrity Staffing, US Supreme Court

lost

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Education

1988

Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

MDiv

Speaking Engagements

2008

Convention

Opening inspiration

Languages

English

Activity

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