Christopher Andrew Allen
also known as Chris Allen, Christopher Allen
About Christopher
Biography
For over 20 years, Chris has successfully litigated serious accident cases throughout the region. He relentlessly advocates for injury victims from all walks of life. After a long career helping accident victims at a high volume law firm, Chris started his own firm, Allen Injury Law, LLC to give his clients the personal service they deserve. With extensive trial experience, he has expertise across the entire spectrum of personal injury law including truck and auto accidents, industrial accidents, premises liability, products liability, nursing home malpractice and workers' compensation. He has helped his clients in everything from small to serious million dollar injury cases.
Chris is AV® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubble. The AV/Preeminent Rating is the pinnacle of professional excellence earned through a strenuous peer review rating process that is managed and monitored by the world’s most trusted legal resource, Martindale-Hubble. This is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards. He is selected as a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer, an honor reserved for the top 5% of lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. He is a member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is a National Trial Lawyers Association Top 100 Trial Lawyer, a member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, the American Association for Justice and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis. He is licensed in Missouri, Illinois and in Federal Courts.
Chris was born in Mexico City, Mexico and moved to the United States in 1977. He is fluent in Spanish. After attending Chaminade College preparatory in St. Louis, he completed his undergraduate degree at Creighton University. He graduated from St. Louis University School of Law. While in law school, he served as a Faculty Fellow and also clerked for the Honorable Clifford J. Proud, U.S. Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-40%
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Licensed in Illinois for 27 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 28 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Allen Injury Law, LLC
231 S Bemiston, Ave, Suite 910, Saint Louis, MO, 63105
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Christopher Andrew Allen's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
7 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Trustworthiness
Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
I believe Mr. Allen gave me 110% of his attention and that is very important in looking for an attorney. When the case began, he explained in detail what he would do and that he would make every effort to get me what I deserve and he did just that! The time he took wasn't long at all. He kept me i...
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Integrity at every level!!!
Chris was amazing from the first phone call until months after my case closed. I never had to call and find out what was going on. He kept me informed and explained the entire process in detail. Chris is a man of integrity. He did what he said he would do at every step and that really mattered to me ...
Christopher Andrew Allen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chris is a dedicated, detail-oriented attorney who is committed to making his clients whole after suffering injuries from employment or an accident. He also speaks Spanish fluently. I enthusiastically endorse this attorney for personal injury cases!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Very knowledgeable attorney that brings years of experience to the firm. An incredible work ethic and all around nice guy."
"It's obvious to anyone that has ever seen Chris in a courtroom or deposition that he is an aggressive advocate who will stand up for his clients in every circumstance. He is a master of trial strategy, and is always operating at least six steps ahead of his opponent. I've worked with Chris for nearly 10 years. He was my first mentor, and I still trust his opinion and instinct over all others."
"Chris Allen is an excellent attorney. He's very knowledgable and experienced, always well-prepared and willing to fight to get full value for his clients. I recommend him highly."
"Chris has litigated personal injury and workers' compensation cases for almost 20 years in Missouri and Illinois. His track record speaks for itself. I regularly consult Chris on complex legal issues. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Chris is a tenacious trial lawyer who aggressively pursues the truth for his clients. He is conscientious, hard working, and gifted in the courtroom. He is also speaks fluent Spanish."
"Chris is a fantastic attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. He continues to impress me with his knowledge of the law, and his compassion for those who are injured. I would not hesitate to send any client to Chris should they need an attorney for an injury or worker's compensation claim."
"Chris is a top notch personal injury and workers compensation attorney. I have referred cases to him in these areas and he has, without fail, done an excellent job with great results. I wholeheartedly endorse him if you are looking for a personal injury and/or workers compensation attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2018
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2018
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner, Allen Injury Law, LLC
2005 - 2020
Attorney, Goldblatt Singer
Associations
2007 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2006 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysMember
2006 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. LouisMember
Sample of Legal Cases
1,026,000
1,100,000
$1,350,000 Settlement
$485,000 Settlement
1,500,000 Settlement
Education
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2005
2005 Tort Reform Effects on Personal Injury Litigation
Publications
2005
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers