Christopher Whitener Lewis

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      Christopher Whitener Lewis

      Dallas, Texas
      24 years of experience

      Biography

      Frequently found atop lists of the top attorneys in his state, Christopher Lewis is a trial attorney based in Dallas, Texas. He is recognized by past clients and peers alike for his considerable experience and contribution to numerous areas of criminal defense and personal injury law. He possesses both an Avvo 10/10 rating and AV Preeminent rating by Martingdale Hubbell, which is the highest possible rating awarded for the combination of skills and experience in the law.

      He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Evangel University, where he majored in both government and psychology. He was also a four-year letterman for his school football team, winning both All-Conference and All-American honors. Later, he would earn his Juris Doctorate from Baylor University, with a concentration in criminal law.

      Upon graduation, he worked as an assistant district attorney for several counties near Dallas. He would also cut his teeth in civil litigation while working for one of the most influential civil trial firms in Texas. Eventually, he founded Chris Lewis & Associates, drawing on his diverse experiences to represent clients in both criminal and civil matters.

      Among his numerous accolades, he has been named a “Best Lawyer in America,” “Texas Super Lawyer,” ''Best Lawyer in Dallas,” and been named a Top-Rated Lawyer and named to the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 List for his achievements in criminal defense law. Additionally, he is a member of the Million Dollars Advocates and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

      He also enjoys various professional associations and memberships, including to the State Bar of Texas, American Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association, and many others.

      Practice Areas

      Criminal Law

      Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

      Personal Injury

      Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

      White Collar Crime

      DUI & DWI

      Asbestos & Mesothelioma

      Products Liability

      Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts

      Fees

      • Free Consultation
      • Credit Cards Accepted
      • Contingent Fees

      Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

      Texas, State Bar of Texas, ID Number: 24004765, Since 1998

      Languages

      English : Spoken, Written
      Spanish : Spoken, Written

      Professional Experience

      Assistant District Attorney Dallas County District Attorney's Office

      Year: 1999 - 2000

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      Associate Touchstone Bernays

      Year: 2000 - 2000

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      Associate Godwin Gruber, LLP

      Year: 2000 - 2004

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      Founding Member The Lewis Law Firm, PLLC

      Year: 2004 - 2007

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      Founding Partner Crain Lewis, LLP

      Year: 2007 - 2020

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      Founding Partner Chris Lewis & Associates, P.C.

      Year: 2020 - Current

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      Assistant County Attorney Williamson County Attorney's Office

      Year: 1998 - 1999

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      Professional Associations

      American Association for Justice Member (Current)

      American Bar Association Member (Current)

      Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Member (Current)

      Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Member (Current)

      Dallas Trial Lawyers Association Member (Current)

      Dallas Bar Association Trial Skills Section, Co-Chair (Current)

      Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Foundation Life Fellow, Board of Directors, 2004 – 2006, Co-Chair, Freedom Run Committee, Co-Chair, Ties That Bind Committee (Current)

      Baylor Law Alumni Association Lifetime Member (Current)

      Texas State Bar &nbsp# 24004765 Member (1998 - Current)

      National College of DUI Attorneys Member (Current)

      Texas Trial Lawyers Association Member (Current)

      Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Member (Current)

      Federal Bar Association Member (Current)

      National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member (Current)

      Awards

      • Top 100 Lawyers

        The National Trial Lawyers

      • Superb Rating: 10.0/10.0

        AVVO

      • AV Preeminent

        Martindale-Hubbell

      • Best Lawyers in Dallas

        D Magazine 2020.0

      • Texas Super Lawyer

        Texas Monthly 2020.0

      Education

      • Baylor Law School Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

        Year: 1997

      Chris Lewis & Associates, P.C.

      Address:

      1717 Main Street, Suite 4625, Dallas, TX 75201

      schedule

      Monday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM

      Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM

      Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM

      Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM

      Friday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM

      Saturday: Closed

      Sunday: Closed

      Fax:

      (214) 665-6940

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