Christopher W. Carr

With a legal career beginning in 1994, Christopher W. Carr is an award-winning and nationally recognized lawyer based in Dallas, Texas, known for his dedicated representation of injured plaintiffs in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, as well as his involvement in high-dollar and complex business disputes. Working with Lyons & Simmons, LLP, a firm ranked by peers and industry publications among the top firms in Texas, Carr brings extensive courtroom experience to his practice, having served as lead counsel in a multitude of significant trials across various jurisdictions.

Mr. Carr's prowess in the courtroom is underscored by his role as co-lead trial lawyer in a high-profile medical malpractice case in Dallas County, Texas. In this capacity, he delivered both opening and closing statements and was instrumental in questioning the majority of witnesses. His efforts culminated in a plaintiff's verdict of $10.1 million, marking it as one of the top fifty largest verdicts in Texas for the year 2022. The case involving a paralyzed client highlighted his ability to manage and succeed in complex legal battles.

Throughout his career, Mr. Carr has tried approximately 30 cases to Judges, juries, and arbitrators. His experience spans across more than 20 states, where he has represented clients in hundreds of cases, collectively involving hundreds of millions of dollars in alleged damages.

Apart from his trial accomplishments, Mr. Carr also served as General Counsel at a firm, where he played a pivotal role during the sale of the publicly traded company. This position allowed him to further hone his skills in corporate law and complex transactions, adding significant depth to his practice.

Committed to justice and client satisfaction, Mr. Carr is keen on making legal services accessible. He offers flexible billing arrangements, including contingent fees, underscoring his commitment to share the litigation risks with his clients. This approach ensures that all individuals, regardless of their financial situation, have access to the legal system.