Christopher H. "Smitty" Smith
About Christopher H. Smith
Christopher H. Smith is a lawyer based in Savannah, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Christopher H. Smith is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Savannah, Georgia
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Miles Mediation & Arbitration Services LLC
Education: University of Georgia, graduated 1999 and College of William & Mary, Kinesiology
Location: Savannah, GA
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