Christopher Hopkins

Christopher Hopkins

Chicago, IL recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023
Perkins Coie LLP

240 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Biography

Chris assists families, entrepreneurs, family offices, and financial institutions with planning for and navigating generational transfers of wealth, businesses, and real property. Chris works with clients to arrange for their desired transfer of assets; limit their liability; and minimize the impact of estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.

A former litigator, Chris is experienced in identifying potential sources of tension among family members and is well-versed in developing immediate and long-term practical solutions to minimize the potential for disputes. Frequently collaborating with other professional advisors, Chris enjoys working as part of a team to achieve his clients’ goals.

Perkins Coie LLP

240 Best Lawyers awards

Perkins Coie LLP logo

Overview

  • Wayne State University, J.D., graduated 2013
  • Wayne State University, J.D., graduated 2013

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in:
  • Trusts and Estates

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