Christopher J. "Chris" McCool
About Christopher J. McCool
Christopher J. McCool is a lawyer based in Charleston, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Christopher J. McCool is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: O'Shea Law Firm LLC
Education: Washington and Lee University, JD, graduated 1991 and University of Kansas
Location: Charleston, SC
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