Christopher R. "Chris" Fontan
About Christopher R. Fontan
Christopher R. Fontan is a lawyer based in Jackson, MS and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Christopher R. Fontan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Jackson, Mississippi
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Current Firm: Brunini, Grantham, Grower & Hewes PLLC
Education: Mississippi College, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Jackson, MS
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