D. Christopher "Chris" Carson
About D. Christopher Carson
D. Christopher Carson is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. D. Christopher Carson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Burr & Forman LLP
Education: The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 1993 and The University of Alabama, B.A., graduated 1989
Location: Birmingham, AL
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