Chris Patterson
8001 Centerview Parkway, Suite 103
Memphis, TN 38018
PHONE: 901.372.5003
FAX: 901.383.6599
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Chris Patterson serves as the Managing Partner at Patterson Bray focusing on business transactions, catastrophic personal injury cases, and general litigation. With over 20 years of legal experience, Chris has earned a reputation for his strategic prowess in handling complex corporate matters, including multiple business sales, acquisitions, and contract negotiations, delivering exceptional results for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. His leadership drives the firm’s litigation practice, where he oversees high-stakes cases with a client-focused approach, combining meticulous attention to detail with a deep understanding of business dynamics. His results oriented approach has established him as a trusted advisor in both the legal and corporate arenas.
Beyond his corporate expertise, Chris is a dedicated advocate for victims of catastrophic personal injuries, securing significant settlements and verdicts in cases involving significant injury and death. His compassionate yet determined approach ensures that clients receive both justice and the resources necessary for recovery.
As Managing Partner, Chris cultivates a collaborative environment, mentoring a team of talented attorneys while advancing Patterson Bray’s mission to provide innovative legal solutions. His commitment to excellence is evident in his active participation in community boards and associations cementing his reputation as a thought leader in the field.
EDUCATION
- University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, Bachelor of Science
- University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, Bachelor of Arts
- University of Memphis School of Law, Memphis, Tennessee J.D.
PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
- Board of Trustees, University of Tennessee (Appointed by Governor Bill Lee)
- Board of Trustees, St. George’s Independent School
- Former Director, Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation (Appointed by Governor Bill Lee)
- Fellow, Memphis Bar Foundation
- Memphis/Shelby County University of Tennessee Alumni Association Board Member
- Former Member, Shelby County Republican Party Steering Committee
- Memphis Bar Association Leadership Forum
- Listed in Best Lawyers in America (Commercial Litigation and Municipal Law)
- Memphis Shelby County Charter Commissioner (Appointed by Mayor Wharton)
- Former Member, Memphis Harding Academy President’s Advisory Counsel
- Former Member, Freed-Hardeman University President’s Advisory Counsel
- Named Rising Star in Construction Litigation in Law and Politics
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Tennessee Bar Association
- Member, Memphis Bar Association
- Member, National Crime Victim Bar Association
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Attorney, Patterson Bray
- Law Clerk to the Shelby County Criminal Court Judges
REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS
- Extensive experience in representing sellers and buyers in small and medium sized businesses sales.
- Served as City Attorney for multiple cities and towns in West Tennessee.
- Successfully represented newly established municipal school system throughout all aspects of creation, initial development and commencement of operations.
- Successfully represented local governmental entity through trial overturning invalid special election.
- Successfully represented mayoral candidate through trial overturning invalid municipal election.
- Successfully negotiated funding partnership between local government and banking institutions to address post-2008 development crisis.
- Extensive experience representing Plaintiffs in catastrophic injury and death cases resulting in multiple seven figure recoveries.