Biography
Chris focuses his practice primarily on the representation and defense of physicians, nurses, hospitals and other healthcare providers in medical malpractice lawsuits. Chris also represents clients in toxic tort, product liability and general tort litigation.Prior to joining Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP, Chris gained significant experience in all phases of litigation and second chaired cases to trial. He also has experience evaluating coverage issues and high exposure claims for insurance and reinsurance carriers under medical professional liability policies.
Practices
Medical Negligence and Healthcare
Pharmaceutical and Medical Device
Product Liability
Toxic Tort Litigation
Insurance
Professional Liability
Memberships & Affiliations
- Chicago Bar Association
Awards
- Selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, 2024
News
Chicago, Lisle, Libertyville, St. Louis, Madison County, Indiana, Kansas, August 15, 2024
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2025 Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch Lists
Fifty-six Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys were named to the 2025 Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® lists. In addition, Partners Michael W. Drumke and Gary C. Pinter were recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" in their respective practice areas.
Chicago, December 18, 2023
Nickels and Griffin Secure Defense Verdict In High Stakes Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Timothy G. Nickels and Christopher Griffin obtained a defense verdict on behalf of their client, a recently retired radiologist, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois before Judge Melissa Durkin.
Chicago, Lisle, Libertyville, St. Louis, Madison County, August 17, 2023
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2024 Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch Lists
Fifty-five Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys were named to the 2024 Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ lists.
Chicago, July 16, 2020
Three Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces that three attorneys have joined the firm's Chicago office as associates.