Atty. Chris Patience

Atty. Chris Patience

Chris is a third generation attorney at the law firm of Skousen, Gulbrandsen & Patience, PLC. Chris has focused his law practice at Skousen, Gulbrandsen & Patience, PLC on personal injury and criminal law, helping clients obtain fair and equitable results.

Mesa Mesa 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Chris Patience at a glance

Chris Patience is a Partner based in Mesa, Arizona, practicing at Skousen Gulbrandsen And Patience Plc. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2012). Educated at Arizona State University College of Law (J.D., 2011) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 2007). Active member of State Bar of Arizona Arizona Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Mesa, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chris is a third generation attorney at the law firm of Skousen, Gulbrandsen & Patience, PLC
  • Chris has focused his law practice at Skousen, Gulbrandsen & Patience, PLC on personal injury and criminal law, helping clients obtain fair and equitable results
  • His determination and dedication in these areas has made him a valued member of the SGP Law team
  • Chris's dedication to the practice of law comes from his swimming background
  • Chris was an elite swimmer in high school and college
  • He was a two-time Arizona State Champion and four-time All American in high school
  • Following high school, Chris went on to swim for Brigham Young University where he became a two- time All American at the NCAA Division 1 National Championships
  • While swimming at Brigham Young University Chris also earned Scholar Athlete Awards and Academic All Conference Awards for his achievements in both swimming and academics
  • Chris was recently inducted into the Mesa Sports Hall of Fame and also the Mountain View High School Hall of Fame for his achievements in swimming

Practice Areas Explained

Chris Patience's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chris Patience handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Chris Patience is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arizona →

Business & Corporate Law

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Motorcycle Accidents

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mesa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chris Patience

Where is Chris Patience's law office located?
Chris Patience's law practice is located in Mesa, Arizona. The firm is Skousen Gulbrandsen And Patience Plc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chris Patience handle?
Chris Patience focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Chris Patience practiced law?
Chris Patience has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Chris Patience go to law school?
Chris Patience earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S., 2007).
How can I contact Chris Patience for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Arizona State University College of Law
- 2011
B.S.
Brigham Young University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 2012

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