Atty. Christopher Davies

Atty. Christopher Davies

Christopher Davies has more than 25 years' experience representing clients around the world in challenging circumstances. He has experience in complex civil, criminal and administrative matters, often involving crisis management.

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About Christopher Davies at a glance

Christopher Davies is a securities attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1996) and Wesleyan University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Christopher Davies has more than 25 years' experience representing clients around the world in challenging circumstances
  • He has experience in complex civil, criminal and administrative matters, often involving crisis management
  • In just the past year, Mr. Davies has represented, among others: a party in the various investigations and litigation arising from the allision between the Dali and the Key Bridge
  • Norfolk Southern in investigations and litigation relating to the derailment in East Palestine, OH
  • a global energy trading company in parallel DOJ and CFTC investigations concerning alleged corruption and market manipulation
  • Indian auditors in US regulatory inquiries
  • a media company in congressional inquiries concerning an alleged conspiracy to discriminate in advertising placement on the basis of viewpoint
  • a UAE entity in investigations and litigation arising from the failure of the largest private equity firm in the Middle East
  • a health care company in multiple congressional inquiries arising relating to quality of care and financial metrics
  • media entities sued in Florida for supposed violations of Helms-Burton
  • various non-US auditors in PCAOB inquiries concerning their regulatory filings
  • a Special Committee in an internal review of potential issues in their labor and employment practices
  • an Indian auditor in connection with potential client impropriety relating to accounting in the company’s Middle East operations
  • a Greek auditor in investigations and litigation concerning a fraud perpetrated by a Greek marine fuel company
  • an internal investigation concerning potential accounting errors at a UAE fuel storage company
  • a Special Committee in response to allegations of misconduct at a company facility
  • and PRC-based auditors in SEC and PCAOB investigations

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Davies's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Davies

Where is Christopher Davies's law office located?
Christopher Davies's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Davies handle?
Christopher Davies focuses on securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Christopher Davies go to law school?
Christopher Davies earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (BA).
How can I contact Christopher Davies for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Davies directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher Davies received?
Christopher Davies's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities; Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1996
BA
Wesleyan University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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