Atty. Christopher E. Rogers
Chris Rogers is a shareholder with the firm. He initially practiced predominately in the firm’s Lake Geneva office, where he tried cases in Walworth, Kenosha, and Racine counties.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI
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About Christopher E. Rogers at a Glance
Christopher E. Rogers is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Habush Habush & Rottier SC. Educated at University of Wisconsin–Madison (J.D., 1995). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Madison) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher E. Rogers
- Chris Rogers is a shareholder with the firm
- He initially practiced predominately in the firm’s Lake Geneva office, where he tried cases in Walworth, Kenosha, and Racine counties
- In 2004, he moved to the firm’s Madison office, where he continues to practice today
- His focus is on cases involving injuries from product defects, automobile accidents, and general negligence
- He has clients throughout the State of Wisconsin
- In 2017, Chris served a one year term as President – Elect for the State Bar of Wisconsin
- He then served a one year term as State Bar President in 2018 and is the current Past President
- Chris has been named a Wisconsin Super Lawyer since 2010 and was named a Top 25 Madison Super Lawyer in 2012 and then again since 2015
- In 2016 he was inducted as a Fellow of the Wisconsin Bar Foundation, which recognizes members of the profession in Wisconsin who are known by their peers for high achievements in their profession and outstanding contributions for the advancement and improvement of the administration of justice in the State of Wisconsin
- In 2018 he was inducted as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, an honor less than one percent of all U.S. practicing lawyers receive
- Chris is the current Wisconsin Chair of the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation
- Chris was named an Ex Officio Member of the American Law Institute in 2018
- Additionally, in he has been elected as a Best Lawyer in America since 2018
- He was named Best Lawyers Lawyer of the Year for 2021 for Personal Injury Litigation- Plaintiffs: Madison
- In 2020, Chris was chosen to served on the Wisconsin Courts COVID-19 Task Force, which was established to recommend how the courts can safely continue jury trials and other court proceedings
- Chris graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1995 where he was a note and comment editor for the Wisconsin Environmental Law Journal
- After graduation, he worked for firms in Milwaukee and Madison, practicing insurance defense and defense litigation, before joining Habush Habush & Rottier
- On the personal side, Chris has worked extensively with individuals with disabilities, specifically in the areas of community integration, employment and job training
- He has coached girls basketball, boys middle school football, and has participated as a mock trial judge
- He also volunteered for the Waunakee Football Club and chaired their fundraiser
- He lives in Waunakee
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Christopher E. Rogers's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher E. Rogers handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Personal Injury in Madison
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.
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Product Liability in Madison
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Madison Choose Christopher E. Rogers
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Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and product liability, Christopher E. Rogers can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Christopher E. Rogers attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Christopher E. Rogers Handles in Madison
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