Atty. Christopher E. Wilkins
Christopher E. Wilkins graduated in 1980 from the State University of New York at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History.
Admiralty Law & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY · 39+ Years Experience
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About Christopher E. Wilkins at a Glance
Christopher E. Wilkins is an Of Counsel based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Feldman Kieffer, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, litigation, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1987) and New York (1990). Educated at Louisiana State University Law School (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Political, 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher E. Wilkins
- Christopher E. Wilkins graduated in 1980 from the State University of New York at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History
- He is a 1986 graduate of Louisiana State University Law School
- Mr. Wilkins is admitted to practice in both Louisiana and New York State and Federal Courts
- Mr. Wilkins has practiced in the area of civil defense litigation for over 20 years
- He practices in the areas of complex premises liability, construction law, products liability and automobile accident litigation, many with exposures that exceed $1,000,000
- He also has experience in Workers' Compensation law, Admiralty law, Longshoreman and Harbor Workers' proceedings and asbestos litigation
- Mr. Wilkins also has extensive appellate experience
- Mr. Wilkins frequently serves as assigned counsel through the Erie County Bar Association Aid to Indigent Prisoner's Society
- Mr. Wilkins is currently a member of the New York State Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher E. Wilkins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher E. Wilkins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
Personal Injury in Buffalo
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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Construction Law in Buffalo
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Civil Litigation in Buffalo
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Buffalo
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Buffalo
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Buffalo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Buffalo Choose Christopher E. Wilkins
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christopher E. Wilkins's practice in the field of personal injury, construction, litigation, insurance, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher E. Wilkins brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana and New York, Christopher E. Wilkins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, construction, and litigation, Christopher E. Wilkins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Christopher E. Wilkins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Christopher E. Wilkins Handles in Buffalo
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