Atty. Christopher M. Bentley

Atty. Christopher M. Bentley

Christopher M. Bentley is a partner with Johnson Jackson LLC.

Tampa Tampa 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Christopher M. Bentley at a glance

Christopher M. Bentley is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Johnson Jackson PLLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Distric (2008) and Florida (2008). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 2007) and Stetson University (B.A., 2004). Active member of Hillsborough County Bar Association (Member, Young Lawyers Division) The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher M. Bentley is a partner with Johnson Jackson LLC. He has represented management on behalf of employers in Florida and other states for nearly 10 years
  • Chris counsels public and private employers in matters relating to employment law and labor relations
  • He received his undergraduate degree from Stetson University and his law degree from the University of Florida Levin College of Law
  • Chris is a member of The Florida Bar and the Hillsborough County Bar Association
  • He has been recognized as one of Florida’s “Legal Elite Up and Coming” by Florida Trend, and as a Super Lawyers Rising Star.He serves as a member of the Continuing Education Committee and the Youth Projects Committee for the Young Lawyer’s Division of Hillsborough County
  • He also serves as a board member of the First Tee of Tampa Bay and is a volunteer for Special Olympics

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher M. Bentley's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher M. Bentley

Where is Christopher M. Bentley's law office located?
Christopher M. Bentley's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Johnson Jackson PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher M. Bentley handle?
Christopher M. Bentley focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Christopher M. Bentley practiced law?
Christopher M. Bentley has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Christopher M. Bentley go to law school?
Christopher M. Bentley earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 2007
B.A.
Stetson University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Distric
Admitted: 2008
Florida
Admitted: 2008

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