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Atty. Christopher S. Campbell

Atty. Christopher S. Campbell

Christopher S. Campbell is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee .

Memphis Memphis 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (901) 525-1455 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christopher S. Campbell at a glance

Christopher S. Campbell is a medical malpractice, employment, litigation, and health care attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Harris Shelton PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association (1997) and Arkansas, Arkansas Bar Association (2009). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1998) and Ouachita Baptist University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher S. Campbell is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee
  • He has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in Litigation - Health Care, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Christopher S. Campbell (“Christopher”) has more than 30 years of combined professional and educational experience representing businesses, health care providers, and insurance carriers in complex litigation
  • His practice focuses on litigation, trial work, and appellate matters, with significant experience in health care litigation, labor and employment disputes, and the defense of medical malpractice claims
  • Christopher represents clients in courts throughout Tennessee and provides counsel on matters involving regulatory compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution
  • Christopher serves as outside defense counsel for one of the region’s largest health care providers, where he assists with litigation, compliance, and related legal matters
  • He also represents national insurance carriers in cases involving construction, automobile, and insurance-related disputes
  • His work frequently involves managing high-stakes litigation, coordinating defense strategies, and guiding clients through complex legal and regulatory environments
  • Over the course of his career, Christopher has acted as lead counsel in cases that addressed or clarified issues under Tennessee law
  • These matters include LaFrancine Gibson, as Surviving Relative and Next Friend of Georgia Jones Deceased v
  • Yellow Cab, No. W2008-02417-COA-R3-CV (Filed December 15, 2009), and Morgan Keegan & Company, Inc. v
  • William Hamilton Smythe, III, et al., No. W2010-01339-SC-R11-CV (Decided April 25, 2013)
  • Based in Memphis, Christopher works with clients across Tennessee in matters involving Litigation - Health Care, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, providing practical guidance and advocacy throughout all stages of litigation

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher S. Campbell's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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

Christopher S. Campbell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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Christopher S. Campbell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Health Care Law

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Christopher S. Campbell is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher S. Campbell

Where is Christopher S. Campbell's law office located?
Christopher S. Campbell's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Harris Shelton PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher S. Campbell handle?
Christopher S. Campbell focuses on medical malpractice, employment, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Christopher S. Campbell practiced law?
Christopher S. Campbell has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Christopher S. Campbell go to law school?
Christopher S. Campbell earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Christopher S. Campbell for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher S. Campbell 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 S. Campbell received?
Christopher S. Campbell's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Disciplinary District 9 Hearing Committee Member of The BPR (Tennessee).

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1998
B.A.
Ouachita Baptist University
- 1994

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Disciplinary District 9 Hearing Committee Member of The BPR (Tennessee)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Black Lawyers: Top 100
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tennessee Commission for Continuing Legal Education & Specialization
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tennessee’s First Judicial Nominating Commission
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association
Admitted: 1997
Arkansas, Arkansas Bar Association
Admitted: 2009

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