Atty. Christopher T. Varner
Chris is a civil litigation practitioner in state and federal courts. He has represented clients in complex business litigation and class actions, including representation of Fortune 500 companies.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chattanooga, TN · 30+ Years Experience
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About Christopher T. Varner at a Glance
Christopher T. Varner is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Evans Harrison Hackett, PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1996), Georgia (1997), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1999). Educated at University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Brock, Jr, and Robert E, and Cooper American Inn of Court. Serves clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher T. Varner
- Chris is a civil litigation practitioner in state and federal courts
- He has represented clients in complex business litigation and class actions, including representation of Fortune 500 companies
- Chris has also prosecuted and defended products liability and premises liability cases, and he has defended insurers in declaratory judgment actions
- Furthermore, Chris has significant experience in defending professional liability actions
- Moreover, Chris has litigated a wide variety of cases involving real estate matters, including road access, easements and title disputes
- Chris has represented and advised clients involved in highly sensitive matters, some of which were the subject of intense public scrutiny
- In addition to his trial work, Chris has argued before the Tennessee Court of Appeals, the Tennessee Supreme Court, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Chris is also a member of the C.J.A
- Panel for the U.S
- District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee and has represented clients in criminal matters in both state and federal court
- Separate and apart from his litigation work, Chris is also regularly consulted by corporate clients on a variety of matters, including corporate governance, contemplated transactions and related documents, leases, and franchise and distribution issues
- In 2009 and 2010, Chris was identified as a "Rising Star" by Mid-South Super Lawyers
Legal Associations
• Chattanooga Bar Association (Board of Governors, 2006-07) • Tennessee Bar Association (Representative to Tennessee Judicial Conference's Bench-Bar Relations Committee 2001-08 (Chair, 2006-07); Ethics & Professional Responsibility Committee, 2009- ; Leadership Law (Class of 2005; Steering Committee, 2007-12 (Co-Chair, 2011-12); Board of Governors, 2008-; Mentoring Task Force, 2012-13 (Chair)) • American Bar Association • Lookout Mountain Bar Association • Georgia Bar Association • Federal Bar Association (Chattanooga Chapter Board of Governors, 2008- ; Treasurer, 2009-10; President-Elect, 2011; President, 2012) • Justices Brock & Cooper American Inn of Court (2001-2011) Community Legal Service: • Pro bono volunteer-Legal Aid of East Tennessee (Commendation, 2006; Annual Campaign for Justice Leadership Committee, 2004, 2006) • Chattanooga Parking Authority - Hearing Officer (2012-) • Normal Park Museum Magnet - Education Advocacy Chair (2012-) • Attorney Admissions Committee-Eastern District of Tennessee, Southern Division (2009- )
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher T. Varner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher T. Varner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chattanooga.
Personal Injury in Chattanooga
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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Business & Corporate Law in Chattanooga
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Chattanooga
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Chattanooga
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chattanooga
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 Chattanooga 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 venue, 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.
Chattanooga Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chattanooga-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 Chattanooga Choose Christopher T. Varner
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 T. Varner's practice in the field of personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher T. Varner brings 30+ 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 Tennessee, Georgia, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee, Christopher T. Varner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, Christopher T. Varner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chattanooga
A Chattanooga-based practice means Christopher T. Varner 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 T. Varner Handles in Chattanooga
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