Chris Cummings
Litigation Attorney
Overview:
Chris Cummings is a highly skilled litigation attorney with over a decade of experience in the State of Texas. His extensive career has seen him successfully navigate both state and federal jury trials, where he has honed his skills in crafting compelling arguments and presenting them with precision and clarity. Chris’s personable communication style and strong negotiation skills ensure that his clients’ needs are always prioritized. He is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes, striving to make his clients proud to have him as their attorney.
Chris’s journey to Texas began in West Virginia, where he grew up and played college baseball at Marshall University. He often jokes that he was raised in a courtroom, thanks to his father, a retired prosecutor, district judge, and living legal encyclopedia. This unique upbringing instilled in Chris a deep understanding and passion for the law from an early age. After law school, Chris sought immediate courtroom experience by joining the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office in New York, where he second-chaired high-profile trials, gaining invaluable experience in high-stakes litigation.
Outside of his legal career, Chris is a man of many talents and interests. He enjoys playing guitar, running, and attending concerts around town, finding balance and inspiration in his personal pursuits. While he thrives on the excitement of litigation and the satisfaction of achieving favorable outcomes for his clients, his favorite roles are being a devoted husband, father, and dog dad. Chris’s commitment to his family and his clients is unwavering, and he brings the same level of dedication and passion to both.
Chris Cummings’ blend of extensive litigation experience, personable approach, and unwavering dedication to his clients makes him a valuable asset to our firm. His commitment to excellence and client satisfaction continues to drive our firm’s success, and his diverse background and interests enrich the professional and personal lives of those around him.
Chris’s journey to Texas began in West Virginia, where he grew up and played college baseball at Marshall University. He often jokes that he was raised in a courtroom, thanks to his father, a retired prosecutor, district judge, and living legal encyclopedia. This unique upbringing instilled in Chris a deep understanding and passion for the law from an early age. After law school, Chris sought immediate courtroom experience by joining the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office in New York, where he second-chaired high-profile trials, gaining invaluable experience in high-stakes litigation.
Outside of his legal career, Chris is a man of many talents and interests. He enjoys playing guitar, running, and attending concerts around town, finding balance and inspiration in his personal pursuits. While he thrives on the excitement of litigation and the satisfaction of achieving favorable outcomes for his clients, his favorite roles are being a devoted husband, father, and dog dad. Chris’s commitment to his family and his clients is unwavering, and he brings the same level of dedication and passion to both.
Chris Cummings’ blend of extensive litigation experience, personable approach, and unwavering dedication to his clients makes him a valuable asset to our firm. His commitment to excellence and client satisfaction continues to drive our firm’s success, and his diverse background and interests enrich the professional and personal lives of those around him.
Education:
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, J.D., 2011 Marshall University, BBA in Marketing, 2007
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, J.D., 2011 Marshall University, BBA in Marketing, 2007
Certifications:
Texas, 2014 U.S. District Courts – Texas: Western and Southern Districts
Texas, 2014 U.S. District Courts – Texas: Western and Southern Districts
Associations:
State Bar of Texas Litigation Section Austin Bar Association Texas Trial Lawyers Association
State Bar of Texas Litigation Section Austin Bar Association Texas Trial Lawyers Association