Chris has a degree in Criminology and Philosophy from the University of Maine where he graduated magna cum laude. While at the University of Maine School of Law he was a member of the moot court board and also served as an intern in the Cumberland County District Attorney's office. Chris has taught classes at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, including "Courtroom Testimony and Demeanor in OUI Cases". He has also been a certified Guardian Ad Litem since 2004. Prior to joining Ainsworth Thelin & Raftice, Chris worked for the Cumberland County District Attorney's Office and the Attorney Generals Office. Chris has lived in South Portland since 1977 and resides in the Willard Beach area with his two children, Thomas and Kaeli.