Christopher Wayne Wadsworth

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Christopher Wayne Wadsworth: Attorney with Wadsworth, Margrey & Dixon, LLP
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Introducing Christopher W. Wadsworth, the esteemed Managing Partner and founder of our firm. With a wealth of experience as a trial lawyer, Christopher specializes in insurance defense litigation at both the state and federal levels. His impressive track record encompasses a wide range of cases, including medical malpractice, personal injury (including trucking accidents and auto negligence), premise liability, product liability, construction defects, and insurance defense matters such as UM/UIM, bad faith, PIP, and coverage disputes.

Christopher obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Russian from the University of Florida. Prior to pursuing his legal career, he proudly served in the United States Navy for approximately six years, with duty stations including NAVSPECWARCEN Coronado California, NAVDIVSALVTRANCEN Panama City Florida, and EOD Mobile Unit 6 Detachment Mayport Florida. His exemplary service earned him a letter of commendation and a letter of congratulations from his commanding officer.

Completing his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Miami, Christopher graduated cum laude, achieving notable accolades such as membership in the Dean's List, a Mock Trial Finalist, a Moot Court Optional Round Finalist, and membership in Phi Delta Phi (Honor Fraternity). Following his tenure at the prosecutor's office, he dedicated his career exclusively to insurance defense and civil trial work, handling cases involving auto negligence, trucking negligence, premises liability, medical malpractice, products liability, construction defects, and insurance coverage disputes.

Christopher is admitted to the Florida Bar, the United States District Court of the Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Florida, as well as the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Additionally, he holds certification as a Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court mediator. Notably, Christopher is affiliated with prestigious organizations such as Strathmore's Who's Who, Palm Beach County Bar Association, American Bar Association (Tort Insurance Law Section), Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA), the American Legion, Dade County Chamber of Commerce, and the Dade County Bar Association. He has further honed his skills through participation in the intensive trial program offered by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy and has served as a lecturer on various legal topics for numerous insurance companies and organizations.

Choose Christopher W. Wadsworth for comprehensive legal representation delivered with unparalleled expertise and dedication. His vast knowledge and experience ensure that you receive the highest level of advocacy for your legal needs.
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Areas of Practice (35)

  • Advocacy
  • Aviation
  • Civil Litigation
  • Claimant
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction
  • Construction Defects and Insurance Defense Cases
  • Contracts
  • Defense
  • Employee Benefits
  • General Practice
  • Health
  • Insurance
  • Labor and Employment
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Personal Injury
  • Product Liability
  • Products Liability
  • Professional Liability
  • Real Estate
  • Trial
  • Trial Advocacy
  • Health
  • Trial Lawyers
  • Personal Injury
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Professional Liability
  • Wills
  • Real Estate
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Wills, Trusts and Estates
  • Personal Injury
  • Professional Liability

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Florida, B.A., Criminal Justice, 1989
Law School Attended:
University of Miami, J.D., cum laude, 1995
Year of First Admission:
1996
Admission:
1996, Florida; US Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit; US District Court, Middle District of Florida; US District Court, Northern District of Florida; US District Court, Southern District of Florida
Memberships:
The Florida Bar; American Bar Association.
Military:
United States Navy for approximately six (6) years wherein he was a member of the United States Navy Seals, E.O.D. and Diver community. While in the Navy he received several letters of commendation.
Languages:
Minor In Russian and Spanish
ISLN:
912049609

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (20 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 01/02/24 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 12/01/23 in Insurance Defense

    Chris is an excellent trial lawyer and someone that I have tremendous respect for as an attorney. He is worthy of your highest rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 12/01/23 in Commercial Litigation

    Very professional lawyer. Zealously represented his client will always remaining civil and professional. Deserves the highest rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Founder on 11/27/23 in Civil Litigation

    Great lawyer!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/22/23 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 11/22/23 in Civil Litigation

    An excellent trial attorney with an exceptional knowledge of insurance law, medical issues, and engineering.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Junior Partner on 11/22/23 in Insurance Defense

    Christopher Wadsworth is highly skilled trial attorney. One of the best I've ever seen.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/16/23 in Insurance Defense

    Excellent personality to respond to client concerns. Friendly and reassuring. Written work is straightforward, clean and clear. Courtroom demeanor tough and yet appropriately restrained when needed. I can easily give a great review to this candidate.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/16/23 in General Practice

    Chris is fantastic. I hired him several times over the last 20 years and can’t say enough good things about him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/16/23 in Civil Litigation

    very good lawyer.

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