Summary of Practice Christopher's primary areas of practice are federal and state taxation, business planning and estate planning. Prior to joining Bosso Williams, Christopher practiced with firms in San Francisco. Since 2000, Christopher has represented businesses at all stages, from closely held startups to Fortune 500 companies, in the technology, finance, energy and construction industries. In 2005, Christopher obtained an LL.M. in taxation from New York University School of Law, concentrating on corporate taxation. Professional Organizations Christopher is admitted to practice in California, including the Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of the U.S. District Court, and is a member of the Estate Planning Council of the Santa Cruz County Bar Association. Community Involvement Christopher is a member of the Board of Directors of For Kids Foundation Monterey Bay. Previously, he served as a director of One Brick, a national volunteering organization. He has also represented Habitat for Humanity and various community development organizations on a pro bono basis. Publications Contributor, A. Davis & K. Shea, "Stock and Asset Deals: Coordinating and Obtaining Regulatory Approvals and Other Requirements Involving Transfers of Permits, Leases, and Rights of Way," 47 Rocky Mt. Min. L. Inst. §9 (2001) Academic Background LL.M., New York University, 2005 J.D., cum laude, Tulane University, 2000 B.A., McGill University, 1997 |