Chris Harris, J.D.
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Chris has experience managing all aspects of civil and administrative claims and litigation, recently specializing in workers compensation for international mega-firm Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith.
He was previously identified as a national top performing vehicle and solar sales specialist at Tesla Motors and Energy.
Chris earned his B.A from the University of San Diego, later earning his Juris Doctorate at night while working full time during the day.
Chris is an ex-D1 collegiate athlete and all-state champion record holder. (Football/Track and Field).
In his free time Chris owns and operates a small business, serves his community as a controlling political committee member, creates as a musician, competes as a combat sports and semi-professional athlete, and studies as a stoic philosopher.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Hearing Representative & Litigation Paralegal
Lewis Brisbois
01.2023 - Current
- Chris handles a full case-load of workers compensation and sports liability claims for AmLaw 100 firm
- Lewis Brisbois, the 9th largest law firm in the world
- He is currently specializing in asbestos exposure/asbestosis related insurance litigation defense
- Operating on a billable hour system, Chris has consistently achieved an A+ (98%+) bill realization rate with multinational corporate clients.
Treasurer
Ellis California Jones for District 3
07.2023 - Current
- Serving as Treasurer for Ellis California Jones' campaign for District 3, San Diego City Counsel
- Duties include signing and filing of all committee reports and statements
- Depositing of receipts in the campaigns designated bank within 10 days of receipt
- Authorization of expenditures
- Monitoring of contributions to ensure compliance with legal limits and prohibitions.
Hearing Representative and Paralegal
Huete Law, A Professional Corporation
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Chris works under supervising attorney as a tireless advocate for the workers of California
- Litigation duties performed are including but not limited to; legal research, drafting of persuasive motions and pleadings before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board, case filing, client intake, drafting of trial briefs, investigation, trial and hearing appearances before judges and legal strategizing within the professional ethical boundaries of law
- Directs legal assistants and subpoena representatives through standard legal procedure, working cohesively to achieve desired outcomes
- Reads and rates reports of Qualified and Agreed Medical Evaluators in order to provide strategic legal analysis
- Utilizing WorkCompCentral PDRS SB 863 calculators to determine permanent disability ratings and indemnity
- Experience analyzing Almaraz Guzman and Range of Motion DRE reports
- Case management experience utilizing MerusCase.
National Sales Director
Sunshine Movers Long Distance LLC
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Oversees nationwide sales, marketing, and logistics operations
- Initiation, strategic development, consultation, and closing during the sales process
- Utilizing CRM software to ensure quality assurance and design logistic processes.
Internet Sales Manager
Toyota of Poway
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Negotiated product sales and trade-in deals for maximum profit.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Maintained relationships and followed up with customers.
- Worked with off-site locations to find desired items for customers.
Internet Sales Manager
Mossy Honda
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Management of customer accounts
- Initiation of comprehensive sales process from initial contact, pricing & appointment setting, test drive, closing, and delivering vehicles
- Works cohesively with floor consultants to direct a comprehensive sales process.
CES II
Tesla
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Front end engagement initiating Tesla vehicle and Energy product sales
- Responsibilities include successful customer engagement, influencing of customer orders through test drives, telemarketing, and management of salesforce pipeline
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- Maintained position through acquisition of SolarCity due to status as top performing specialist.
Energy Specialist
SolarCity
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Field solar energy sales
- Worked on a commission structure engaging potential customers and scheduling in-home consultations.
Booking Agency Intern
Sleeping Giant Music
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Initiation of preliminary networking outreach
- Assisting agents with venue research, client relations, talent relations, talent scheduling, accounting, itineraries, and artist management.
Student Assistant
University of San Diego
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Creation of spreadsheets and word documents
- Tasked with answering phones and ensuring client satisfaction
- Responsibilities also include copying, filing, printing, and assisting with the setup and procession of events in the institution.
Day Trader, Scottrade
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Independently manages a successful common stock portfolio.
Real Estate Intern
University of San Diego
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Summer intern for the USD School of Real Estate
- Responsibilities include but not limited to spreadsheet creation and file management.
Education
Juris Doctorate - Law
Alliant International University
08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Business Administration, Philosophy
University of San Diego
01.2017
High School Diploma -
Hilliard Davidson High School
Ohio05.2012
Skills
- Legal Research
- Claims Evaluation
- Hearings and Depositions
- Verbal Communication
- Legal Writing
- Settlement Negotiation
- Corporate Litigation
- Investigation Skills
- Case Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Workers' Compensation Claims
- Civil Litigation
- Legal Research
- E-Filing
- Legal Drafting
- Negotiation
- Liens
- Case Management
- Workers Compensation Defense
- Cash Flow
- Team Leadership
- Strong Interpersonal Skills (Writing/Telephonic Communications)
Certification
- Commissioned California Notary Public
- Microsoft Office Specialist
- MPRE
- Proficient with LexisNexis, Westlaw.
- Proficient utilizing Merus and IManage case management systems.
Timeline
Treasurer
Ellis California Jones for District 3
07.2023 - Current
Corporate Hearing Representative & Litigation Paralegal
Lewis Brisbois
01.2023 - Current
Hearing Representative and Paralegal
Huete Law, A Professional Corporation
08.2021 - 01.2023
National Sales Director
Sunshine Movers Long Distance LLC
05.2020 - 03.2021
Internet Sales Manager
Toyota of Poway
08.2019 - 11.2019
Internet Sales Manager
Mossy Honda
03.2019 - 07.2019
CES II
Tesla
07.2017 - 01.2019
Energy Specialist
SolarCity
07.2017 - 05.2018
Booking Agency Intern
Sleeping Giant Music
11.2014 - 05.2015
Real Estate Intern
University of San Diego
07.2014 - 09.2014
Day Trader, Scottrade
11.2013 - 11.2014
Student Assistant
University of San Diego
01.2013 - 05.2015
Juris Doctorate - Law
Alliant International University
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Business Administration, Philosophy
University of San Diego
High School Diploma -
Hilliard Davidson High School
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