Chris Barrett concentrates his practice in employment litigation at the state and federal levels.
Chris is a seasoned litigator with more than a decade of experience representing clients in state and federal courts across the country. His practice spans employment law, general commercial litigation, and fair housing and accessibility matters. On the employment side, Chris handles disputes involving discrimination, wage and hour claims, restrictive covenants, and trade secrets. He also regularly advises and defends employers on the full range of legal challenges they face in the workplace.
As a member of Baker Donelson's Fair Housing and Accessibility Team, Chris counsels developers, property managers, and other housing providers on compliance with the Fair Housing Act, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. He has experience defending clients in administrative complaints before the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and state and local enforcement agencies, as well as in enforcement actions brought by private individuals. The team's work covers a broad variety of housing types, including multifamily, senior living, student housing, and affordable housing.
Chris is licensed to practice law in California, Tennessee, and Connecticut.