Mr. Hallett's dedication to excellence has been recognized with various awards, notably being named among the Lawyers of Distinction in 2024.
SARASOTA, FL, January 09, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Christopher L. Hallett, Esq., has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Hallett, an esteemed associate attorney at Mallard Perez PLLC, has made significant strides in the legal field, particularly in personal injury. With six years of professional experience, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise and dedication to trial litigation work. His most notable achievement came in 2024 when he secured a $1.87 million jury verdict against GEICO in Sarasota County, marking his first million-dollar verdict in his inaugural year practicing plaintiff's injury law.
Before joining Mallard Perez PLLC in 2023, Mr. Hallett served as an attorney at a civil defense firm from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this role, he was an assistant state attorney for the 12th Judicial Circuit Court in the State of Florida from for the preceding three years, where he developed a strong foundation in legal proceedings and courtroom advocacy.
Mr. Hallett's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in history from Paine College. He then pursued a Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law, graduating in 2018. His time at Stetson was marked by his participation on the nationally ranked trial team, where he achieved victory in the American Association for Justice Mock Trial Competition in 2017 and 2018. The experience included two to three months of rigorous effort and long hours of preparation for the team, which greatly shaped his litigation skills and remains a defining moment in his academic career.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Hallett is actively involved in several industry-related organizations. He is affiliated with The Florida Bar, the American Inns of Court, Business Networking Insiders, the American Association of Justice, the Florida Justice Association, and the Sarasota County Bar Association, where he serves on the Council for Diversity and Inclusion and as the editor for the official magazine of the Sarasota County Bar Association.
Mr. Hallett's dedication to excellence has been recognized with various awards, notably being named among the Lawyers of Distinction in 2024. He attributes his success to the values instilled in him by his parents, who emphasized hard work and perseverance. These principles have guided him throughout his career and continue to inspire him as he strives to make them proud.
Outside of his legal career, Mr. Hallett enjoys walking his Husky, reading and engaging in various sports activities, such as golf, softball, pickleball and weight training. He also contributes to the community as a coach for the Booker High School Mock Trial Team. Looking ahead, he envisions establishing a law firm that bears both his and his father's name as a testament to their shared legacy of hard work and dedication. He is committed to building vital connections within the community and achieving impactful jury verdicts that will ensure the firm's success and prosperity.
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