Chris Layton, J.D. is the founder of The Layton Law Firm. He holds a B.A. in Journalism from The University of Maryland at College Park and a J.D. from Wake Forest University. He has been practicing law in Charlotte since 2000, where he lives with his wife Genevieve, a native of Concord, NC, and their two children who are students in the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools system.

Whether the firm is handling a minor personal property matter or complex litigation, the focus is always on the client. The foundation of the firm’s success is and has always been caring for clients. This approach to lawyering is shared among every team member at the law firm, and together with effective representation, it is reflected in the endless list of long-standing successful relationships maintained with clients.