Chris is the son of the firm’s founder, Larry Madeksho. He manages the firm’s California office in the Los Angeles area.

Like his father, Chris’s passion is fighting for the rights of victims of corporate negligence and abuse. He is a graduate of the University of Texas and started doing human rights work while studying at American University Law School. He did pro bono human rights work in Costa Rica with Casa Alianza and CEJIL Centroamerica, focusing on international child trafficking cases. Chris speaks fluent Spanish and French.

Chris is a recognized expert on benzene and is the co-chairman of the Benzene Litigation Group with The American Association for Justice. He is licensed to practice law in six states – Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Washington, Missouri and Oregon, and he has a national reputation for managing asbestos and other toxic torts. He represents mesothelioma and toxic injury clients nationwide.

Chris is a graduate of the nationally-renowned Trial Lawyers College, and he has received the Super Lawyers designation for 2022 – 2024. He was selected for this honor after an evaluation of many different factors including peer recognition and professional achievement. Super Lawyers is a Thomson Reuters honor that is awarded to no more than 5% of lawyers in each state.

In addition to trying cases for victims of cancer and toxic torts, Chris routinely tries cases pro bono for low-income families facing eviction in the Los Angeles area. He even participated as trial counsel and adviser to tenants in the largest rent strike in Los Angeles County history. Helping his community is a passion for Chris.

Outside of work, you’ll find Chris spending time with his family — they especially enjoy gardening, exploring the outdoors, making music, and enjoying good food together.