Christopher P. Santagate
Member
Chris advises insurers on handling difficult claims submitted under management and professional liability policies, primarily D&O and Employment Practices claims. As evaluation and adjustment counsel, he helps resolve disputes across the country concerning insureds in various industries. He also litigates unavoidable insurance coverage disputes and aids oil and gas companies with lease protection in foreclosure and bankruptcy proceedings. Chris is highly motivated and prides himself on finding workable solutions to even the most complex issues.
Contact Information
41 South High Street, Suite 3750, Columbus, Ohio 43215Practice Areas
Education
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, J.D., 2011, Cum Laude
The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, M.B.A., 2011, Magna Cum Laude
Kenyon College, B.A. in Economics and minor in Mathematics, 2008, Cum Laude
Courts & Bar Associations
- Ohio Bar
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
- Columbus Bar Association, Member
- Ohio State Bar Association, Member
Professional Honors & Awards
- Ohio Super Lawyers "Rising Star" (2017-2025)
- CALI Excellence for the Future Awards – Sales
Professional & Civic Affiliations
- Franklin County Children Services, Volunteer (2020-2023)
- Junior Achievement of Central Ohio Development Committee, Member (2016-2020)
- Neighborhood Services, Inc. Board of Directors, Secretary and Member (2013-2016)
- Beta Alpha of Beta Theta Pi, LLC., President (2013-2015)
Presentations & Publications
- "Attacks Begin on the CFPB's Recently Proposed Regulations" (2016)
- "CFPB Attacks Pre-Dispute Arbitration Clauses" (2015)