With a larger than life presence, Chris Fowlkes is an accomplished attorney with a successful track record with clients. A former University of Minnesota football player, Chris' stature alone can be intimidating to courtroom opponents, but it is his skill in defending his clients that makes him a real threat to opposing counsel.

Chris regularly defends manufacturers, distributors and corporations against claims of alleged product defects, negligence and employment discrimination. He has successfully tried several difficult cases serving as first- and second-chair. He has managed cases ranging from defending utility locate companies in damage claims to contract issues with a Native American organization to employment litigation with local businesses.

Beyond his legal practice, Chris has served on the Board of Directors for the Center for Communication and Development, which operates the Minneapolis radio station KMOJ, where he recently served as co-chair of the personnel committee, and as a member of the program and executive committees. He also serves on the Board for ARDEL Group, Inc., a leader in association management, where he has helped to revise the personnel policy and effectuate other changes.