Christopher B. Chris Mead

Bet-the-Company Litigation

4.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

38+ years experience

Schertler Onorato Mead & Sears LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

202-628-4199

https://www.schertlerlaw.com

555 13th Street, N.W., Suite 500 West, Washington, DC 20004

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Bio

Christopher B. Mead is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.Christopher B., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Christopher B. Mead is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.Christopher B., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Christopher B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Bet-the-Company Litigation
Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Special Focus: Civil Litigation
Special Focus: Complex Litigation
Special Focus: Criminal Defense
Special Focus: Food and Drug
Special Focus: Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Special Focus: Fraud
Special Focus: Health Care
Special Focus: Securities
Special Focus: White-Collar Criminal Defense

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

Yale University, J.D., graduated 1987

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Reviews

Mark Stewart

2 weeks ago

A formidable advocate in a complex commercial dispute

Our company faced a high-stakes breach of contract and fiduciary duty lawsuit that threatened significant financial and reputational damage. We engaged Chris Mead based on his firm's reputation and his specific recognition in Bet-the-Company and Commercial Litigation. Over the 38 years since his Yale Law graduation, he has clearly honed a formidable strategic mind. He didn't just react to the opposing counsel's motions; he anticipated them and built a narrative that ultimately led to a very favorable settlement just before trial. His deep experience in the D.C. legal landscape was invaluable. While his billing rates reflect his expertise and the results justified the investment, the detailed invoices could sometimes be a bit delayed, making internal accounting projections a challenge. That said, having a lawyer of his caliber—one recognized by Best Lawyers in multiple high-stakes fields—in our corner provided immense confidence during a critical period. He is a brilliant tactician who commands respect in the courtroom and at the negotiation table.