Our Attorneys

Christopher P. Hannan

Partner

212-344-7400
channan@kjmsh.com

Biography
A seasoned litigator with more than two decades of trial experience, Mr. Hannan currently serves as the lead partner in the firm’s New York office and is responsible for the management of hundreds of complex civil litigation cases. His practice focuses on a wide array of areas with particular emphasis on Products Liability, Professional Liability, Catastrophic Injury, and Construction Litigation matters. Mr. Hannan has also served as National Coordinating and Trial Counsel in asbestos litigation for several major domestic and international manufacturers.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Hannan served for several years as a Senior Assistant District Attorney in the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office. During his tenure, Mr. Hannan prosecuted hundreds of felony cases and was undefeated in all Criminal and Supreme Court trials.

In his spare time, Mr. Hannan enjoys providing assistance to some of New York City’s underprivileged youth by serving on the Board of Directors of several local charitable and youth sports organizations.

Admitted to Practice
New York
Pennsylvania
United States District Court  – E.D.N.Y.
United States District Court – S.D.N.Y.
United States District Court – N.D.N.Y.

Education
B.A. Fordham University
J.D. St. Johns University School of Law

Memberships
New York State Bar Association
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
New York City Trial Lawyers Association

Catastrophic Injury Litigation

Complex Commercial Litigation

Construction Litigation

Premises Liability

Products Liability

Profession Liability

Toxic Tort/Mass Tort Litigation

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