About Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer – Chris Stokes
Chris Stokes is a personal injury and wrongful death attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, admitted to the Georgia Bar in 2017. He is a partner at Rafi Law Firm, which represents injured clients throughout the Atlanta metro area from its office at 1776 Peachtree St NW.
BACKGROUND & CREDENTIALS
Chris earned his undergraduate degree in Accounting from Auburn University before attending the University of Georgia School of Law, where he served on both the mock trial and moot court teams, represented plaintiffs before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and argued before the Board of Immigration Appeals through UGA Law’s Appellate Advocacy Clinic. Before joining Rafi Law Firm, he worked at an insurance defense firm in metro Atlanta, defending businesses and insurers in automobile crashes, dangerous property cases, and coverage disputes.
APPROACH TO CASES
Chris focuses on cases that require deep preparation and litigation skill: catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases from car and tractor-trailer crashes, and negligent security cases where property owners failed to protect residents and guests. His time on the insurance defense side gave him direct insight into how insurers evaluate claims and build their defenses, which he now uses to anticipate and counter those strategies on behalf of injured clients.
RECOGNITION & MEMBERSHIPS
- National Order of Barristers, University of Georgia School of Law (honor reserved for the top ten trial advocacy students)
- Continues as a guest judge and coach for UGA Law’s mock trial program
OFFICE LOCATIONS
1776 Peachtree St NW, Unit 423, Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: (404) 800-9933
Open 24 hours daily
Serving Atlanta, GA.
Practice Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
In Georgia, you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33. Exceptions can apply for minors or claims against government entities. Chris Stokes can review your case to confirm your specific deadline.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Atlanta, Georgia?
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Atlanta, Georgia?
Chris spent years defending insurance companies in personal injury cases before switching sides. He uses what he learned about how insurers evaluate and minimize claims to anticipate their strategy and counter it on behalf of his clients.
Why does Chris Stokes's insurance defense background matter for injury victims?
Why does Chris Stokes's insurance defense background matter for injury victims?
Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule: you can recover damages as long as you are less than 50% at fault, with your compensation reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover anything, under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33.
What if I was partially at fault for my accident in Georgia?
What if I was partially at fault for my accident in Georgia?
Chris focuses on wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases, particularly tractor-trailer and commercial vehicle crashes, as well as negligent security cases where property owners failed to provide adequate safety for tenants and guests.
What types of cases does Chris Stokes handle in Atlanta?
What types of cases does Chris Stokes handle in Atlanta?
No. The firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless the firm recovers compensation through a settlement or verdict.
Does Rafi Law Firm charge upfront fees?
Does Rafi Law Firm charge upfront fees?
