Christopher D. Yost

Chris Yost concentrates his practice in construction and complex commercial litigation, representing clients across a wide range of industries in matters involving significant financial exposure and critical business interests. His practical, results-driven approach keeps his clients' business objectives front and center at every stage of a dispute, from prelitigation negotiations through trial and appeal.

Chris’s experience spans construction defect and delay claims, breach-of-contract actions, fraud and business tort litigation, corporate governance disputes, derivative actions, trade secret misappropriation, non-compete and restrictive covenant enforcement, and bankruptcy and creditor-debtor disputes. Whether the case involves a multimillion-dollar contract claim or a closely held business conflict, Chris delivers forward-thinking strategy and hands-on advocacy. He leverages technology, including generative AI, to accelerate document review, sharpen case strategy, and enhance client deliverables, allowing him to work more efficiently without sacrificing the attentive, hands-on representation his clients expect.

Chris earned his J.D. from The George Washington University Law School, where he served as an editor of the George Washington Law Review, and holds a B.A. in Political Science and Government from the University of Colorado Boulder. His time in Washington, D.C. included firsthand experience in federal regulatory and legislative processes through roles at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and the United States House of Representatives, perspective that strengthens his ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory frameworks for his clients today.