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Christopher L. Walters

  • June 03, 2020
Christopher L. Walters Potente

Christopher is a lifelong California resident. He was born and raised in Orange County. He graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with undergraduate degrees in Integrative Biology and Religious Studies in 1996. He then obtained his law degree from the University of Southern California Law School in 1999, where he was on the Southern California Law Review staff and graduated in the top 15% of his class.

As Of Counsel to the firm, Christopher assists in coordinating all litigation matters. His approach offers the same, top-notch services offered by large, international law firms, but in a smaller, more personal atmosphere.

Christopher lives in East County San Diego with his wife Laura and his three daughters. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program and Toward Maximum Independence. He previously served on the Board of the East County Family YMCA. When he is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and camping.

  • February 13, 2024
  • Blog

New Rule on Independent Contractor Classification Blog Post (Feb 2024)

The United States Department of Labor (DOL) announced that beginning March 11, 2024, a new final rule will address independent contractor classifications. This new rule provides a guideline as to whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The DOL...

  • January 03, 2024
  • Blog

CA Minimum Wage Updates

While the federal minimum wage has remained the same since 2009 at $7.25 an hour, many states have continued to raise their minimum wage. California’s minimum wage is more than double the federal minimum rate and continues to increase. Beginning in 2024, California’s statewide minimum wage will increase from $15.50...