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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.

CA sick paid leave
  • September 26, 2023
  • Blog

CA Updated Paid Sick Leave Law (S.B. 616)

There is currently no federal law requiring paid sick leave, but California’s Healthy Families Act of 2014 requires employers to offer a minimum of 24 hours or three days of paid sick leave per year. California’s paid sick leave law applies to employees who work in California for 30 or more days...

  • September 12, 2023
  • Blog

A New Los Angeles County Ordinance Aims to Protect Freelance Workers

A new ordinance in Los Angeles County that became effective July 1st of this year requires a written contract between hiring entities and freelance workers. The Freelance Worker Protections Ordinance aims to ensure freelance workers are treated fairly and receive the compensation they are due. This ordinance applies to work performed...