Christopher C. Hazelip

Christopher C. Hazelip is a shareholder at Rogers Towers, bringing four decades of litigation experience to the firm. His practice focuses on civil jury and non-jury trials, handling complex legal disputes across multiple industries. Christopher has built a strong reputation for representing clients in commercial litigation, premises liability, insurance disputes, and alternative dispute resolution. His strategic approach and courtroom skills have earned him recognition as a leader in his field.

Christopher attended Wheaton College, earning his Bachelor of Arts before obtaining his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida College of Law. During law school, he served on the Florida Law Review editorial board, an experience that honed his analytical and legal writing skills. Admitted to The Florida Bar, Christopher is licensed to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Middle, Southern, and Northern Districts of Florida and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

Christopher has successfully defended high-stakes litigation matters throughout his career, including product liability cases, business disputes, healthcare litigation, and negligence claims. He has represented major corporations, healthcare providers, and insurance companies in state and federal courts. His role as lead trial counsel in numerous landmark cases has positioned him as a trusted advocate for clients facing complex legal challenges. In addition to his litigation practice, Christopher is highly experienced in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution, helping clients navigate legal disputes efficiently.

Christopher’s professional achievements have been widely recognized. He has been named “Lawyer of the Year” in Jacksonville for both litigation and insurance law by Best Lawyers in America and has consistently been listed in Florida Super Lawyers. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and has held leadership roles in the Jacksonville Bar Association and the American Board of Trial Advocates.

With a deep commitment to his profession and community, Christopher C. Hazelip continues to provide exceptional legal representation, ensuring that his clients receive skilled advocacy in the most challenging legal disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Rogers Towers PA
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, Jacksonville Bar Association
• Master of Bench, The Chester Bedell Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Florida College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Wheaton College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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