Christopher J. Simmons

Christopher J. Simmons is a founding partner at Lyons & Simmons, LLP. He is a nationally recognized trial attorney representing plaintiffs in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases. Known for his tireless work ethic and strategic litigation approach, he has secured hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. Simmons fights for justice against major corporations and negligent entities, ensuring accountability and meaningful change.

Simmons earned his Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University School of Law, where he was honored as a member of the Order of Barristers. He also holds a B.A. with Honors from Texas A&M University. Admitted to practice in Texas, New Mexico, and multiple district courts, he has successfully tried cases to verdicts nationwide, consistently delivering multimillion-dollar results.

Simmons’s courtroom success includes landmark victories such as a $109.5 million verdict for a burn injury case and a $33 million wrongful death settlement. His expertise extends to oilfield explosions, aviation disasters, industrial accidents, defective products, electrocutions, and commercial trucking collisions. Simmons also handles high-stakes business litigation involving fraud, breach of contract, and fiduciary duty violations.

A recognized leader in the legal industry, Simmons has been consistently honored by top legal publications, including Best Lawyers in America (2021–2025), Super Lawyers (2022–2024), and D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas (2019–2023). He has also been named a Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyer (2020–2025) and selected to The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. Beyond the courtroom, Simmons is deeply involved in supporting legal and charitable organizations throughout Texas, earning the Outstanding Committee Chair Award from the Dallas Association of Young Lawyers for his service and leadership.

Christopher J. Simmon’s commitment to justice, exceptional trial skills, and relentless advocacy make him a trusted legal champion for those facing life-altering injuries and losses.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Lyons & Simmons, LLP
• Member, Dallas Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Dallas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• New Mexico

Education

• Southern Methodist University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas A&M University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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