Christopher M. Cockayne

Christopher M. Cockayne is a licensed personal injury attorney in Utah with a practice focused on auto accidents, dog bites, and general negligence claims. He is the founder of Cockayne Law, where he represents victims in a range of personal injury cases, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, pedestrian and cyclist injuries, and dog bite incidents. With years of experience in both large firms and solo practice, Chris is committed to advocating for fair outcomes and helping injured clients recover the compensation they deserve.

Christopher earned his J.D., High Honors, from the University of Utah College of Law in 2008. During law school, he was Editor of the Traynor Moot Court, a member of the National Moot Court Team, and a Leary Scholar. He also received the CALI Award in Remedies and Attorney Skills, as well as the COL Award in Advanced Torts, Trial Advocacy, and Teaching Law in High School. He completed his undergraduate studies at Weber State University, earning a B.A., Summa Cum Laude, in 2004.

Chris began his legal career at a large law firm in Northern California, where he worked on civil and domestic cases, including high-profile wrongful death litigation. He later returned to Utah and joined a local firm to sharpen his focus on personal injury law. Today, through Cockayne Law, he works exclusively in injury-related matters, bringing aggressive representation to clients who have suffered harm due to someone else’s negligence.

Along with his active law practice, Chris Cockayne is a frequent legal educator, sharing his insights through speaking engagements and published articles. His work in personal injury law has earned recognition from respected organizations, including The National Trial Lawyers and the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, highlighting his commitment to outstanding client advocacy and results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Cockayne Law Firm, Inc.
• Member, Utah State Bar
• Member, Salt Lake County Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Personal Injury Attorneys, Top 10 under 40
• Member, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, 10 Best
• Member, The National Trial Attorney, Top 40 Under 40

Licensed State

• Utah

Education

• University of Utah College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Houston Law Center
• Weber State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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