Civil Litigation & Trial Attorney
Christopher Edward Canton, Esq.
Mr. Canton is a civil litigation attorney, operating both in trial court and on appeal. He has a strong background in law and motion, has conducted innumerable courtroom appearances, writing motions, mediations, arbitrations, trials in Superior Court and arguing appellate briefs at the Court of Appeal. Mr. Canton is well versed in business, employment and contract negotiation, engaging alternative dispute resolution proceedings and advising clients to the best possible outcome.
Based in San Diego, California Attorney Christopher E. Canton represents clients both residing in California and abroad. Mr. Canton is committed to excellence and integrity, striving not just to meet, but to exceed clients' needs, working hard to reach the best resolution possible. Mr. Canton upholds the highest level of professionalism and legal ethics and has an established reputation based on outstanding service and commitment.
Mr. Canton was raised speaking both English and French before moving to Southern California to eventually learn Spanish. Mr. Canton attained degrees from the following institutions: Sacred Heart Parish School (Coronado, CA), Saint Augustine High School (San Diego, CA), the University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA), the University of San Diego School of Law (San Diego, CA). Mr. Canton graduated from USC's Annenberg Honors Program and, in law school, Mr. Canton founded the Real Estate Law Society and was actively engaged in the Civil Litigation Clinic. Mr. Canton has a background in the restaurant industry. He has invented several products and holds a United States utility patent and three U.S. trademarks. Mr. Canton is an avid fly fisherman, traveler, and outdoorsman.
Mr. Canton is a recipient of the Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, created in 1989 to recognize the contributions of lawyers who volunteer their time and expertise.
Your rights are important, and Mr. Canton will do everything he can to fight for you. Mr. Canton’s trusted reputation and trial skills have made this law firm an aggressive and relentless civil litigation law practice.
Serving California and San Diego County
San Diego • Downtown • Coronado • Little Italy • Old Town • Mission Valley • National City • Chula Vista • North Park • South Park • Normal Heights • Kensington • Del Cero • La Mesa • Grossmont • El Cajon • Lemon Grove • Spring Valley • Rancho San Diego • Casa de Oro • Jamul • Mission Beach • Pacific Beach • Bay Park • Linda Vista • Clairemont • Mira Mesa • La Jolla • University City • Del Mar • Solana Beach • Encinitas • Leucadia • Carlsbad • Oceanside • Escondido • San Marcos
Christopher E. Canton: Civil Litigation Attorney in California
Education & Admissions
Law School:
J.D., University of San Diego School of Law
Undergraduate:
B.A., University of Southern California
Bar Admissions:
State Bar of California (2009)
United States District Court (2009)