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Christopher Canterbury

Christopher Canterbury

Canterbury & Partners

32+ Years

Legal Experience

About Christopher Canterbury

Christopher Canterbury, an Anchorage-based attorney, has deep roots in Alaska. After graduating from Chugiak High School in 1985, he pursued higher education at Hamilton College, earning his degree in 1989, followed by a law degree from Columbia Law School in 1992. Returning to Alaska, he began his legal career as a law clerk for the Honorable James K. Singleton at the U.S. District Court for Alaska.

For over twenty years, Christopher has practiced law alongside his wife Michaela, who is also a native Alaskan. Together, they own Kelley & Canterbury LLC, where they specialize in personal injury law. Their practice is known for providing personalized attention, leveraging their combined insights to offer clients a comprehensive approach to legal challenges.

Christopher and Michaela have successfully handled a wide range of liability cases, including automotive collisions, slip and falls, sexual assault, medical negligence, and food-borne pathogen incidents. They are committed to understanding the unique challenges their clients face and ensuring fair resolutions to their claims.

Outside of their legal practice, Christopher and Michaela are parents to two hockey-enthusiast children and owners of two Irish Setter siblings.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites
Brain Injury
Car Accidents
Construction Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Premises Liability
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death

Alaska Car Accident Laws

Understanding Alaska's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$50K/$100K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did Christopher Canterbury complete his education?

Christopher Canterbury graduated from Hamilton College and Columbia Law School.

What type of law does Christopher Canterbury specialize in?

He specializes in personal injury law, handling cases like automotive collisions and medical negligence.

Who does Christopher Canterbury practice law with?

He practices alongside his wife, Michaela, at Kelley & Canterbury LLC.

How does Christopher Canterbury approach client cases?

He offers personalized attention, using a comprehensive approach to ensure fair resolutions for clients.

What are some of Christopher Canterbury's personal interests?

He enjoys spending time with his family, who are enthusiastic about hockey, and caring for their dogs.

Contact Information

821 N Street # 205 Anchorage AK 99501
Anchorage, AK
8884548185 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Christopher Canterbury for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Christopher for a free case review

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