Areas of Practice
Education
- Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., 2006; Dean's Certificate Recipient
- Harvard University, Masters in Public Policy, 2003
- Howard University, Bachelor of Architecture, 1998, cum laude; Alpha Rho Chi Medal of Achievement Recipient
Bar Admissions
- Louisiana, 2007
professionalsBio
Christopher Tyson is a member of the firm's Real Estate Practice Group. His practice is predominantly transactional with a focus on real estate, land use, and construction law issues. He has worked on projects involving drafting construction contracts, advising clients on zoning issues, condominium conversions, and various aspects of real estate acquisition, closing and entitlements. Mr. Tyson has represented clients before the East Baton Rouge Parish Planning Commission and before community meetings related to various real estate and land entitlement matters. Among other issues, Mr. Tyson is currently working on land acquisition and entitlement matters for a Fortune 100 Company.
News
- Jones Walker Sponsors, Attorneys Attend LSBA Minority Job Fair
- Tyson Elected to Board of Directors for the Baton Rouge Black Chamber
- Tyson to Speak at Small and Emerging Businesses Funders Conference
- Six Jones Walker Attorneys to Speak on "The Development Approval Process in Louisiana"
Presentations
- "The Development Approval Process in Louisiana", December 13, 2007
- "Progressive Zoning Issues", December 12, 2007
- "Basics of Negotiating a Commercial Lease", November 19, 2007
- “Innovative Approaches to Planning and Zoning Ordinances for Louisiana Municipalities”, June 2007
- “Innovative Approaches to Planning and Zoning Ordinances for Louisiana Municipalities”, February 2007
Memberships
- Baton Rouge Big Buddy Program (Member, Board of Directors)
- Baton Rouge Black Chamber of Commerce (Member, Board of Directors, 2008)
- Capital Area Transit System (Management Board, 2008–2011)
- National Bar Association
