Christopher S. Channel

Christopher S. Channel is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the School of Law, University of Pittsburgh, and a Partner at Leech Tishman law firm, specializing in litigation. He focuses on defending industrial manufacturers, business owners, and natural resources industries in toxic substances, product liability, and intellectual property disputes. His expertise includes trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and non-compete agreements.

Education:

• JD, Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary
• BA, West Virginia Wesleyan College (Magna Cum Laude)

His research emphasizes IP law and litigation strategy, particularly in employment-related IP disputes and emerging technology challenges. He has lectured on cyberlaw and P2P file-sharing litigation trends. Chris advocates for client-centric litigation approaches, blending legal rigor with business strategy.

Professional Contributions: He has published articles on IP issue spotting, employment relationships in IP disputes, and music file-sharing litigation. His work bridges practical litigation tactics and evolving IP challenges in digital environments.

Experience: Previously a shareholder at Babst Calland Clements & Zomnir, P.C., he emphasizes alternative dispute resolution and client collaboration to achieve strategic outcomes.