Christine Burkhart

Principal

Overview

Christine D. Burkhart is a principal in the San Antonio office. She has over 19 years of experience in civil litigation primarily focusing her practice on construction defect litigation, representing general contractors and subcontractors, premises liability, product liability and trucking/transportation matters. Most of her cases concern highly complex matters with substantial damages. While a talented and skilled litigator, Christine has successfully achieved highly desirable settlements in multimillion dollar cases.

Prior to pursuing her career in the law, Christine worked in mortgage lending for 13 years in Northern Ohio and Las Vegas. During that time, she handled loan originations, loan closings and became an underwriter.  Thereafter, she moved into management and oversaw loan operations and sales for branch offices in the region. Her knowledge of the business and ability to understand the relationships and impact of the laws and regulations give Christine’s clients added value beyond her legal knowledge.

Professional Background

  • Christine joined Germer as a principal in the San Antonio office in 2021.

Bar Admissions

  • State Bar of Nevada – 2005
  • State Bar of Texas – 2016
  • State Bar of Ohio – 2024
  • Admitted to practice before the following courts:
    • Nevada state courts
    • Texas state courts
    • Ohio state courts
    • United States District Court for the District of Nevada
    • United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
    • United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
    • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas

Professional Certifications

  • Align Certified

Education

  • California Western School of Law
    • Juris Doctor – 2005
    • Academic Achievement Award – Trial
  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    • Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice – cum laude – 2002

Professional Memberships and Affiliations

  • State Bar of Texas, Construction Law Section

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