Christopher Don Boutwell

About

Christopher Don Boutwell is a distinguished attorney based in Alabama, specializing in Environmental Litigation at Beasley Allen Crow Methvin Portis & Miles, PC. Since joining the firm’s Toxic Torts Section in 2008, Chris has dedicated his legal career to championing the rights of individuals and communities harmed by toxic substances irresponsibly introduced into the environment by corporations and other polluters. As a lead attorney, Chris is currently engaged in a significant class action lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, addressing unfair and deceptive trade practices related to "flushable wipes." This case represents Florida residents misled into believing these products were safe for disposal through flushing. Additionally, Chris has been an instrumental figure in the aftermath of the 2010 BP/Deepwater Horizon oil spill, representing a wide range of clients—including individuals, property owners, and business entities—seeking compensation for the damages inflicted upon the Gulf Coast. His involvement in the Deepwater Horizon Multi-District Litigation (MDL) as a member of the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee’s Science Team underscores his commitment to establishing the environmental and economic impact of the disaster through rigorous scientific evidence. Chris also stands out in cases involving leaking underground storage tanks (USTs), representing clients whose health and property have been compromised by hazardous petroleum contaminants. His proactive approach has led to successful recoveries for numerous clients affected by these environmental issues. Recognized for his legal acumen, Chris holds the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating and has earned a place on the Super Lawyers' Alabama Rising Stars list from 2013 to 2015. He was honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Beasley Allen’s Toxic Torts Section in both 2011 and 2015. Before joining Beasley Allen, Chris honed his trial skills as an assistant district attorney for Alabama’s Second Judicial Circuit and served as the attorney for the Butler County Department of Human Resources, advocating for the protection of vulnerable children. Chris graduated magna cum laude from Faulkner University's Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in 2005, where he was recognized for his academic excellence and leadership as the executive editor of the Jones Law Review. His extensive experience and unwavering dedication to environmental justice make him a formidable advocate in the legal field.