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Christopher M. Houlihan

RisCassi & Davis, P.C. • West Hartford, CT
Medical MalpracticePersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(860) 787-8520
Address
91 South Main St, West Hartford, CT, 06107, US

Professional

About

Christopher M. Houlihan is a partner at RisCassi & Davis, P.C., where he tirelessly advocates for individuals injured by negligence. His extensive practice includes cases involving medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, defective products, dog attacks, and other catastrophic injuries. Chris has played a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s product liability and mass tort practice, representing clients with complex trauma such as traumatic brain injuries, quadriplegia, severe burns, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Licensed to practice in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, as well as their Federal District Courts, Chris has successfully tried numerous jury cases, recovering tens of millions of dollars for his clients. Chris’s dedication to excellence has earned him recognition in The Best Lawyers in America and as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star®. He is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, where he serves on the Board of Governors. Raised in West Hartford and now residing in Glastonbury with his family, Chris combines his deep legal knowledge with empathy and understanding, ensuring his clients receive the support they need during life’s most challenging moments. His commitment to justice has made a lasting impact on the lives of those he represents.

About Medical Malpractice Law

Medical malpractice attorneys represent patients harmed by healthcare provider negligence. They fight for compensation for injuries caused by medical errors. Common matters include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, medication errors.

Credentials

Education
2012 University of Connecticut School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2008 Providence College BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2024 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2024 Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America 2023 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2023 Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America 2022 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Publications
2014 Connecticut Law Tribune Searching Health Records for Valuable Evidence 2013 Connecticut Law Tribune Personal Injury Law: Re-Examining the Limits of Landowners' Liability
Associations
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Board of Governors Member Connecticut Bar Association Member Hartford County Bar Association Member American Association for Justice Member American Bar Association Member
Speaking
2015 Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Lessons We've Learned from Cases We've Won and Lost
Updated: Mar 24, 2026