Balch Law Group

Let’s face it, despite our best efforts, drama happens, crises come to a head, and opponents and critics get loud. Maybe everyone had the best of intentions, but the leadership was new, and the path challenging to find. Maybe past skeletons that good folks may not even know exist have come to the surface. Those in positions of trust may now be stuck holding the proverbial bag and suddenly the crisis is unavoidable. Where do you turn?

Chris Balch and the team of professionals at the Balch Law Group understand this unique pain. Chris has a long track record of helping local governments, elected officials, and insurers navigate such treacherous and potentially career ending problems with trust, transparency, exceptional risk management, empathy and integrity.

See BLG’s most recent achievements on behalf of our clients.

A Peek Behind the Curtain

It has always been, and will always be, the policy of this firm never to discriminate against any person who seeks our representation. The Reporter Newspaper released a story online by Dyana Bagby about a legislative decision being considered by the City of Brookhaven, a client of this firm. It raises an important issue about how and when lawyers advise local government clients…. Read More

Chris’ Recent Article in For the Defense

Defending Land-Use Cases When the Elected Official Is the Problem What to Do When They Say Something They Shouldn’t Have By Christopher D. Balch A well-conducted investigation will go a long way to helping a defense, but it is as much about public relations as about finding the truth and protecting public trust. Do the First Amendment rights of the… Read More

What Others Have to Say about Us

Phillip E. Friduss, Hall Booth Smith

I have found Chris to be the ultimate professional in matters ranging from ethics to full blown advocacy. He knows how to set a course, steer a course, and see a course through to completion.
2018-05-13T21:54:40+00:00
I have found Chris to be the ultimate professional in matters ranging from ethics to full blown advocacy. He knows how to set a course, steer a course, and see a course through to completion.

Cynthia Daley, Jonathan R. Brockman, P.C.

Chris has represented governmental entities and officials throughout his career and has a breadth of knowledge of the myriad of issues facing a municipality daily. Chris has served with co-defense council in several cases. During that time I have found his work product and judgment to be excellent.
2018-05-13T21:19:58+00:00
Chris has represented governmental entities and officials throughout his career and has a breadth of knowledge of the myriad of issues facing a municipality daily. Chris has served with co-defense council in several cases. During that time I have found his work product and judgment to be excellent.