Chris Beddow

About Chris Beddow

Charlotte Criminal Defense Lawyer

Chris Beddow is a Powers Law Firm, PA Associate Attorney specializing in Criminal Justice and Family Law. Mr. Beddow, a licensed member of both the North Carolina State Bar and the South Carolina State Bar, is eager to represent clients facing misdemeanor and felony criminal charges, as well as family law issues, throughout the Carolinas. "Every day, I am motivated by the ability to help people and make a real, tangible difference in their lives." The fact that I am able to help people all over the Carolinas, a place I call home, makes it even more special. "I am honored to be an advocate for clients in the Carolinas."

Mr. Beddow has extensive experience representing clients in both North and South Carolina on a wide range of civil and criminal litigation issues. The National Trial Lawyers Association recently named Mr. Beddow one of the top 40 under 40 trial lawyers in the state of North Carolina.

Mr. Beddow, a criminal defense and family law attorney at Powers Law, is deeply committed to providing his clients with zealous representation. "Clients come to you to help them resolve some of their most dark, desperate, and trying circumstances." It is my purpose and passion to strive for the best possible outcome on behalf of my clients as a trusted confidant and advocate."

Mr. Beddow attended the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and the University of South Carolina Law School. Mr. Beddow was the Senior Articles Editor for the ABA Real Property, Trust, and Estate Law Journal at USC Law. Mr. Beddow also interned for the Honorable Paul Martin Newby of the North Carolina Supreme Court and clerked for the South Carolina litigation firms of Richard Harpootlian, P.A. and Rogers, Townsend & Thomas, PC while in law school.

Prior to law school, Mr. Beddow worked in New York City's theater and film industries. Mr. Beddow graduated from the New York Film Academy's Acting for Film Program and has worked as a professional actor in New York's television, film, and theater productions. "Attorneys have their own version of theatre, and they must be dedicated and collaborate to persuade others of the value of their clients' interests." I was able to use my acting experience to be an effective advocate for clients."

Mr. Beddow is a native Charlottean who graduated from Charlotte Latin School in 2004 and is a huge Carolina Panthers and UNC basketball fan. Mr. Beddow is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys activities such as fishing, hunting, running, skiing, and golf. Chris has run several half-marathons and one full marathon.

Our law firm has three conveniently located offices. We have two offices in Charlotte, North Carolina, and one in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Chris Beddow is admitted to the bar in both states.

Why did you decide to become a lawyer?

It may sound corny, but I wanted to be a lawyer so that I could help people and make a difference in their lives. On a daily basis, I am able to navigate the legal system's complexities and intricacies on behalf of my clients in order to further their interests. Being a criminal defense lawyer is a real rush. I couldn't think of anything else I'd rather do in the legal field.

Being able to practice law in two different states is both challenging and rewarding. Despite North Carolina and South Carolina's close proximity, the law can vary greatly from one jurisdiction to the next, and it is my responsibility to be aware of these differences.

In addition, I grew up in an attorney's family. My father has been a lawyer in Charlotte, NC for nearly 40 years, and my sister is an insurance defense attorney in Raleigh, NC.