Chris Meier, The CMI Group, Selected for Prestigious Legal Award
Carrollton, TX: The CMI Group (CMI) is thrilled to announce that Chris Meier, Esq., has been selected as a First Chair Award Recipient for 2017.
Now in its seventh year, the First Chair awards program recognizes in-house counsel who have made a significant contribution to the legal community within their discipline. Chris joins more than 150 in-house counsel from a myriad of industry’s on this award winning roster.
“I’m excited and honored to be recognized for this award,” said Meier. “It’s a privilege to be included amongst such talent in my profession.”
Chris serves as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer to CMI and is responsible for managing all legal aspects of the company's operations while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Joining the company in 2008, Chris is an active member of ACA International and ACA-Texas and has served as a guest presenter at several conferences covering topics such as Legislative Reform and In-House Litigation Strategies. He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas and Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law.
“I’m elated for Chris!” Said Carrie Finney, president of CMI. “He brings discipline and intellectual rigor to his role, our company, and our industry; I’m pleased to see him recognized for his contributions.”
Chris and fellow recipients will be recognized at the First Chair Awards Conference & Gala August 30 in Chicago.