Meet Christopher P. Kriesen

In 2017, I opened Kalon, a law firm devoted to social good, built on a lean, efficient business model. Although I litigate at the trial and appellate levels, most of my practice is serving as a mediator or arbitrator, helping people resolve their conflicts, helping them create value by exploring interests, and expanding options.

Before Kalon, I was a servant to traditional business models. Now I’m seeking a more fulfilling life, in line with my values, with giving back and paying it forward as guiding principles. I attended the Advanced Mediation Workshop at the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School and completed the LEAD executive education program in corporate innovation at the Stanford GSB.

“I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.” Maya Angelou.