Chris Whidden, originally from Greenwich, NY, began his career in service at just 17, enlisting in the U.S. Army. He spent a decade as an infantryman, completing three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan before leaving the military in December 2011.
Chris pursued his passion for law, earning a B.A. in Legal Studies from the University of West Florida in 2014. He then graduated from Vermont Law School in 2018 with a J.D. and a Certificate in Experiential Advocacy. That same year, he was honored with the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award for his work with a veteran’s treatment court in Vermont.
In 2020, Chris founded Whidden Law Office, LLC, where he built a strong practice dedicated to serving his clients. In February 2025, he joined Green Mountain Lawyers, bringing his extensive legal experience and commitment to advocacy to the team.