J.D., University of California, Davis – School of Law, 2024
Reynoso Academic Excellence Award in Employment Discrimination
B.A., San Francisco State University, 2020
Chris is an associate in the Firm’s Labor and Employment and Litigation Practice Groups.
Chris previously joined Weintraub Tobin as a Summer Associate while he was earning his J.D. from U.C. Davis School of Law. During his time in law school, Chris served on the Moot Court Honors Board as a 1L Competition Problem Writer. He also served as Senior Articles Editor for the U.C. Davis Business Law Journal.
Chris received his B.A. in Political Science from San Francisco State University. Before attending law school, he worked for a boutique family law firm and externed with the Honorable A. James Robertson II and the Honorable Edward Torpoco in San Francisco Superior Court. These unique experiences helped him learn to provide effective and efficient advocacy for his clients.
In his free time, Chris enjoys playing basketball, watching sports, and spending time with his dog and cats.
Sacramento County Bar Association
Member
Awards
Outstanding Brief, Appellate Advocacy I
Best Brief, Appellate Advocacy II
September 8, 2025
Weintraub shareholder Talia L. Delanoy and associate Chris Horsley prevailed in the defense of a private school employer in an employment case. A former employee brought claims of religious discrimination, FEHA and Title VII retaliation, wrongful termination and breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing related…
July 16, 2025
Weintraub Tobin hosted its internal mock trial on June 27, 2025. Designed to help associates refine their courtroom skills while under the expert supervision of more senior attorneys, the mock trial included key elements of real litigation. Over 30 participants joined from across all offices and ranks, including shareholders, associates,…
February 7, 2025
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Chris Horsley as an associate in the Firm’s Litigation and the Labor and Employment practice groups. Chris previously joined Weintraub Tobin as a Summer Associate while earning his J.D. from U.C. Davis School of Law. He brings valuable legal experience through his previous roles…
Another year, another minimum wage raise. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Chris Horsley and Nikki Mahmoudi expand on updates to state and local wage increases and cover key cities like Santa Monica, City and County of Los Angeles. Watch this episode on YouTube or listen to this podcast episode here. Other…
Some California cities have raised their local minimum wage above the state rate of $16.50. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Chris Horsley cover key updates in cities like San Francisco, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Alameda. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast…
