$ 425-425 per hour
Christopher P Norris
About Christopher
Biography
As the parent of four children I understand the importance of family law and how I must do the best job I can for those who trust me to assist them in such difficult times.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
25%
27 years
Alimony
20%
27 years
Child Custody
20%
27 years
Family
20%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Connecticut for 26 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Norris Law Group, LLC
72 North Street, Suite 303A, Danbury, CT, 06810
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Christopher P Norris's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Domestic Violence
Posted by Mike | November 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Great attorney
After having a TRO put on me over false Allegations From a EX. I did my research for a good family attorney. After reading all of the positive reviews I decided to go to a Consultation . I was impressed with his knowledge and professionalism . I retained his services and was able to get the TRO dism...
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"Whatever branch of Family Law your needs are in you can be assured that Christopher Norris has the experience that gets results."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Top Contributor Award - Divorce, Avvo
2012
Clients' Choice Award - Divorce, avvo
2011
Certificate of appreciation for being a Special Master, Danbury Superior Court
2011
Certificate of appreciation for representing children in court, Danbury Superior Court
2009
Pro Bono Award, Connecticut Bar Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Special Master at Connecticut Superior Court, Danbury Superior Court
2007 - Present
Special Master, Connecticut Superior Court Regional Trial Docket
2001 - Present
Partner, Donaldson, Kershaw, Norris & Lewis, LLC
2008 - 2009
Children with Special Health Care Needs Collaborative, Office Of The Child Advocate
Associations
2000 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Greater Danbury Bar AssociationMember
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
member
2012 - 2013
Zeta Beta Tau, Zeta Theta Alumni AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Krichko v. Krichko, 108 Conn. App. 644 (2008)
Trial Court decision reversed on issue of retroactivity as sought by Attorney Norris and the law firm of Donaldson, Kershaw and Norris, LLC with orders to determine the date the former wife began cohabiting for retroactivity purposes
Rathblott v. Rathblott, 79 Conn. App 812 (2003)
Trial Court decision reversed by Appellate Court as sought by Attorney Norris and the law firm of Donaldson, Kershaw and Norris, LLC
Education
1999
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2012
GAL training
Guardian ad Litem Training group leader
2004
Western Connecticut State University, Classroom presentation
Ethical Issues and Family Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can i do if my husband left 3 weeks ago, told me want a divorce but we own properties together and he will have pensions
01 May 2025
Q&A
Can I take my sons father to court for abandonment? He has not seen my son in 3 years with having an order for supervised visits
15 Oct 2019
Q&A
What happens in a contempt hearing for child support ?
04 Jan 2019