Christopher P Norris

Christopher P Norris

4.5
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Danbury, CT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +3 more

72 North Street, Suite 303A, Danbury, CT

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

27 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

27 years

20%
Family 20%

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-425 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 26 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1999

Active

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

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Mike | November 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

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...isses. I am very thankful for his services and would recommend him to anyone I know who is going threw similar issues .

Posted by Juan | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly Recommend

I highly recommend Attorney Norris as a family lawyer. His competence, professionalism, and deep knowledge of the law are of the highest caliber. He represented me in a difficult case and did an outstanding job. His efforts and those of the entire staff at his firm, Donaldson & Norris, are exempla...ry. Thank you, Chris!

Posted by Mehri | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

EXCELLANT ATTORNEY

I have nothing but the highest of recommendation for Attorney Norris. He had a heart of gold and truly cares, he is amazing. best thing I ever did for myself to hire Attorney Norris after two previous attorney, I find him through AVVO. I was very lucky to find him. I had a very difficult divorce & my... husband did everything he could to make it more painful. Attorney Norris is well respected and great Trail Attorney, He did a great job on my trail. His staff are very efficient & my Calles were answered all the time. I am grateful to Attorney Norris. Thank you Mr. Norris for all. Mehri J.

Posted by Michael | November 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great attorney

I was recommended to Attorney Norris through a family member's attorney. I am so happy that I hired Attorney Norris for this case. Me ex-wife filed a bogus TRO, which restricted my access to our daughter. Attorney Norris took the time to analyze the entire narrative and developed our strategy for cou...rt. During court, I was very happy with the way Attorney Norris conducted himself. He addressed each of my concerns and made my ex accountable for each false statement she made. Out of court, Attorney Norris did an amazing job trying to get witnesses for our case. Due to the federal bureaucracy, the most important witness could not testify. Attorney Norris went through the process to get my witness' testimony. Although it wasn't used, it did weaken most of the claims my ex made. The TRO was dismissed and I get to see my daughter for the first time in almost a month. In addition to great legal advice, Attorney Norris gave me great personal advice on how to deal with my ex-wife going forward. I still gave in to my emotions, but Attorney Norris was able to diffuse the situation. I am very happy with Attorney Norris and I will retain him when I seek custody of my child from my ex. Although he is not retained for a different matter, his work set me up for success with this other matter. His personal and professional ethics are incredible. Attorney Norris was straight-forward with me about the obstacles we would face. He was very prompt in responding to my calls. I felt like I was part of his team. I wish I didn't have to hire an attorney, but I would not even think of hiring anyone else. Thank you for all your hard work.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

quick on his feet

This man is very effective-not the life of the party but extremely capable. He was able to get meevything I asked for in very little time. He was clever and stayed one step ahead of my divorce by geting a different judge (same building) on the case as an aside but this was trul;y what the situation... warrented. I would absolutely give his name to a friend.

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Christopher P Norris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Woermer

Family lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Alimony lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Alimony lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Christopher Leroi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse and would recommend Mr. Norris to everyone and anyone. I have been practicing for 24 years. I was the youngest judge in Colorado history, a magistrate, a prosecutor in three districts, a law professor, and have worked in private practice for years. I still learn from his Avvo answers each and every day. He is a huge credit to the legal system. Hire him."

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M. Miller

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Franklin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 13

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"I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!"

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Kyle Bristow

Unknown lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Norris. As evidenced by the number of questions he has answered on Avvo, he has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through his many work experiences that he is a stellar attorney."

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Christopher Palmer

Unknown lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Norris shows a willingness to help and a firm grasp of the law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Giddens

Family lawyer | May 07

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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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Mary Quin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Norris contributions to the Avvo community demonstrate not only a high level of substantive knowledge and technical competence, but also diligence, thoughtfulness and care. His clients are fortunate to have someone who exhibits these traits. I endorse his without heistation"

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Bradley Fisher

Unknown lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community."

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Ryan Hamilton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Norris has provided this community with superb answers to questions in the field of family law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Basil

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in family law matters, and his advice appears to be spot on."

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Jerry Knafo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Aaronson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 01

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"I endorse this lawyer. His reviews alone show he is a very good attorney"

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Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Doan

Family lawyer | Jan 30

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is an asset here on Avvo and to those clients privileged to work with him."

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Santos Perez

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Norris is a first-rate family law attorney who can be trusted to zealously advocate for his clients. Highly recommended."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

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 Association

Member

1999 - Present

Greater Danbury Bar Association

Member

Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

member

2012 - 2013

Zeta Beta Tau, Zeta Theta Alumni Association

President

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

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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

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