Christopher M Harrell

Christopher M Harrell

3.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Louisville, KY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Social Security

2500 Bardstown Rd Ste 4, Louisville, KY

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 33 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1993

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Christopher M Harrell

2500 Bardstown Rd Ste 4, Louisville, KY, 40205

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Christopher M Harrell's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Typical Sleazy SS Lawyer

I managed to talk to Chris two times in a year that I had him hired. His pretrial preparation was worthless. His pretrial briefing was garbage. The briefing I wrote to him to take my trial was better. He asked two questions during the hearing, neither of which the judge cared about or used in his dec...ision. I lost my case because I hired Chris instead of doing it myself. Don’t make your illness or disability worse by hiring this guy and giving him any of your money.

Posted by Ted | April 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Lost My Buddies Case

I just listened to the recording of the trial with the administrative disability judge. This lawyer is a joke. He must just think that putting the name of a lawyer on the disability case makes it win. Because he did nothing. He asked two questions and even put my buddy down in front of the judge. ...That recording is on Reddit. I should’ve represented my friend. The only thing this lawyer did was get records which anybody can do with one phone call to any medical facility. I have reported this guy to the Bar association on my friends behalf. Just do your case yourself or just a random friend instead of this guy.

Posted by Debra | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Outstanding attorney

While researching a lawyer to help me with my ongoing disability case, I knew that I was looking for someone who was well respected, reliable and dedicated. Even though he was clear across the state I chose to contact Chris Harrell. Turned out that I chose well. He was everything I was looking fo...r and more. There were times that I dropped the ball but Chris and his excellent staff picked it up and kept me going. Without their help I don't know if I would have my disability benefits now. They are professionals and truly care about their clients. I would certainly hire this firm again.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable, very competent, willing to work with a variety of situations

I originally came to Chris for legal counsel with a divorce which was final several years ago. His help was immeasurable as i am disabled and on SSD which required knowledge about how to navigate a divorce with those extra circumstances. I called upon him again last year as I had a case of non-...payment of maintenance (which I desperately needed funds for paying medical bills and basic living expenses) and contempt of court. He was straightforward in presenting options and always available in answering questions and concerns. All documents presented to court are concise, accurate and legally well-written and binding. My recent litigation included an attempted modification or termination of provisions for maintenance. The Property Settlement Agreement document (from my divorce several years ago) was written so that it was not subject to modification and the judgement was therefore binding. Chris was always looking out for my best interests. An example is he knew my income and resources are extremely low and he automatically asked that I be awarded attorney's fees related to recent actions filed. He is also very skilled in instant, on the spot negotiations. I also like his office location. Parking is easy and very accessible. I highly recommend Chris Harrell as a personable, mindful and available attorney!

Posted by Jennifer V. | January 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

A Steadfast Advocate

Mr. Harrell represented me in my recent divorce, and his knowledge, no non sense approach, professionalism, and humor made an otherwise unpleasant experience, much more bearable. Even though Mr. Harrell has a busy schedule as an attorney, he was always available to answer any questions I had, and I... never felt rushed, or like a low priority. He always took the time for me, and I never walked away with lingering questions/concerns or feeling my case was unimportant. Even though he "worked for me," and never tried to persuade, or dissuade, any of my decisions, he was always straightforward and honest, and was a tremendous help to me when weighing options. I felt confident and protected as a client, and greatly appreciated his fierce advocacy. Chris Harrell is excellent, and I will be happy to refer him to anyone who is in need of a top notch attorney. He comes with my highest recommendations.

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Christopher M Harrell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Stone

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris is a dedicated legal professional who is a great advocate for his clients. He is well respected in the legal community."

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Karen Faulkner

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Chris is a passionate and competent lawyer who works hard for his clients. I have worked with him and against him and have and would continue to recommend potential clients to him."

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Justin Key

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Chris is a zealous advocate for his clients and an effective mediator for those facing difficult legal issues."

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Thomas Stone

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Karen Faulkner

Family lawyer

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Hugh Barrow

Family lawyer

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John Helmers

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Justin Key

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top Lawyer-Family Mediator, Louisville Magazine

2014

Top Lawyer-Social Security and Disability, Louisville Magazine

2013

Top Lawyer-Social Security and Disability, Louisville Magazine

2012

Top Lawyer-Social Security and Disability, Louisville Magazine

2008

Professional of the Year, Court Appointed Special Advocates

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner, Christopher Harrell, Attorney at Law, PLLC

Associations

2002 - Present

Guardian Ad Litem Association

Member

1996 - Present

Louisville Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Kentucky Bar Assocation

Member

1993 - Present

Louisville Bar Association, Social Security Section

Former Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Cox v. Commissioner of Social Security

Favorable

McGinity-Miller v. Miller

Favorable

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Education

1993

University of Kentucky

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Legal Aid University

Divorce

2008

2008 Child Custody Conference

Child Custody

2007

To Infinity and Beyond: Social Security Practice in the 21st Century

Social Security

2006

Social Security Seminar

Social Security Disability

Publications

1999

Access to Justice Foundation Child Custody in Domestic Violence Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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