Christie Michelle Berkley Phan

Christie Michelle Berkley Phan

also known as Christie M. Phan

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 13 years

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

P.O. Box 1152, Coppell, TX

About Christie

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 13 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2012

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Christie M. Phan

P.O. Box 1152, Coppell, TX, 75019

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Christie Michelle Berkley Phan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (18) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Nasos | October 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

More than a family lawyer; she’s our family guardian!

Ms. Phan, is an honest, fair and professional attorney. She’s demanding during her practice and rightfully so, in a sense that she requires honesty and integrity from her clients, but she’s also extremely understanding and with the right empathy towards others’ situations. She accepted my case and he...lped me out over the past 5 years, and always exonerated me in the Court of Law from all false accusations and statements. We have for long considered Ms. Phan to be more than a family law attorney; she’s our close family friend. My kids and I will never forget her support, as we will always be grateful to Ms. Phan.

Posted by Sheri | December 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and thorough

I have never been so happy to give a thoughtful, positive review to an attorney - EVER. I am a retired, family law paralegal (board certified). From the time Ms. Phan was first retained (to substitute in for another attorney) in this case, she exhibited the professionalism and advocacy required in ...this field of practice. She was prepared, thorough and tough. When hired, Christie substituted into the biggest wreck of a case imaginable and through her diligence and expertise, won and won in a big way. Having been in my field for as long as I have, I am frequently asked for referrals for good family law attorneys and I will always put her #1 on that list. As well as #2, #3 and #4.

Posted by Michael | March 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended

Christie is amazing and really cares. She kept me informed about my divorce and I could always get in contact with her either call or email. Very thankful for her and team.

Posted by Alma | September 4, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

If you are looking for an attorney who will be HONEST and who truly is looking out for your best interest, Christie will 100% be that attorney for you! Christie assisted me in modifying my current custody / child support with my ex husband so I could move out of state with our daughter. Thanks to Chr...istie’s guidance, we ultimately reached an agreement we were both happy with. Thank you Christie from the bottom of my heart! And while I hope I never have another case to deal with, if I do, you will be my first phone call!

Posted by Richard | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Let her fight for you

To be short, Christie was hired when my case situation seemed dire. I brought her in with only one month before my first big hearing. Even though I knew the facts were on my side, I knew her having to play catch up would be challenging for anyone. She did it with grace and compassion. We ended up... settling the day before the hearing and I essentially got everything I asked for. After 13 years I finally have superior custody of my daughter and she is in a much better place. Christie is a bad ass.

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Christie Michelle Berkley Phan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Land

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Phan offers excellent advice and it very knowledgable."

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Barbara Mandle

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Phan is knowledgeable in all areas of Family Law. I highly recommend this attorney for your divorce, custody, and child support needs. She knows the law and can relate to clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Jeffries

Family lawyer

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Jeffrey Johnson

Family lawyer

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Shannon Timberlake

Juvenile law lawyer

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Jared Julian

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Andrew Speer

Child custody lawyer

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Ryan Segall

Child custody lawyer

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Robert McAngus

Child custody lawyer

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Jonathan Fox

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Susan Duesler

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Candace Labron

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Barbara Mandle

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Board Certified – Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2011

Semi-Finalist, Best Comment Award, SMU International Law Review Association

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Christie M. Phan

2012 - 2013

Associate, Law Office of Michael J. Schroeder

2011 - 2011

Student Attorney, SMU Dedman School of Law Criminal Justice Clinic

2010 - 2010

Intern, The Honorable William R. Mullins, National Transportation Safety Board

2010 - 2010

Intern, The Honorable Jorge A. Solis, U.S. Northern District of Texas

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, Capital Title of Texas

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, Colemont Insurance Brokers

1997 - 2007

AVP / Communications Manager, Bank Of America, N.A.

Associations

2025 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2025 - Present

Annette Stewart American Inn of Court

Member

2025 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Denton Co.

Member

2015 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Texas Bar College

Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2014 - 2015

Dallas Women Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Harris v. Vanegas

Fifth Court of Appeals at Dallas affirmed the trial court's decision to award managing conservatorship to Grandmother.

Coffin v. Bank of Oklahoma, N.A.

Fifth Court of Appeals at Dallas affirmed the trial court's judgment against defendant and her attorney for damages and sanctions.

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Education

2011

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2003

University of North Texas

B.A.A.S.

Publications

2013

Aspen Publishers Wills, Trusts, and Estates

Languages

English

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