Christopher Michael Farish

Christopher Michael Farish

also known as Chris Farish

3.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

8150 N Central Expy., Ste. 600, Dallas, TX

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

20 years

25%
Family 25%

20 years

25%
Child Support 15%

20 years

15%
Mediation 10%

20 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Quaid Farish, LLC

8150 N Central Expy., Ste. 600, Dallas, TX, 75206

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Christopher Michael Farish's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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

Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable, courteous professional

In each interaction, Mr. Farish was thorough in his helpful explanation of the law as well as offering counsel to me as his client. His staff answered questions in a timely manner. Family Law is a painstaking process, yet in spite of that, Mr. Farish handled obstacles with poise, directness, and inte...grity. Not so for the opposition yet Mr. Farish didn't waver in the courtroom and I was glad I'd chosen him to represent me. His firm's professional contacts within the court system allowed Mr. Farish to know how to handle specific dynamics and intricacies with ease.

Posted by anonymous | October 3, 2014

Poor attention to detail, provided misinformation

I hired Mr Farish to handle my divorce. The fees were far beyond his original quote, and the final paperwork filed with the state listed wrong contact information despite my redlined documents sent back and forth, which I subsequently had to spend considerable time and effort correcting. He also prov...ided misinformation about paying my ex spouse child support directly while awaiting information from the state about my case number, creating trouble with the child support agency (although I provided documentation of the payments) since the initial payments were not made directly through them. If you are searching for a divorce attorney, I recommend keep looking!

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Christopher Michael Farish's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ashley McDowell

Family lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is an experienced litigator and collaborative attorney. Chris is able to balance his client's interests and goals with while obtaining the best possible outcome for his client."

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Jelena Kovacevic

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher is a great attorney. His calm demeanor and keen attention to detail help him stand out amongst other family law attorneys. I highly recommend Christopher."

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Christopher Meuse

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anita Savage

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is one of the most trustworthy, knowledgeable and effective attorneys in the market. Chris is what every Family Law attorney should aspire to be. He is honest, diligent, and extremely client focused. For his clients, he will lay it out straight when the facts or law is not on a client's side (so that you know what your risks are when you make your decisions and understand the road you are about to embark on when all is said and done). That said, Chris is collaborative by nature (which is so helpful in reducing costs and unnecessary attorney fees and costs). Importantly, Chris is not afraid of pulling up his shirt sleeves and being a strong and formidable advocate in the courtroom if litigation is necessary. I recommend Chris without reservation."

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Jelena Kovacevic

Family lawyer

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Caroline Simone

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Best Lawyer, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Best Lawyer, Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Best Lawyer, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Best Lawyer, Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Best Lawyer, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Best Lawyer, Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Best Lawyer - Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Best Lawyer, Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Top 10 Under 40 - Nationally, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyer, Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Best Lawyer, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Top 10 Under 40 - Nationally, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Quaid Farish, LLC

2006 - 2013

Associate, Quaid & Quaid, LLC

Associations

2013 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Board of Directors

2018 - 2018

Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair

2017 - 2019

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

President

2012 - 2019

Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board of Directors

2011 - 2012

Collin County Young Lawyers Association

President

2009 - 2013

Collin County Young Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2008 - 2011

Collaborative Professionals of Dallas

President

Education

2004

Southern Methodist University

2000

University of North Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Resolution the Path to Peace

International Perspectives on Mediation and Collaboration

2019

7th Annual Florida Association of Collaborative Professionals Conference

The Importance of the International Expansion of Collaborative Practice: Lessons in Diversity

2018

International Malaysia Law Conference

Introduction to Collaborative Practice

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