Christopher Anthony Spofford

Christopher Anthony Spofford

also known as Chris A. Spofford, Family Law Attorney

4.1
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 39 years

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

3000 Weslayan, Ste 365, Houston, TX

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorce can be one of the most difficult experiences in life, especially when children are involved. There is hope. It helps to know there are professional resources to guide you through this and help you protect the ones you care about the most.

39 years

25%
Family 25%

Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization to practice Family Law in Texas, including divorce; complex property division; spousal support; child custody and child support; mediation; collaborative family law and family law litigation.

39 years

25%
Child Custody 15%

Child custody and visitation rights have specific definitions under the law. Chris A. Spofford understands how the courts decide on child custody He is very empathetic toward children and parents, and can help guide you through this maze.

39 years

15%
Child Support 15%

Child support guidelines are not clear cut. Courts consider many factors in deciding how much a custodial parent will receive. Chris A. Spofford can help you understand what is “fair” or “not fair” under Texas Family Law and fight for you.

39 years

15%
Alimony 10%

Texas Family Law provides for two kinds of spousal support (alimony): support received while a divorce case is ongoing, and support after it is final. Chris A. Spofford represents both women and men and will defend your rights aggressively.

39 years

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

Chris A. Spofford has represented both the person with the greater assets on how to protect those assets and the one with fewer assets to be sure they are treated fairly. He can guide you with insight and he will defend your rights aggressively.

39 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 39 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1986

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Chris A. Spofford, Family Law Attorney

3000 Weslayan, Ste 365, Houston, TX, 77027

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Christopher Anthony Spofford's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Himanshi | October 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Greedy lawyer

Yes I had hired him as my lawyer. He is very selfish and gets easily intimidated to his fulfilling his oen needs and gettting money. Buying a mansion in downtown but he will not do anything for the client.

Posted by J | August 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Chris

I hired Mr. Spofford for a custody modification. Soon after a terribly messy divorce I discovered my son was in a chaotic household and I had to make sure he was safe. It took a lot of time and money, but was worth it in the end. Chris was patient, on point and trustworthy. Depositions seemed stress...ful and chaotic to me but Chris was calm, patient and methodical. Mr. Spofford was able to obtain HPD body cam footage that turned out to be extremely helpful to my case. Chris and Jennifer always responded to calls and emails in a timely fashion, along with making sure I was informed and I understood all aspects of the process. I'm definitely happy with my decision to hire Mr. Spofford.

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2015

Mr Spofford

Mr Spofford is going to judge you - based on not what you say but based on what opposing party said. He has no interest in real work and will email you only when retainer is all used and its time to pay him again. You have to explain contract to him for to file something, let's say contempt of court ...and pay for the time YOU explained contract to him. But he still wouldn't do anything or file any motion even if it is warranted. With Mr Spofford, talk is cheap but it does cost you money. After three months of dealing with him, he even failed to remember if I had a son or a daughter. While avoiding unnecessary conflict is certainly a good thing , Mr Spofford will not fight even for your legal rights. There I said it in rather poetic way.

Christopher Spofford

Replied last December 14, 2018

I have looked through my files and attempted to determine who this person may have been. If this is a former client please reach out to me at [email protected] to discuss this case and your concerns. I go to great lengths to do the very best job I can for all my clients and their children within the bounds of the law. My other 5 star reviews reflect the depth to which I am committed to my clients.

Posted by Jude | July 5, 2014

BEST OF THE BEST in Divorce and Child Custody Matters

I found myself in a very messy divorce and needed a good attorney. I searched for Top Super Attorneys and went with one. A short while later I realized that she had her own agenda and I had to fire her. The moment I discovered Chris, I knew that he is the one to carry me through the mess. At the clim...ax of the divorce process was the Psychological Evaluation of me and my spouse. It was evident that the Psychologist had manipulate all the results and came up with solid report recommending to the judge that my spouse should have Sole custody of the children upon the fact that my spouse had exhibited documented Psychiatric issue. With the sound judgment and experience of Chris, in no time he had the Psychologist deposed and rendered her report irrelevant. Long story short, if you really need The BEST or the BEST, Chris and his crew is all you NEED. You cannot get anything better. May God bless Chris, Tristan, Jennifer and Nikki.

Christopher Spofford

Replied last December 14, 2018

Thank you, Jude. It was truly a pleasure to assist you and your children in such a difficult time.

Posted by greed1163 | July 10, 2013

Exceeded Expectation

Previous to my divorce case, I had never been to court for anything bigger than a traffic ticket so when Chris took on my divorce case, I knew little if anything of the family judicial process. Chris walked me through the steps of what was going to happen and what would be expected of me but also sug...gested i do my own homework. This was good advice as I learned that divorce cases are not always so straightfoward....(woman files for divorce, woman gets custody of children). This was my expectation as we walked into court but Chris was quick to find the weakness in the opposing side which allowed me to eventually win (for lack of a better word) the day. The bottom line is the decision the judge made, based on Chris's strategy enabled my children to be in the safest post divorce environment. I couldn't ask for more than that. thanks

Christopher Spofford

Replied last December 14, 2018

Thank you so much for your kind words.

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Christopher Anthony Spofford's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shane Kersh

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is an amazing lawyer and even better person. When it comes to knowledge and application of the law, there simply is no one better than Chris Spofford. I've worked on more than a couple of cases with Chris and I beyond doubt that he is an elite trial lawyer and advocate for is clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tristan Longino

Family lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Chris is honest, ethical, knowledgeable, and affable. He knows the law, knows how to litigate, and understands his clients are people, not fees."

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Mark Caruso

Unknown lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Lavalle

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shane Kersh

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2016

Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine

2015

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2009

Super Lawers, Texas Lawyer Magazine

Associations

1993 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified - Family Law

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

1998 - 2001

Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board of Directors

1996 - 2004

Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists

Board of Directors

Education

1985

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

University of Houston

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Publications

Languages

English

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