$ 550-650 per hour
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Christopher Patrick Ford
also known as Chris Ford, Christopher Ford, Christopher P. Ford
About Christopher
Biography
Christopher is a member of the Family Law Bar in Nevada and he is licensed to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He was recognized by Martindale-Hubbell Ⓡ as a Distinguished Attorney in 2013 through 2018. He has been named to the Southern Nevada Legal Elite in 2011 and 2013-2018, recognizing him as one of the top 100 attorneys in Southern Nevada. Christopher has also been named to Nevada Business Magazine 2013 and 2014 Best Up & Coming Attorneys List, and recognized as an AVVO Rated Attorney since 2012. Most recently Christopher was recognized by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys as a Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 (2014-2018) and National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40 for the state of Nevada and the Top 100 Plaintiff’s Trial Lawyers in Nevada. Through his local practice, Christopher has amassed a myriad of experience navigating the family court system in Clark County, gaining comprehensive trial experience as well as substantial experience with the available alternate dispute resolution options in the local family law arena.
Born in South Dakota, but raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Christopher is proud to have obtained both his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Juris Doctorate from UNLV. As a long-standing member of the community, Christopher has enjoyed the opportunity to not only grow his legal practice but to also grow his own family here in the Las Vegas Valley. Currently, Christopher and his wife, Emma, spend a great deal of their time raising their three wonderful children. When not involved in one of the children’s activities or with the practice of law Christopher enjoys staying active by exercising, traveling, and watching/attending sporting events.
Experienced, Competitive, and Compassionate. I have over 17 years of experience with Divorce and Family law matters. My Firm provide a boutique experience for clients that is designed to help them through the hardest moments of their life. I am focused on securing clients the outcome they desire.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
Child Custody
35%
Alimony
15%
Family
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2013 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 16 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Ford Law
(844) 495-0950
Mobile
1 Meridian Vista Drive, Suite 255, Las Vegas, NV, 89135
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Family
Posted by Rosauro | October 11, 2020
Professional & Responsive
Chris Ford and his staff at Ford & Friedman did an exceptional job managing and successfully concluding my case. His level of professionalism along with his staff’s responsiveness throughout my engagement with him made me feel confident and secure that we made the right decisions throughout the entir...
Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
Chris is a great attorney. He is pretty expensive, but he fights hard for you. He's very knowledgeable in his field and it definitely shows. I hired him for a situation that had to do with child custody and child visitation. In the end, it turned out great.
Posted by Lindsey | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Ford & Friedman
Chris Ford and his team went above and beyond for myself and my case. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable but he truly made me feel that he cared about myself and my children. I am incredibly thankful for him and couldn't have imagined choosing anyone else as my lawyer!
Posted by Tracy | January 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
CPS & Adoption
My family and I highly recommend Chris Ford. When CPS got involved with our granddaughter we hit roadblock after roadblock. CPS did not appear to care about the child but more focused on the mother and we got totally sideways with them. Chris worked with us and them and over a long process we were...
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2015
Excellent Attorney!
Chris Ford is professional, knowledgable and personable. He helped me with a very difficult family situation in which he was not extremely experienced with. Nevertheless, his hard work ultimately led to a successful outcome and I could not be more satisfied with his representation. He kept me info...
Christopher Patrick Ford's Lawyer Endorsements
"Christopher is the first person I call with questions about Divorce law. His depth of legal knowledge eventually led me to refer him a complicated divorce case. His personal attention led to a glowing review from the client that I referred to him. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"I endorse Mr. Ford as a Family Law Attorney he is not only well versed in his field, but always an example of professionalism. I always appreciate the level of advocacy he provides his clients when I have the opportunity to litigate a case with him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris was a great mentor and always took time to explain things to me as I was starting off in family law. He is a passionate lawyer and is very detailed oriented."
"I endorse Mr. Ford. He is professional in all of his cases, and is a great advocate for his clients. His legal briefs are well written, and he is well spoken in Court."
"Chris is well respected by his fellow family law attorneys in Las Vegas. I endorse this lawyer."
"Chris is a very strong advocate in the courtroom. I recommend him to anyone seeking highly competent counsel in the family law arena."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris and his partner Matt are the best family lawyers in Las Vegas. They know how to handle every aspect of a case from start to finish. I've witnessed their rise to success, and I am proud they are apart of this legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Chris is an excellent attorney. He knows the law and how to apply it to obtain the best results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Chris is knowledgeable and hard working attorney. I would absolutely send anyone needing family law advice to him."
"Chris has a solid reputation in our community as extremely knowledgeable Family Law Attorney. The cases I have litigated against Chris I found he is a zealous advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher Ford is a dedicated and talented attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is hardworking and eager to spend time with clients to resolve their issues. I have referred clients to Chris because I believe he is reasonably priced and won't hand cases off to paralegals."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Christopher possesses an exceptional knowledge of the law and a genuine dedication to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris Ford has knowledge and experience in many different areas of law. Chris Ford has superior writing skills and control of the courtroom during oral argument."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine
2014
Best Up & Coming Attorney, Nevada Business Magazine
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Rising Star, Mountain State Superlawyers
2013
Best Up & Coming Attorney, Nevada Business Magazine
2013
Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Avvo Rated Attorney, www.Avvo.com
2011
Southern Nevada's Top 100 Attorneys, Nevada Business Magazine
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founding Partner, Ford & Friedman
1900 - Present
Partner, Ford & Friedman
2010 - 2012
Founding Partner, Dawson Ford & Friedman
2009 - 2010
Senior Associate Attorney, Family Law Firm
Associations
2010 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of Nevada, Family Law SectionMember
Education
2009
William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English