Christopher Patrick Ford

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Christopher Patrick Ford

also known as Chris Ford, Christopher Ford, Christopher P. Ford

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony, Family

1 Meridian Vista Dr., Suite 255, Las Vegas, NV

About Christopher

Biography

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%

40%
Child Custody 35%

35%
Alimony 15%

15%
Family 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 550-650 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2013 2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 16 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ford Law

1 Meridian Vista Dr., Suite 255, Las Vegas, NV, 89135

fordlawlv.com/

Christopher Patrick Ford's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Zack | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Simply the best

Chris was surpassed all my expectations and needs. Not only was he knowledgable, but always available via email or phone. I felt tremendous pressure during the divorce process from everyone but Chris, and this ultimately saved my marriage.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Prior to meeting with Chris I did an extensive search for the best divorce attorney and even consulted with several of them. Although Chris was highly recommended to me, it was his apparent ethical and professional manner which led me to retain his legal services. In fact, on our initial consultation... he was very straightforward with the divorce procedure, while also providing in details of my best and worst scenario. He was very thorough, exceptionally detailed, and his conviction to make sure I completely understood all my options was evident. It was comforting to see how accurate Chris was about everything from beginning to the end of the divorce proceedings. In addition, Chris, Amy, and the entire staff went out of their way to make my divorce a smooth transition even through difficult and complicated moments. He was realistic of my outcome and was proactive of getting things done in a timely manner. Chris and his firm’s dedication to my case allowed me to be at ease and I was very confident with their work. He helped me achieve the outcome that was in my best interest and fair. After my divorce was complete Chris and Amy continued to follow up with me, and I know that anytime I need legal assistance I can always depend on them. I have a lot of confidence and trust in Chris and his firm and would highly recommend them for any one going through a divorce as well.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2015 | Family

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...rmed and laid out realistic expectations, while still being sensitive to the difficulty of the situation. I would recommend Chris Ford to anyone needing a family law attorney.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

I could not have been more impressed.

Upon my request, a family therapist gave me the names of a few family law attorneys she had heard good things about. She encouraged me to meet with each of them before I made a decision. Mr. Ford stood out immediately. He was professional in every way. My husband of 33 years wanted a divorce. I had ...been a stay at home mother for most of those years; so spousal support was the primary issue. Mr. Ford walked me through the whole process. He explained everything in a way I could understand. He is extremely knowledgeable. There was not a question I had, that he did not have the answer to. He is honest with you. He earns your trust. He is beyond patient when you have endless questions. He is prompt in responding to emails and phone calls, and he treats his clients with the utmost respect.. His office staff, Theresa, and Kelly, are professional and helpful. They are prompt in responding as well. My close to final court hearing was this week. The outcome was excellent. I started the day though, knowing that whatever the outcome; I could not have had a finer attorney than Mr. Ford. Mr. Friedman was involved also, as my court date approached. He was with Mr. Ford during settlement offers etc.. They were both in court on my trial date. I had only recently met Mr. Friedman, but he knew every detail about my case. I was so very impressed with him as well. You just know that you could not possibly be in better hands. They are an amazing team. I feel so fortunate to have found them.

Posted by Brandon | July 05, 2012 | Child Custody

Family Law Client

I have personally known Mr. Ford since high school and wanted a professional trustworthy attorney that i could count on to handle my very complicated family law custody case without being charged to death by attorney's fees. I hired Chris Ford and Danielle Dawson to handle my family custody complain...t case. Dawson and Ford have been nothing short of amazing. They know every aspect of Family Law and produce outstanding work. After a lengthy process of Stipulating to agreeable custody terms of my son his mother filed an additional motion to set aside our agreement based purely on anger. Chris and Danielle wiped the floor with opposing counsel at the hearing and the Judge denied all of my sons mothers requests in the motion to set aside. Before meeting with Dawson and Ford i was barely able to see my new born son a few times a month and was being hounded by the child support division for support that she claimed was not being paid that was in fact being paid. After Dawson & Ford i know have Joint Physical and Joint Legal custody of my son and have him 3 to 4 days per week. If you are seeking custody of your children why put your life in the hands of a incompitent attorney who is out to bleed you dry of attorney's fees. I highly recomend Dawson & Ford for any Family legal matters because they are amazing at what they do and they fight for your best interests.

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Christopher Patrick Ford's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Morris

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jason Naimi

Family lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Linda Lay

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Amber Robinson

Family lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Brandon Leavitt

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is well respected by his fellow family law attorneys in Las Vegas. I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Roy

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a very strong advocate in the courtroom. I recommend him to anyone seeking highly competent counsel in the family law arena."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

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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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Anthony Paglia

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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Molly Rosenblum

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Emily McFarling

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Chris is an excellent attorney. He knows the law and how to apply it to obtain the best results for his clients."

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Arsen Baziyants

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Schnitzer

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is knowledgeable and hard working attorney. I would absolutely send anyone needing family law advice to him."

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Stacy Rocheleau

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Koren Boyd

Unknown lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher Ford is a dedicated and talented attorney."

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Jeremy Cooper

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Parviz Heshmati

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Friedman

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Christopher possesses an exceptional knowledge of the law and a genuine dedication to his clients."

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F. James

Family lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Danielle Dawson

Family lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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John Blackmon

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Stephen Oliver

Family lawyer

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Brian Morris

Litigation lawyer

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Anthony Paglia

Personal injury lawyer

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Molly Rosenblum

Family lawyer

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Emily McFarling

Family lawyer

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Arsen Baziyants

Immigration lawyer

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Joseph Wirth

Personal injury lawyer

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Jason Naimi

Family lawyer

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Kari Hanratty

Family lawyer

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Jordan Schnitzer

Personal injury lawyer

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Amber Robinson

Family lawyer

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Stacy Rocheleau

Family lawyer

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J. Charles Coons

Estate planning lawyer

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Koren Boyd

Family lawyer

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Jeremy Cooper

Estate planning lawyer

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Parviz Heshmati

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Friedman

Family lawyer

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F. James

Family lawyer

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Danielle Dawson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Association

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of Nevada, Family Law Section

Member

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

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