Christopher Joseph Fox
About Christopher
Biography
I grew up in Seattle, graduated from the University of Washington and received my law degree from Willamette University School of Law in 1976. I was a King County Superior Court bailiff before entering private practice in Kirkland. I have represented clients in many areas, including construction, business, estate, employment discrimination, criminal and, principally, family law. I am the founder and publisher of the Washington Family Law Reporter, a quarterly publication provided to attorneys and judges since 1982, and the WFLR Update, an electronic publication since 2003. I was honored by the WSBA Family Law Section as the 1993 Family Law Attorney of the Year and have been recognized by my peers with a Martindale Hubble rating of "AV Preeminate".
I have served a past Board Member and President of KITH, Kirkland Interfaith Transitions in Housing, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the homeless in the Greater Kirkland area. I am also a participating probono attorney for ELAP, the Eastside Legal Assistance Program.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 48 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Christopher Joseph Fox
50 16th Ave, Kirkland, WA, 98033-4909
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Christopher Joseph Fox's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
12 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Family Law Results
Chris was a great attorney for this 45 year old male going through a somewhat contentious divorce. My paramount concern was access to my children and he was able to factually address all my concerns. He recommended a course of action based on his experience which I mostly followed. When I decided to ...
Posted by Doug | September 08, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review of Chris Fox
I switched to Chris after a bad experience with a high priced attorney at a large Seattle law firm. His practical wisdom and flawless legal advice helped me get a settlement I was happy with. I'd use him again in a heartbeat. (Hopefully won't need to though...) :-)
Christopher Joseph Fox's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Chris for many years. First as opposing counsel and later as a mediator. He is a highly experienced attorney who possesses a vast reservoir of knowledge. Equally important is the fact that Chris is very level-headed and reasonable in his approach to each case. Any one would be well-served by having Chris handle their legal needs."
"Chris is a great lawyer. Great lawyers are loathe to admit they are great lawyers so someone has to do it. His humility increases his effectiveness as he effectively resolves issues with counsel that avoid costly and needless conflict that happens all to often. Chris really knows the law and the cases so well that many lawyers rely upon his summaries of the law without a second thought. That is good lawyering."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris Fox is one of the most professional and kind attorneys I have worked with in over 13 years. He is generous, smart, and uses common sense to solve problems. If I needed a family law attorney I would call Chris."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an excellent family law attorney. He aggressively represents his client's best interests, while at the same time being a pleasure to work with because he promptly returns calls and emails, and works cooperatively with opposing counsel to exchange the documents both sides will need to prepare the case for settlement and/or trial."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Chris Fox for over 20 years and believe him to be one of the smartest, most skilled and ethical family law attorney in the area"
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Bill Petter Homeless Housing Advocate, KITH - Kirkland Interfaith Transitions In Housing
2010
Best Lawyer, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
1993
Family Law Attorney of the Year, Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Work Experience
1978 - Present
Managing Attorney, Fox Law Office
1977 - 1978
Law Clerk, King County Superior Court
Associations
2007 - Present
City of KirklandChairperson, Civill Service Commission
2000 - Present
Eastside Legal Assistance ProgramPro Bono Clinic Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Creditor claim against wife denied.
Disparate property settlement satisfied mother's support obligation.
Reversal & Remand
Remanded for separate trial.
Affirmed
Education
1977
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
2009 WSBA Ethics Report, Law Practice Civility & Professionalism
2007
Family Law Ethical Issues & Challenges
2006
Preparing for Privacy Pirates: Protecting Client Identifies
2003
Unbundled Legal Services
2002
E-Discovery & Digital Resources
2001
Ethical Conundrums
2000
Internet Resources for Family Law
1999
Dealing With Domestic Violence
1998
Family Law in the Next Millennium
1997
Family Law & The Internet
1996
Spousal Maintenance
1995
Custodial Relocation: Coping With Change
Publications
2000
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Languages
English