Atty. Christopher Patrick Ford
Christopher P. Ford, Esq.-Christopher is a founding Partner of the law firm of Ford & Friedman where his practice is primarily devoted to family law litigation, encompassing complex divorce, child custody, and post-decree enforcement/modification matters.
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Christopher Patrick Ford is a Founding Partner/Owner of Ford & Friedman based in Henderson, Nevada, practforg at Ford & Friedman. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, and family law. Admitted to practice in Nevada (2009) and U.S. District Court District of Nevada (2010). Educated at William S. Boyd School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Nevada B.A. Political Science, Honors: Deans List (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Henderson, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Christopher P. Ford, Esq.-Christopher is a founding Partner of the law firm of Ford & Friedman where his practice is primarily devoted to family law litigation, encompassing complex divorce, child custody, and post-decree enforcement/modification matters
- Accolades & Achievements Christopher is a member of the Family Law Bar in Nevada and 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
- Life Outside of Legal Work 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
- Honors and Awards • Martindale-Hubbell BV Rated (2013-2018) • Southern Nevada Legal Elite- Nevada Business Magazine (2011, 2013-2018) • Southern Nevada Up & Coming Attorney- Nevada Business Magazine (2013, 2014) • National Academy of Family Law Attorneys-Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 (2014) • AVVO Rated Attorney as of 2012 • Southern Nevada Top 100 Attorney - Nevada Business Magazine (2011) • Distinguished Rating from Martindale-Hubbard as Very High in Legal Ability & Ethical Standards • American Institute of Family Law Attorneys as 10 Best Attorneys in Nevada Professional Associations and Memberships • Nevada State Bar- Family Law Section, Member • Clark County Bar Association, Member Past Employment Positions • Family and Criminal Law Firm, Senior Associate Attorney, October 1, 2009 - August 20, 2010 • Family and Criminal Law Firm, Law Clerk, September 1, 2007 - February 28, 2008
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Why local counsel matters in Nevada
Practforg law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Henderson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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