Atty. Christopher B. Phillips, Esq.
A transplant from the deep south, Chris now calls Las Vegas home. Chris attended college at Dalton State College in Dalton, Georgia and then earned his law degree from Mercer University School of Law in Macon, Georgia.
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About Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. at a glance
Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. is a Senior Associate based in Henderson, Nevada, practicing at Ford & Friedman. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, child custody, contracts, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Nevada (2017), United States District Court for the District of Nevada (2017), and United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (2018). Educated at Mercer University School of Law (J.D., 2017) and Dalton State College (B.S., 2014). Serands clients in Henderson, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- A transplant from the deep south, Chris now calls Las Vegas home
- Chris attended college at Dalton State College in Dalton, Georgia and then earned his law degree from Mercer University School of Law in Macon, Georgia
- Before relocating to Nevada, Chris worked as a public defender where he handled all types of criminal cases from the simplest speeding tickets to the most complex cases including child cruelty and murder
- Chris has served as first chair trial counsel for multiple jury trials resulting in complete acquittals for his clients
- Since relocating to Nevada, Chris has represented clients in a wide range of legal matters including misdemeanor and felony crimes in both state and federal court, HOA foreclosure disputes, breach of contract claims, discipline matters before the Nevada State Contractor’s Board, and asset recovery and forfeiture disputes involving United States Customs and Border Patrol
- Since joining Ford & Friedman, Chris has focused his practice on complex divorce, child custody, and post-decree enforcement matters
- Chris has a proven track record of helping clients achieve successful outcomes both in and out of court at both the trial court and appellate court level
- Outside of the office, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Amy, and their dog, Drake
- Together, they enjoy attending live shows and concerts around the Las Vegas Valley, trying new restaurants, and traveling
- Chris often spends his vacation time away from Las Vegas visiting other countries including England, Ireland, Scotland, France, and cruising around the Caribbean
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Christopher B. Phillips, Esq.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Nevada →
Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Nevada →
Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Nevada →
Christopher B. Phillips, Esq. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Nevada →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Nevada
Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 substantive 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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