Christopher P. Ford, Esq. - Henderson, NV
Attorney at Ford & Friedman
Family Law Lawyers in Henderson, NV
2200 Paseo Verde Parkway Suite 350 Henderson, NV 89052
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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17
Years
Experience
Henderson Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 06/15/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Criminal Law
- Personal Injury
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
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. As a member of the Family Law Bar in Nevada, Christopher was recognized as a Martindale Hubbell BV Rated Attorney in 2013 and 2014. He has been named to the Southern Nevada Legal Elite in 2011, 2013 and 2014, 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 as of 2012. Most recently Christopher was recognized by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys as a Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40(2014). 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.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Martindale-Hubbell BV Rated (2013, 2014)
- Southern Nevada Legal Elite- Nevada Business Magazine (2011, 2013, 2014)
- 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)
Other Sources of Feedback About Christopher P. Ford, Esq.
Included on the 2026 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Mountain States Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada, 2009
J.D.
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William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada, 2009
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Non Legal Education
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University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada
B.A.
Honors: Deans List
Major: Political Science
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University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada
Current Employment Position(s)
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Founding Partner/Owner of Ford & Friedman, since August 23, 2010
Past 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
References
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Please refer to Avvo.com for reviews of my performance by past clients.
Languages
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English (Primary)
Bar Admissions
- Nevada, 2009
- U.S. District Court District of Nevada, 2010
Other Affiliations
- Nevada State Bar- Family Law Section (Member)
- Clark County Bar Association (Member)
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Contact
2200 Paseo Verde Parkway
Suite 350
Henderson, NV 89052
Phone Number: (702) 904-9898
Fax Number: (702) 476-2333
Email: Send a message
Website: http://www.fordfriedmanlaw.com
Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
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