Christopher P. Ford, Esq. - Las Vegas, NV
Attorney at Ford Law, PLLC
Family Law Lawyers in Las Vegas, NV
1 Meridian Vis Dr Ste 255 Las Vegas, NV 89135
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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17
Years
Experience
Las Vegas Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 06/18/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Post-Decree Enforcement/Modification Matters
- Spousal Support
- Property Division
- Protective Orders
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Christopher P. Ford, Esq.-Christopher is a founding Partner of the law firm of Ford Law, PLLC 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
Awards
Honors
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated – Preeminent (2019)
- 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 - 2016)
- 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 (2017 - 2019)
- National Advocates – Top 100 Lawyers (2014 - 2019)
- National Trial Lawyers – Top 40 Under 40 – Civil Plaintiff (2018 - 2019)
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
Legal Education
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William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada, 2009
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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University of Nevada,
Las Vegas,
Nevada
B.A.
Honors: Deans List
Major: Political Science
Current Employment Position(s)
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Founding Partner / Owner
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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