Christopher "Chris" Smith

About Christopher

Chris Smith is a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent peer-review-rated attorney that has been recognized as a Journal Record Achiever Under 40 and has been named to the Super Lawyer Rising Star list from 2014-2020 as well as Super Lawyers, in addition to being identified by Best Lawyers in America in the area of Family Law. Chris focuses his practice on representing individuals in domestic litigation matters and he understands that business and personal matters are intimately intertwined. As a result, Chris believes an attorney’s full value is only realized when they are a strategic partner in the critical aspects of both business life and personal life. Chris’ experience combined with his genuine compassion allows him to break down complex legal matters in a relatable way for his clients. He is a tireless advocate for parental equality and helped write 2021’s House Bill 1151 which strengthened the public policy for equal rights for parents in Oklahoma. He represents individuals located throughout Oklahoma, Texas, and the Western United States in family law and custody litigation and he does not shy away from complicated cases including ones that involve: highly contested custody matters, parental alienation, sexual abuse allegations, high-stakes property division, family businesses, and child support. Outside of the office Chris is committed to multiple civic organizations, and has served on the board of Oklahoma Institute of Child Advocacy, Oklahoma Christian National Alumni Council and has been a member of the Oklahoma Advisory Committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights. Chris is the author of Faithfully: Marriage, Divorce, & Family in the 21st Century Church which is available on Amazon. Chris and his wife, Marissa, reside in Edmond, Oklahoma with their son, daughter, and dog Rue. The family enjoys being active in their church and various community activities.

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• University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 2004

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