Chris Smith

Chris Smith

Oklahoma City Family Attorney
  • Family Law, Divorce
  • Oklahoma, Texas
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Biography

Chris Smith focuses his practice on representing small business owners, professionals, and individuals in divorce and custody matters. Chris understands that business and personal matters are intimately intertwined, and he believes that the value of an attorney is only realized when he or she becomes a strategic partner in the critical aspects of business and life.

Chris’s experience and understanding help him articulate complex matters in a relatable way and his empathetic nature exudes genuine compassion for his clients.

Chris Smith represents individuals throughout Oklahoma, Texas, and the Western United States in the areas of family law litigation. Chris does not shy away from complicated cases involving highly contested custody matters, sexual abuse allegations, high-stakes property division, family businesses, and support.

Chris is committed to multiple civic organizations, serves on the board of Oklahoma Institute of Child Advocacy, Oklahoma Christian National Alumni Council, and he is a member of the Oklahoma Advisory Committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights.

Chris and his wife, Marissa, reside in Edmond, Oklahoma with their son and daughter, and their dog Rue, where they enjoy being active in church and various community activities.

Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Fixed fee and payment plans available with additional information.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Oklahoma
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Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Managing Attorney
The Smith Firm
- Current
Partner
Ball Morse Lowe
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Partner
Smith Simmons, PLLC
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Partner
The Smith Firm
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Associate Attorney
Burnett Brown, PLLC
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Attorney
The Smith Firm, PLLC
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Director of Legal Information
Oklahoma State School Boards Association
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Education
University of Oklahoma College of Law
J.D. (2004) | Law
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Oklahoma Christian University of Science & Arts
B.S. (2001) | Governmental and Legal Studies
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Honors: Magna Cum Laude
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Awards
Best Lawyers in America - Family Law
Best Lawyers
2018, 2019, 2020
AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell
Achiever Under 40
The Journal Record
Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
Top Ten Ranking 2015
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
Rising Star
SuperLawyers Magazine
Rising Star
SuperLawyers Magazine
Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
Outstanding Member
Oklahoma Association for Justice
Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
Outstanding Member
Oklahoma Association for Justice
Outstanding American Indian Law Student
University of Oklahoma
Professional Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Current
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Wealth Counsel
Current
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Oklahoma Association for Justice
Current
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Young Entrepreneurs Council
Current
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State Bar of Texas  # 24076204
Member
Current
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Oklahoma Bar Association  # 20333
Member
Current
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Collaborative Law Institute of Texas
Member
- Current
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Dallas County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Oklahoma Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Member
- Current
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Oklahoma County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Moderator
The Lawyer Life
What Is the End Game?
Oklahoma Gazette
Enough With the MAPS Bashing
Oklahoma Gazette
Certifications
Certified Collaborative Attorney
Oklahoma Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Websites & Blogs
Website
The Smith Firm
Website
Divorce Guidebook
Contact & Map
The Smith Firm
1900 NW Expressway
Suite 1060
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Telephone: (405) 843-1000
Fax: (405) 843-1005
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed