You will not regret picking Chris as a lawyer for any child custody case. He is very upfront and honest about your case. He will be straight forward with you the entire time, saving you any headaches along the way as best he can. He won’t try and get every penny out of you like some lawyers. He will try and save costs as much as possible along with defending you to the best of his ability. He helped me get more time with my daughter on top of what I already had. I am very happy with the outcome of my case and would recommend Chris to anyone going through child custody issues. Hopefully going forward I will not need to get a lawyer for this again but if I do I will be picking Chris. He has a sign in his office that says “No Shenanigans!” He truly goes by that motto and will win your case for you!
About
Downriver Law Center is a regional law practice in Gibraltar, Michigan. Our solicitors are organised into specialist teams covering family law, estates, criminal defence and personal injury. We prioritise clear communication, careful case assessment and tailored strategies to achieve each client's aims with sustained professional support.
Reviews
Based on 81 Google reviews
Chris was a breath of fresh air to work with! He made me feel seen, heard & empowered every step of the way! He never kept me in the dark & any questions I had were always thoroughly and promptly answered! He worked HARD for me! I’d recommend him to anyone and everyone in need of a family law lawyer! His staff goes above and beyond to help as well! I cannot speak highly enough about them all! Chris & Charles are truly top tier!
Excellent attorney who cares about his clients. I have been a client for over 4 years, and I am just leaving this review. I don't leave a lot of reviews unless the person or company is terrible. Mr French has always kept me informed, responded to calls or emails promptly. He would always explain options and the pros and cons of each action. He has always charged me a very fair fee, worked with me on paying those fees. He helped me obtain custody of my son, and helped me keep my son safe from his mother. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is going through a divorce, custody situation.
Chris had ALWAYS helped me. Being a single mom, I cannot afford a lot and even when he knows I can’t hire him, he’s always looking at the best interest for me. He is more about what is right and how he can help people, rather than how much he can make. He is always willing to help and even tell me when I’m in the wrong. He is one to put up a fight and not back down. He will help you WIN!
Chris has been with me the past 3 years, and I’ve appreciated him everyday. His great in the court room and always punctual. Always takes the time to talk to me after court to debrief. As much as he’s invested in my case I know he’s always there to check on my mental health as well, because family law is extremely difficult. I’d recommend using him to anyone and I plan on keeping him for the future!






















