Cordell & Cordell, one of the nation’s largest family law firms with offices throughout the U.S., recently named new partners to their leadership team for 2025.
The promotion of Mr. Christopher R. Kennedy to Litigation Partner was announced at Cordell & Cordell’s 35th Annual Awards Gala. Representing some of the firm’s finest attorneys, Mr. Kennedy brings a wide range of litigation and management experience and a commitment to excellence in the practice of family law.
“My ability to listen objectively and without judgment allows me to connect with my clients, identify what issues are most important to them, and represent them effectively and efficiently,” Mr. Kennedy said. “Demonstrating objective compassion has helped me immensely in my practice.”
The new Litigation Partner earned his Bachelor of Arts from Columbia College in Chicago, then receiving his Juris Doctor from Arizona Summit Law School. He is licensed to practice family law in Arizona.
Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell’s Phoenix area offices, Mr. Kennedy’s practice experience included trusts and estate planning, family law, and personal injury.
Mr. Kennedy’s professional associations include:
- Arizona State Bar Association
- Maricopa County Bar Association
Celebrating 35 years of serving the community since 2025, Cordell & Cordell is one of the largest family law firms in the United States with 300+ attorneys having served more than 250,000 clients over the last 35 years.
The firm’s Phoenix area offices are located at 16150 N. Arrowhead Fountains Center Drive, Suite 135, Peoria, AZ 85382, and can be contacted by phone on weekdays, 8:30 am-5:30 pm at 623-401-2002.
To locate a Cordell & Cordell family law attorney in your area, visit CordellCordell.com/attorneys
Written by Joseph E. Cordell
Joseph E. Cordell is the Principal Partner at Cordell and Cordell, P.C., which he founded in 1990 with his wife, Yvonne. Over the past 25 years, the firm has grown to include more than 100 offices in 30 states, as well as internationally in the United Kingdom. Mr. Cordell is licensed to practice in the states of Illinois and Missouri and received his LL.M. from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Joseph E. Cordell was named one of the Top 10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Missouri.
