Christopher M. Lankford

Christopher M. Lankford is a prominent criminal defense attorney in Fort Worth, Texas, and the founder of the Lankford Law Firm. Prior to establishing his own firm, he was a managing partner at the Law Offices of Lankford & Knapp. His practice is dedicated solely to criminal defense, allowing him to serve a wide range of clients effectively.

In 2014, Christopher was honored as a Top Attorney by Fort Worth, Texas magazine and recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association. His commitment to protecting individual rights and freedoms is a hallmark of his legal career. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the State Bar of Texas, Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCCDLA), Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA), Tarrant County Bar Association (TCBA), and the College of the State Bar of Texas.

Christopher's educational background includes a Juris Doctor from Baylor Law School with a focus on Criminal Law. During his time at Baylor in Waco, Texas, he gained practical experience working at the McLennan County District Attorney's office, where he assisted with misdemeanor trials. He also holds degrees from the University of Texas at Arlington and Tarrant County College. Additionally, he is a graduate of the Texas Criminal Trial College.

A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Christopher served from 2002 to 2006. After enlisting post-September 11, 2001, he took on roles such as legal administration clerk, security specialist, and marksmanship instructor. In his personal time, he is deeply involved in the Tarrant County community, engaging in volunteer work, attending sports events, and participating in triathlons and adventure races.