Schwab, Thompson & Frisk
“From the very beginning to the end, Christopher Thompson relieved all of my anxieties by answering all of my questions and following through on what he said he would do in defending me.”
Best Child Custody Lawyers in Fargo, ND
15 firms listed · 11 in Fargo · 1 open 24/7 · 1 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Sw&l Attorneys
“He did it in a timely manner & we were very satisfied with the job he did.”
Gjesdahl Law
“Professional knowledgeable trusted staff working together as team on behalf of each of their clients.”
Nilson Brand Law
“Scott Brand was incredibly professional and showed a genuine interest in my case and me as a person.”
Hettich Law Firm
“He understood my concerns and did everything he could for me and my son, which I am forever grateful for.”
Hanson & Moen Law
“If you need an attorney for these types of cases I highly recommend her and this law firm!”
The 15 firms listed for Fargo, ND take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Fargo, ND
Of the 15 firms we list here, 11 are in Fargo itself and 4 come from Moorhead, MN (2, 3 mi) and West Fargo (2, 3 mi). 13 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,124 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results" and "understanding". 1 is open around the clock and 1 is open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are mediation (6), divorce (4), child support (3), criminal defense (3) and custody (3). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. 1 offers urgent consultations and 1 offers a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 13 publish a contact page and 2 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
What do custody firm websites listed for Fargo usually state?
All 15 firms have a website on file. Those pages are where a practice describes the parenting matters it takes, whether it offers mediation, and how consultations run. Look for a firm that writes about children rather than about winning, and read a few before you call.
Parvey, Larson, and McLean
“She guided me through every aspect of my divorce making sure I knew exactly what was happening and when it was happening.”
Melinda Weerts Law
“Attorney Tasha Gahner was helpful, kind, compassionate, knowledgable, and efficient throughout my case.”
Pladson Law Office
“Every amount of time I have with my child now I owe to Kristen and her great work.”
Jay Greenwood Law
“Jay Greenwood is an awesome attorney”
Richard Linnerooth Law Office
“Going through the debt after the divorce was painful and difficult but he helped me wade through hell waters and become a better person.”
Brazil Law Office
“If you want a no nonsense attorney that is about getting the job done Tressie is the right person!”
L. Benson Law
Joe Irby Law Firm
“Wrote up some contracts for us and handle the rest of our legal, easy to work with”
Lundbohm Law
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