Christina Anton Garcia

It was a dissatisfying experience to work with Mrs. Garcia. I retained her based on the positive reviews on this site and reputation in the legal community, however surprisingly, my expectations exceeded what she was able to accomplish. Facing a lawsuit can be an emotional and stressful event in some...one’s life. I have never found myself in this type of situation and expected guidance through this unfortunate process. I would have expected Mrs. Garcia to provide her legal expertise, support, and ensure my best interest (without compromising ethics), through a very difficult event. However, she was too focused on when her next retainer would be paid, instead of providing the legal representation she was hired for. My scenario: retained this attorney due paternity/child support lawsuit filed against me. During consultation she assured me she could handle the case, in fact referenced how she had won several cases against OC that was representing the petitioner. After collecting $4500 retainer, it seem to change drastically. I was assigned to an inexperience associate and my retainer was consumed by forwarded emails and back and forth communication, while OC was filing motions and bullying her way through the process. There was no legal advice, recommendation, or suggestions. Instead, I had to deal with petitioner directly and try to negotiate terms. She missed a filing hearing, never verified any of the information sent to her by OC, sent someone else's case information in an email to me, and did not return numerous calls or respond to questions on my case. Case ended in mediation, where in 4.5 hours nothing was accomplished. The associate that accompany me was not prepared and had limited knowledge when I asked for advise. I contacted Mrs. Garcia to express my disappointment. She offered a discounted rate and assured me she would personally take over the case. After agreeing to this, I would have expected she would represent me (after all, it was her I retained) and go after OC aggressively, given the nature of the situation. Instead, a few days later, I received an email demanding I pay her discounted rate (due to her associate's mishandling) and a new retainer. During this, I was traveling for work and had requested we speak later that week. She became hostile and short in her emails. Due to her approach and lack of compassion, I've since terminated my relationship with this law firm and attorney ($7000..later) and would recommend you proceed with caution when retaining this firm or attorney. Mrs. Garcia showed no compassion or empathy. Retrospectively, I believe she wanted to have me withdraw her from the case and collect balance owe of ($2300), which I had no problem settling. Since, I’ve retained new counsel and pay a retainer to unwind the mishandling of this case.

Christina Anton-Garcia is a consummate professional with extraordinary knowledge, compassion and expertise who zealously advocates for her clients best interests. I am extremely grateful to Christina (and her well run team of seasoned professionals) for her guidance, support, and generosity in helpin...g me with my complex litigation on multiple fronts. From the very beginning Christina was generous with her time, gave me sound advice as well as strategies, and was always immediately responsive. Throughout the proceedings she kept me apprised of the situation, to include the minutiae, and consistently let me know what to expect throughout the entire year long endeavor. In light of of her expertise, commitment, responsiveness and command of knowledge, I give Christina and her team the highest recommendation possible.

I went through several attorneys in my Family Law case. I heard of her from a colleague who retained Christina and he won his Family Law case. He heard of her from his friend who lost his case because she was Opposing Counsel. I've seen her name around town as she is very involved in local chariti...es and other local events and organizations. Christina is one of those attorneys who gives you her cell phone and is available to her clients all the time. Her advice has proven accurate and her fees reasonable. In a Family Law case, there are high emotions on both sides. Christina is able to calm things down and explain in easy terms what is important and what doesn't matter. She is focused like a laser was able to handle my ex-wife's attorney (one that had repeatedly beat my other attorneys) in short order. Christina was able to get a favorable settlement on my case - one that had been in the courts on and off for nearly 9 years - in only 3 months! My only regret is that I didn't hire her sooner.

Christina went above and beyond to assist me with a very complex and lengthy family law case. This case would have frustrated and wore down any other attorney. Christina seemed to be fueled by the complexity and twists of my case. Several times we ran into issues that she had never encountered bef...ore. Instead of answering immediately Christina took a moment to contact sources within the field that were very exprienced and knowledgeable or she scoured case law to see what may apply to determine where we might stand. This shows her ability to stay current and be willing to know when it is time to call on another expert rather than answer quickly and risk mis-information. Christina was organized, punctual and specific while in court. She presents very well in front of the judge who seemed to appreciate her professionalism. Christina's staff is great to work with as well. Her assistants stayed on top of my case and were always informed and friendly when I spoke to them on the phone. I have already recomended Christina to several of my friends in need. I feel she would be a great fit for just about any type of family law case, especially after I saw how focused she remained on my case.