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Jeffrey L. Harris
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Biography
Jeffrey L. Harris is the Managing Partner of Harris Family Law Group. He is a prominent and well-respected Los Angeles and Orange County Family Law Attorney who represents clients in all aspects of divorce – including child support, visitation and custody, spousal support, division of property, domestic violence and restraining order, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements.
Working exclusively in family law, Mr. Harris provides a wide-range of legal services in the area of Family Law, including divorce litigation and mediation, dispute resolution, post-judgment modifications for custody, visitation, and support agreements, as well as obtaining or contesting temporary restraining orders (TROs). The family law attorney is a veteran and highly skilled settlement negotiator and will provide such services at Requests for Order hearings, trials and depositions.
Mr. Harris provides counsel to couples with highly intricate business or financial affairs, helping parties work towards an fair allocation of community assets, business shares, debts and concerns – whether they seek a legal separation or divorce.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
Location
Harris Family Law Group
6080 Center Dr, Ste 600, Los Angeles, CA, 90045
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Jeffrey L. Harris's Reviews
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Posted by Arin Chaghalian Haftevani | January 22, 2015 | Child Custody
The best of the best.
I have hired Jeff when my wife took my child and left me with out letting me know. I had all kinds of false allegations made by my former wife. I called Jeff once I got back into town and from day one Jeff has been outstanding he got the TRO dropped and also got me visitation with my daughter and we ...
Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
EXCELLENT. WOULD USE HIM AGAIN
During my divorce, Jeffrey was professional, knew exactly what needed to be done with my case. My divorce involved international law in a complicated country and he knew the ins and outs of how to go about it. I trusted him every step of the way. He picked up the phone every time I called and answere...
Posted by Kevin | October 27, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Helpful During Stressful Divorce
Jeff was helpful in getting through a long and difficult divorce with child custody issues. He provided very good guidance and results. Divorce is stressful and Jeff did his best to try to make it as less stressful as possible. His flat rate system is fair and reasonable compared to other lawyers ...
Posted by Julie | October 12, 2014 | Family
Excellent Experience
Jeffrey and the firm took care of my case exceptionally well. All communication was prompt and clear. Jeffrey was both professional and well-versed in his field of work, and I felt safe and secure leaving this sensitive matter in his hands. I would highly recommend Jeffrey Harris and his firm for ...
Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2014 | Family
THE WORST ATTORNEY I HAVE EVER MET!
He represented me in a family law case with domestic assault and battery. He didn't follow any of my requests. He didn't explain any of the document I was signing and I lost a significant amount of money and property.
Jeffrey L. Harris's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Harris knows Family Law and is truly a professional and a strong advocate for his clients. He is extremely compassionate and understands his client's positioned. I recommend his services for anyone looking for a family law attorney. While we may not have gotten along as opposing counsels on an occasion or two - it was truly a pleasure working with him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jeffrey Harris is an excellent, hardworking, and compassionate attorney. I highly recommend his services for anyone seeking assistance with Family law legal matters."
"I have known Jeffrey for many years and he has always been a warm, honest and hardworking individual. Importantly, Jeff also has a great legal mind, which I've experienced first-hand when interacting with him. Without question, I endorse Jeffrey Harris."
"I met Jeffrey Harris in Law School. I have always known Jeffrey to go above and beyond his duties as both an attorney and a colleague. He has always brought passion, ethics, and creativity to all his clients' work. I have continued to be impressed with Jeffrey's abilities in practicing Famiy law, mediations, and other other legal issues. I recently accepted an opportunity to join his firm, The Harris Family Law Group. I am fortunate to be a part of such a professional enterprise. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Harris was opposing counsel on one of my recent cases. Throughout the case I found him to be congenial, knowledgeable and professional. Mr. Harris was a zealous advocate for his client, and I look forward to working with him in the future."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2025
updated on 04/03/2025This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2020
updated on 03/20/2020This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2021
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2019
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2012 - 2013
Lawyer, My Divorce Mediators
2012 - 2012
Attorney General, State Of Kosrae, Federated States Of Micronesia
2011 - 2012
Legal Counsel, Chief Justice of Micronesia
2009 - 2011
Clerk, US Bankruptcy Court, Honorable Barry Russell
2009 - 2009
Clerk, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
American Bar Association, Student Bar Association PResidentsLt. Governor
2008 - 2009
Southwestern Law School, Student Bar AssociationDirector
Education
2010
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
California Lutheran University
Undergraduate
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My child's mother wants full legal, and physical custody asking to relocate to another country
16 Apr 2019
Q&A
Can I request for another family law judge since the one who is always assigned to my case is biased?
26 Apr 2018
Q&A
If I re-marry or file a domestic partnership will I lose my survivor benefits?
19 Apr 2018