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Michael L Whitmarsh

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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Licensed for 11 years
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About Michael

Michael L. Whitmarsh completed his undergraduate studies at U.C.L.A. in 2002. He then taught children with autism and trained and competed in triathlons for two years before attending Southwestern University School of Law’s evening program. Michael worked full time at a business litigation law firm while earning his J.D. He graduated in December 2007, passed the February 2008 bar exam and since then he has dedicated his practice exclusively to family law matters. Michael is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Family Law Section, Beverly Hills Bar Association’s Family Law Section and the Southern California Family Law American Inn of Court along with local formal and informal study groups.

Practice areas

Child custodyMarriage and prenuptialsFamily
  1. Family: 50%

  2. Marriage and prenuptials: 25%

  3. Child custody: 25%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

1900 Avenue of the Stars
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Whitmarsh Family Law, PC

1900 Avenue of the Stars
Suite 1800
Los Angeles, CA, 90067

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200812/13/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Owner, AttorneyWhitmarsh Family Law, PC2016 - Present
Partner, AttorneyLand Whitmarsh LLP2014 - 2016
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMemberN/A
Beverly Hills Bar Association, Family Law SectionMemberN/A
Southern California Family Law American Inn of CourtN/AN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Southwestern University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2007
University of California - Los AngelesBA - Bachelor of Arts2002

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Review Michael Whitmarsh

Helped me Protect my Business during Divorce

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I was referred to Michael in 2014 by my business lawyer when my wife of six years filed for divorce, demanded half of my business and an incredible amount of spousal support. I did not have a prenup. My divorce wrapped up at the end of 2015, and Michael recently circled back to ask for a review of my experience working with him. I told him that I would be happy to because of how much he helped me. The best part about hiring Michael to do my divorce was that he accurately predicted how long the entire process would take, how much I would end up having to pay my ex in spousal support, and how much the whole divorce would cost. I didn't want to hear it, but I'm glad that he told me straight. I am a small business owner. I have 5 employees who I've had for years, and Michael knew an incredible amount about business bookkeeping and accounting that saved me a lot of grief. Most of all, he calmed me down when my ex-spouse threatened my business or made unreasonable demands. If it had not been for Michael, I'm not sure that my business would have survived the divorce. Thanks again, Michael.
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I hired Mike when I became overwhelmed by the divorce process. Don't wait to hire him. He will make the process so much easier by dealing with the tough stuff while you can move on with your life.
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David Elghanayan, Commercial real estate Attorney on Jan 27, 2017
Relationship: Other

I went to law school with Michael. He is a very capable family law attorney who loves what he does. For that reason, he works hard to help his clients achieve their goals. Given the personal nature of family law, it's important to have an attorney that is trustworthy. It also helps to have someone hardworking who will expedite the process so as not to drag it out. Michael is both of these things. If you need a family law attorney, do not hesitate to hire him.

Jack Sung, Immigration Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
Relationship: Other

I went to law school with Michael. He is a very capable family law attorney who loves what he does. For that reason, he works hard to help his clients achieve their goals. Given the personal nature of family law, it's important to have an attorney that is trustworthy. It also helps to have someone hardworking who will expedite the process so as not to drag it out. Michael is both of these things. If you need a family law attorney, do not hesitate to hire him.

Gilda Gazor, Immigration Attorney on Jan 6, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

It's rare to see a lawyer who is as passionate about his field as Michael is about family law. The way he gets excited about defending his clients' rights is inspiring, even to his peers. For that reason, anytime I am asked for a family law attorney referral, I recommend Michael. In addition to his strong passion for his work and his clients, he is honest, straight-forward and hard working. His experience and expertise in the field make him so capable that it's easy to trust him with highly sensitive family law matters.

David Pisarra, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 9, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Michael is a very knowledgeable and caring attorney. He did a great job for his client in a difficult case.

Sean Sobottka, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 22, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I highly endorse this lawyer. Mike is an aggressive, yet compassionate attorney. I am always impressed by his depth of knowledge and professionalism. I strongly encourage you to consider him for your family law needs.

Joseph Land, Family Attorney on Apr 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Whitmarsh is an attorney who has incredible attention to detail and takes to heart the values of his clients. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

Andrea Szew, Immigration Attorney on Aug 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

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