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I’m Marshall Waller, a director and principal shareholder at Feinberg & Waller, APC, and a California Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS). For decades, I’ve represented clients in complex divorce, custody, support, and high-asset property matters, earning a reputation for strategic thinking and strong courtroom advocacy.
I hold an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell and have been named a Super Lawyer for over 15 years, including being ranked among the Top 100 Lawyers in Southern California. I am proud to be a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), honors reserved for the most respected leaders in the field. I’m also a Life Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, a distinction held by only 1% of U.S. attorneys, recognizing exemplary professional and public service.
Beyond the courtroom, I’m a legal educator and published author. I wrote Essentials of California Family Law, a study guide for CFLS candidates, and a law school textbook in the area of California Family Law, published by Aspen Publishers. I’ve taught law at the university level and have been a Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) speaker for the Regents of the University of California.
At Feinberg & Waller, we’re a full-service family law firm focused on divorce, property division, financial issues, support, attorney’s fees, and custody. My personal practice often involves Hague Convention matters, international child abduction, and jurisdictional conflicts.
I earned my B.A. with highest honors from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, my J.D. from Loyola Law School, and pursued postgraduate tax studies at USC and USD. I remain active in bar associations and give back through volunteer work, including as a mock trial coach for Teach Democracy.
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State: California
Acquired: 1981
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Posted by Elizabeth | February 26, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
I have met numerous attorneys in my life time and I can unequivocally recommend Mr. Waller for any of your family law issues. He truly cares about each and every client and wants the best result for his client.
Posted by Sharron | October 24, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Great lawyer. Great advice. Thank you.
Posted by Mary Pritchett | March 22, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Appreciate his understanding of my issue and the time he took to provide consult. He was pragmatic in his approach. Had I lived in his area I would have considered hiring him.
Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Marshall and the entire staff at the firm were extremely professional and sensitive to my needs during a very lengthy divorce process. I could not recommend them more highly.
Posted by Kristin Sellberg | August 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Waller exceeds excenence. I hired him for my divorce and custody needs. He is excellence in professionalism, knowledge, and promptness. He is very kind and wise. He is the very best. You get what you pay for. His staff is superb. He is simply the best! Thank you for everything Mr. Waller.
"I wholeheartedely endorse this lawyer's work. He is kind, compassionate, and truly cares about his clients. Having worked with many kinds of attorneys over the years, I find this lawyer's work extraordinary on every level."
"Without reservation, I can endorse Mr. Waller as I am familiar with his expertise in the area of family law. I know him to be competent and very professional in the handling of his clients. I have referred him matters and the feedback from the referrals has always been very positive."
"I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. William among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer because he is extremely knowledgeable in his field of family law. His recognition as a certified specialist proves it. I have worked with this attorney on a number of matters and find him to be of the highest ethical standards and professional conduct."
"Marshall is a pillar of the family law community. I had the privilege of litigating a highly contested custody matter against him. Notwithstanding the type of case, Marshall was professional and straightforward throughout the matter. We ended up resolving the matter on the courthouse steps so to speak. This was truly the best option for both parties. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Marshall Waller is an attorney of the highest caliber. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any family law matter in Los Angeles County."
"I whole-heartedly and enthusiatically endorse this lawyer's work. My relationship with Marshall Waller goes back to 1981 and continues to this day. It is not often that one has an opportunity to commend and praise a friend, who is also a colleague, without reservation or pause. The oft-quoted phrase, " a gentleman and a scholar", barely scratches the surfacase in describing Marshall's talents, generally as a lawyer, and specifically as a litigator, who is not only adept, but artful. He writes and speaks with eloguence, while at the same time providing his clients both compassionate and agressive representation. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST AND MOST HONEST lawyers I have ever known. I would not hesitate to have him represent me or any member of my family should the occassion arise. Though we currently reside and work in different States, I continue to seek his advice and counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Wonderful attorney. Takes care to explain everything to his clients. He has earned the respect of his peers with his knowledge of the law and his ability to find solutions for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I can honestly say that I love this lawyer! He is kind and compassionate and the best divorce I have ever met."
"Marshall Waller is knowledgeable and insightful, and offers solutions to the Judges that are in keeping with both the black letter law and the legislative intent behind the law. In addition to his knowledge and skill, he is also personable. He presents very well in the courtroom and is able to connect with his listener. He is an impressive family law attorney whose talent increases over time."
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2023
Top 100 Lawyers in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine
2023
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2023
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2022
Top 100 Lawyers in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine
2021
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2021
A.V. Highest attorney rating - from 1996 through present, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Southern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2021
Top 100 Lawyers in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine
2020
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2009 Family Law Professional of the Year, Strathmore's Who's Who
2009
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2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Member Strathmore's "Who's Who", Strathmore's Who's Who
2008
Service Recognition Award - Pacific Lodge Youth Services, Pacific Lodge Youth Services
2007
Service Recognition Award - Court Appointed Mediator, Los Angeles County Superior Court
2007
Service Recognition Award - Alternative Dispute Resolution, Los Angeles County Superior Court
2006
Service Recognition Award - Court Appointed Mediator, Los Angeles County Superior Court
2005
Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
1993
Service Recognition Award - Judge Pro Tempore, Los Angeles County Superior Court
1992
Service Recognition Award - Court Appointed Mediator, Los Angeles County Superior Court
1991
Service Recognition Award - Court Appointed Mediator, Los Angeles County Superior Court
1989
Service Recognition Award - Court Appointed Referee, Los Angeles County Superior Court
1988
Service Recognition Award - Judge Pro Tempore, Los Angeles COunty Superior Court
1988
Certificate of Appreciation - Family Law Center, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
1980
American Jurisprudence Award, Bancroft-Whitney
1978
Graduation with Highest Honors, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
1998 - Present
Managing Partner and Shareholder, Feinberg & Waller APC
2022 - 2022
Adjunct Law Professor, Pepperdine University School Of Law
1995 - 1998
Adjunct Law Professor, Los Angeles Valley College
1990 - 1995
Law Professor, Catherine College
1988 - 1998
Partner, Feinberg, Gottlieb & Grossman
1987 - 1988
Law Professor, Northrup University School of Law
1986 - 1990
Law Professor, Watterson College
1986 - 1988
Partner, Hayes & Waller
1983 - 1986
Lawyer, Marshall Waller, Attorney At Law
1980 - 1982
Associate attorney, Frydrych & Webster
2022 - Present
American Bar AssociationLife Fellow
2018 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2018 - Present
International Academy of Family LawyersFellow
2008 - Present
State Bar of California - Childrens Issues CommitteeSergeant at Arms
2007 - Present
ProVisor'sMember
2006 - Present
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsMember
1985 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember - Family Law Section
1984 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember - Family Law Section Executive Committee
1982 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember - Family Law Section
1980 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
1978 - Present
Phi Kappa PhiMember
2003 - 2008
Pacific Lodge Youth ServicesMember, Board of Directors
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Diploma in Taxation
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
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