Marshall William Waller

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Marshall William Waller

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Calabasas, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

23501 Park Sorrento #103, Calabasas, CA

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About Marshall

Biography

Certified Family Law Specialist, Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and the International Academy of Family Lawyers Focused Entirely on Family Law

Certified Family Law Specialist, Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and the International Academy of Family Lawyers Focused Entirely on Family Law

Certified Family Law Specialist, Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and the International Academy of Family Lawyers Focused Entirely on Family Law

Certified Family Law Specialist, Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and the International Academy of Family Lawyers Focused Entirely on Family Law

Certified Family Law Specialist, Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and the International Academy of Family Lawyers Focused Entirely on Family Law

Certified Family Law Specialist, Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and the International Academy of Family Lawyers Focused Entirely on Family Law

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Family 30%

30%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 395-695 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2017 2016 2015
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Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Feinberg & Waller, APC

23501 Park Sorrento #103, Calabasas, CA, 91302

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Feinberg & Waller, APC

9440 Santa Monica Blvd #301, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210

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650 Hampshire Rd #108, Westlake Village, CA, 91361

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Online Presence

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Marshall William Waller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Elizabeth | February 26, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Outstanding 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

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great advice

Great lawyer. Great advice. Thank you.

Posted by Mary Pritchett | March 22, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

KInd, Knowledgeable, and Professional

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Marshall Waller Fantastic

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney on the west coast

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.

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Marshall William Waller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patricia Rodriguez

Child custody lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Gorrell

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I give this attorney my highest endorsement."

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Elizabeth Dickinson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Adina Rosenfeld

Family lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Glazer

Family lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Channika Desilva

Child custody lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Pamela Tripp

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Patrick Baghdaserians

Child custody lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Ike Sherman

Unknown lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Richard Gould-Saltman

Family lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Stitch

Family lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jan Grossman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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John Kaman

Family lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Sandra Salinas

Family lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Mary Ellen Waller

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Veronika Melamed

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Patricia Rodriguez

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Adina Rosenfeld

Family lawyer

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Sandra Salinas

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Sarah Gorrell

Family lawyer

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Mark Glazer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Southern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2023

Top 100 Lawyers in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine

2023

Southern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Southern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2022

Top 100 Lawyers in Southern California, Los Angeles Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

2009 Family Law Professional of the Year, Strathmore's Who's Who

2009

Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2022 - Present

American Bar Association

Life Fellow

2018 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

2018 - Present

International Academy of Family Lawyers

Fellow

2008 - Present

State Bar of California - Childrens Issues Committee

Sergeant at Arms

2007 - Present

ProVisor's

Member

2006 - Present

Association of Certified Family Law Specialists

Member

1985 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Member - Family Law Section

1984 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member - Family Law Section Executive Committee

1982 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member - Family Law Section

1980 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

1978 - Present

Phi Kappa Phi

Member

2003 - 2008

Pacific Lodge Youth Services

Member, Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Marriage of Roe

Complete victory

In re Marriage of A (the client name has been changed)

Unmonitored visitation granted

Marriage of Doe

Complete success

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Education

1982

University of San Diego School of Law

Diploma in Taxation

1981

Loyola Law School of Los Angeles

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

AAML - SoCal 30th Annual Institute of Trial Advocacy: New Waves in Family Law Litigation

Family Law Presumptions at Trial

2021

LACBA Family Law Section Executive Committee

LASC Update: New Platform for Virtual Appearances

2021

LACBA Family Law Section Executive Committee

Are You Prepared For Your Video Trial or Hearing - Part 2

2021

BHBA - Enforcement and Modification of Support Orders: The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA)

Family Code Application

2020

The Esquire Network (TEN)

How to do Zoom Trials

2020

LACBA Family Law Section Executive Committee

Are You Prepared For Your Video Trial or Hearing - Part 1

2017

CEB FLIC 2017

Procedure I

2017

CEB FLIC 2017

Property I

2016

CEB The Basics

Family Law

2015

Post Disso filing documents

Post Disso filing documents: Crafting / Pitfalls / Fiduciary Duty Issues / Litigation

2015

CEB Family Law Intensive Course

CEB Family Law Intensive Course: Part 1

2014

Mysteries of Family Law Practice ... Solved!

Practice and Procedure in the LA Family Courts

2014

Family Law Advocacy Training

Trial Technique Series, “Examination of the Forensic Accountant-Division of Property”

2014

CEB The Basics

Family Law

2013

LACBA 45th Annual Family Law Symposium

Solving the mysteries of Family Law Practice

2013

CEB Family Law - The Basics

Family Law Practice and Procedure

2012

The Basics - Family Law

Attorneys Fees in Family Law Cases

2012

Family Law 2012: Here and Now

Family Law 2012: Here and Now

2012

CEB Family Law

CEB Family Law: Getting Your Fees

2011

LACBA 33rd Annual C/C Colloquium: The Changing Complexion of C/C Litigation

The Changing Complexion of C/C Litigation

2009

KNX radio 1070

Custody of Michael Jackson Children

2009

KNBC LA News Raw

Custody of Michael Jackson Children

2009

Good Day LA

Custody of Michael Jackson Children

2009

Fuji TV, Japan

Custody of Michael Jackson children

2009

CTV e-talk

Custody of Michael Jackson Children

2009

British Press Association

Custody of Michael Jackson Children

2008

KTLA Channel 5 News at Ten

Family Law - Britney Spears

2008

Divorce and the Economy

Recent Trends in Divorce and the Economy

2007

KTLA news coverage of Phil Spector trial

Trial procedures

2000

National Annual Conference

Insurance Subrogation

1999

Worker's Compensation Subrogation

Worker's Compensation Subrogation

1994

KCAL Channel 9 News

Marcia Clark Custody (O.J. Simpson trial)

1994

Channel 5 News at Ten

Marica Clark Custody (OJ Simpson trial)

Publications

2024

2021

2019

Essentials of California Family Law The Essentials of California Family Law

2017

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) Marital Settlement Agreements Chapter 6 - Custody

2017

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) Marital Settlement Agreements Chapter 6 – Custody & Visitation

2013

Association of Certified Family Law Specialists (ACFLS) California Pretexting and Other Electronic Evils

2013

Family Lawyer Magazine Pretexting and Other Electronic Evils

2009

Divorce Proceedings in California - Prep Your Client Organzing and Documenting Assets in a Divorce Proceeding

2009

California Family Law Strategies The Impact of Financial and Societal Changes on Family Law

2008

How to Hire A Divorce Lawyer and Save Money Too How to Hire A Divorce Lawyer and Save Money Too

2008

Divorce Magazine Common Divorce Questions

2000

Primer on Basic Concepts of Worker's Compensation Subrogation Primer on Basic Concepts of Worker's Compensation Subrogation

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Marshall earned significant contribution points in 2017.

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