Robert Michael Garland

Professional, logical, practical, smart, kind, and tough: These are words that clients of Robert M. Garland use to describe his practice. With 32 years of experience as a lawyer, and 22 years as a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), Robert provides top-notch representation for anyone wanting to resolve legal matters related to divorce, child custody, spousal and child support, and family law. He has a high degree of expertise in matters related to UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act) and cases involving Department of Child Support Services (DCSS).

Robert always takes the time to explain to clients how the Family Code applies to the unique facts of their case. He has a sense of what clients need on a personal level, and makes sure they understand the legal processes involved in their case, and establishes clear expectations from start to finish. This gives a calming effect during stressful times, and often saves clients money over the course of their case.

With seven years serving as a Settlement Judge pro tem in the San Diego Superior Court as a neutral third party for couples that wish to settle through mediation, Robert is well-versed is the mediation process and understands the value it offers for couples who want to reach a workable agreement in their separation. He is highly respected among judicial officials for his vast knowledge of the Family Code and case law, which makes him someone you want in your corner should litigation become necessary.

Robert is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked as an electronics technician before attending Thomas Jefferson School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 1992, and then admitted to the State Bar of California the following year.

A father of three children, Robert enjoys continually learning. In his time away from the courtroom and office, he recently learned French, pursues the culinary arts, and enjoys ballroom dancing.