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Marc Allen Duxbury

Family Attorney at Carlsbad, CA

4.7   13 reviews

also known as County Law Center

  • Licensed for 34 years
    State CA
    Acquired 1989
    Status
    Active Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2000

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2000. See details

About Marc

Learn Marc’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Family
    50%
    The County Law Center, founded by Attorney Marc A. Duxbury in 1989, has been providing assistance with divorce and family law for clients throughout Southern California [link destination: contact us] for over twenty years. At County Law Center, Attorney Mark Duxbury understands that divorce, separation, child custody, visitation, child support, and all other related family law matters can be extremely emotional. The separation and divorce process is often stressful and traumatic.

    35 years

  2. Bankruptcy and debt
    25%
    At the Law Offices of Marc A. Duxbury and the County Law Center, our lawyers have been providing legal help and legal advice for bankruptcy clients throughout Southern California for over twenty years. If you are either an individual or a business owner in serious debt and are unable to pay your creditors, and you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy, contact a lawyer immediately. In these tough economic times, there is nothing wrong with getting a fresh start and rebuilding your life.

  3. Chapter 13 bankruptcy
    10%
    At the Law Offices of Marc A. Duxbury and the County Law Center, our lawyers have been providing legal help and legal advice for bankruptcy clients throughout Southern California for over twenty years. If you are either an individual or a business owner in serious debt and are unable to pay your creditors, and you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy, contact a lawyer immediately. In these tough economic times, there is nothing wrong with getting a fresh start and rebuilding your life.

  4. Chapter 7 bankruptcy
    10%
    At the Law Offices of Marc A. Duxbury and the County Law Center, our lawyers have been providing legal help and legal advice for bankruptcy clients throughout Southern California for over twenty years. If you are either an individual or a business owner in serious debt and are unable to pay your creditors, and you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy, contact a lawyer immediately. In these tough economic times, there is nothing wrong with getting a fresh start and rebuilding your life.

  5. Chapter 11 bankruptcy
    5%

Intro

Marc A. Duxbury, founder of County Law Center, uses his legally diverse background to assist clients in many areas of law.  Marc expects the same experienced knowledgeable compassion from all of the associates and staff of the firm.

 

Education

Marc enjoyed his tenure at California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science/Law while securing many business/accounting classes to supplement his degree.  Marc received his Juris Doctorate from California Western School of Law in San Diego and was admitted to the California State Bar in 1989.

 

Experience

Marc was able to secure numerous experienced attorneys in San Diego and Riverside counties to assist with the various areas of law in the first ten years of his practice.

 

The last ten years have been used to crystallize knowledge and experience in many areas of practice.  The firm now employs nine full-time employees with job titles ranging from Associate Attorney to Office Manager.  All staff members are dedicated to the same excellent service as Marc.

 

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Posted by TERI | December 10, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Thank you Marc - Appreciate your service
My son made some stupid choices and was arrested. While sitting in a court room, a young lady next to me suggested I contact attorney Marc Duxbury. She raved about him and how much he helped her. I contacted him. We discussed my son’s case and he agreed to work for us. I transferred funds directly to him to pay in full and the next day it hit me. I just sent a lot of money to someone I’ve never met because a girl, possibly his employee, gave me a great reference. I don’t have a lot of money so I thought this was very foolish of me. Fortunately, Marc Duxbury was everything the young girl in the court room said. He was helpful. He explained everything. It turned out that the case was much more involved than we originally thought. He made sure my son understood every aspect of the case. Mr. Duxbury went beyond with his services including an early morning meeting in the judge’s chambers with the DA in an effort to come to a better understanding of this case. Hopefully my son will be home soon and I am forever grateful for the services of Marc Duxbury and his sweet office assistant, Allison. My son's time is much shorter than it would have been. I would highly recommend his services. BTW - Prior to us hiring Attorney Duxbury, a Public Defender was assigned to my son. He never showed up in court and never even met with my son. Don’t trust your life to a P.D.
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Posted by Bob | June 26, 2015
Exceptional representation, follow-through, responsiveness, and character
Mr. Duxbury provided exceptional representation for me throughout my entire BK filing, hearing, and discharge process. Marc consistently demonstrated a very knowledgeable, trustworthy, and responsive approach with the handling my case. I felt very comfortable and confident going through the BK process with him at the helm the entire time. His patience and responsiveness to my phone calls, emails, questions and other needs was nothing less than what one would hope for and expect from a competent, caring, well-intentioned professional, and human being. His office staff managed to provide the same level of knowledge, care, and responsiveness that I had come to appreciate and rely on when working with him directly. Marc is a straight-shooter, reliable, honest, and very forthright. Just the type of person one needs at their side when going through the stress and burden of navigating the legal maze of our juridical system. I have nothing but praise and good words for Marc and his staff of professionals and, without hesitation, highly recommend them to anyone needing the legal services he provides.
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Posted by Nicole | June 8, 2013
divorce lawyer
Marc was very straight forward with me from the start . He appeared to know what he's doing in court and as far as the law is concerned , I felt comfortable with him. His office is very responsive and knowledgable as well .
Posted by James Patten | July 13, 2012
Marc Duxbury is the best thing I ever experinced in the court complex
In what I fairly early on determined to be a female bias court system I learned the hard way that simply going into court with representation, then mediation answering all question truthfully, responding to accusations and following every court ruling and suggestion by no means guaranteed a fair and just out come. In fact over a five year period I participated in well over 25 court appearances and 5 mediation, resulting in over $ 30,000.00 in legal fees and what the judge’s (three different ones) called a three volume case file. To put it another way, when the clerk set the paper work on the desk it stood at least a foot tall. There must have been more pages then our national health plan has. I recall at the hospital when I first held my little boy and gazed into his eyes as he smiled up at me there were three God, my boy and me. From then on, the most important thing in this whole world was that I do my very best to prove god right for trusting me with such a gift. I would say all I want is for that boy to have a carefree childhood and grow up to be a happy, healthy, productive person. It seemed simple and straight forward but was I ever wrong. This whole thing began in what is sometimes referred to as a one night stand. I knew nothing about this person, my son momma, but boy did I get educated. For the first four years of this journey I was run through the ringer both being represented as well as a good bite of self-representing. I walked out of court countless times completely devastated with the results, crushed by the process, the preconceived attitudes of many over worked court service personnel that see and hear more lies in a given day than most people hear in a life time. And many times I thought if this was just about me I would give up run away and hide but I couldn’t why, well remember the three way meeting in the hospital I spoke of earlier, that and I could not walk away from the greatest love I ever felt, the love a Dad feels for his son, at least in my case. I understand why the courts tend to favor the women/ Mothers after having to sit and hear some unbelievable statements made by men, Dad’s. I felt ashamed to be part of the same gender. But in time I came to understand at least a little bite about the system and with so much seat time in court waiting my turn to be sent packing one guy seemed to stand out time and again, that guy Marc Duxbury, a soft spoken straight talking guy that got thing done. After one particular episode I decided to wait in the halls of justice for him to exit and asked if he would represent me. He said he felt almost like he knew me similar to a court employee or something after having seen me there so many times. We set an appointment for the following week and that was truly the turning point in mine as well as my son’s life. He spoke to me in a very non-lawyer way, meaning he didn’t use a bunch of big words, (legal terms) which in my opinion many in that trade use to simply keep their clients in the dark, ignorant to what or how things work. After all they charge $ 300.00 or $ 400.00 an hour so whatever they do surly it must be far beyond any plane old guy on the street, like oh the one who is paying them. I recall our first court hearing. I was quite worried because I had not spoken with marc for the 2 days prier, having been use to others who were daily calling me to “keep everyone on the same page”, billing page that is. Marc was in and out of several court rooms on this day as he is every day. When we spoke I expressed my concerns to which he said do you trust me? I looked him in the eye and said yes, yes I do. He replied then just relaxed, today is the day you are going to walk out of here happy. I have never been happy walking in or out of there but I had seen him in action so I sat and waited for our turn Marc without any big dramatic speech, filing some declaration or asking for an evidentiary hearing he made me walk out of that place I had come to hate, happy
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Posted by cindy | May 4, 2011
THE VERY BEST
Cant say enough GOOD things about Marc Duxbury & the services he provided for us. My husband & I had several meetings for a year prior to committing to a BK. My husband would call Marc on his cell phone with endless questions & Marc was so patient and so incredibly helpful! I honestly cant understand the people that are leaving negative marks, It cant possibly be the same man. The World could use a few more Marc Duxbury's
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Posted by Bill | February 8, 2011
A Lawyer you can trust and count on!!
Family Law & Child Support help, Quick response, and great communication!! Mr. Duxbury helped me understand the laws, fought for my rights, and made the very complicated, emotional and time consuming court process tolerable. He definately made my life easier, and reduced the stress for me. He was there every step of the way, and and communicated what was happening so I understood what I needed to do. He had my best interest always front of mind and quickly resolved the issues. I would highly recommend Mr Duxbury and the County Law Center to anyone looking for a trustworthy Lawyer who will fight for his clients! Family Law & Child Support help, Quick response, and great communication!! Mr. Duxbury helped me understand the laws, fought for my rights, and made the very complicated, emotional and time consuming court process tolerable. He definately made my life easier, and reduced the stress for me. He was there every step of the way, and and communicated what was happening so I understood what I needed to do. He had my best interest always front of mind and quickly resolved the issues. I would highly recommend Mr Duxbury and the County Law Center to anyone looking for a trustworthy Lawyer who will fight for his clients!
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Posted by Sharath | January 31, 2011
Horrible DUI but great outcome!
Great to say finally I am releived from DUI case.Initially, I went to Marc hesitant thinking whether I am with a right person but that consultation with him reassured and gave me confidence so I decided to go ahead with him. He is very sound in this field and was able to get all information from me and helped to put things to work in my favour.Finally I am now releived totally from serious consequences I should have faced. I recommend him as best in San Diego for DUI case. He is an excellent communicator and best in keeping client well informed for things to be followed till end. I hope any one else who will take up their case with this lawyer will definetly share story like me. I thank for his services to me and hope let him help others in same way.
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Posted by Kevin | January 31, 2011
Had my back!
About 2 years back, i recieved my first DUI. It created alot of problems for me at work, and with my family. My boss threatened to fire me, and being financially strapped, one could say i was in an extremely bad spot. After calling around to nearly every attorney in the San Diego area, i felt at ease after my conversation with Marc. He gave me quality advice, and assured me everything would be taken care of with some time, and his services of course! He is a reasonably priced, honest man that not only saved my record, he saved my job as well! Thanks Marc!
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Posted by Andy | January 20, 2011
Did a great Job
I used Mr Duxbury for a DUI case I was involved with in Carlsbad, San Diego after finding his website online. I went in for an initial consultation and he was very informative and straight up with me. I felt great with the initial consult and ended up hiring Mr Duxbury to represent me in my case, he was very knowledgeable and was able to get my sentence drastically reduced and save me from some serious penalty's and even jail time. His responsiveness and communication were excellent, hopefully I'll never need his services again but I'd recommend him to anyone I know in San Diego.
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Posted by Greg & Joanne | September 12, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Quick & Easy
Most everything happened as Mark said it would. Allison and Elizabeth were always available to answer our questions. The process was quick and easy. But be aware ahead of time, there is an extra cost if you go with a reaffirmation agreement. All in all we would recommend Mark to anyone in need of his services.
Posted by john | January 31, 2011
Trustable and resposible
Hi I am from Los Angeles last year i was unfortunately got into a case of bankruptcy case in San Diego. When you facing with bankruptcy it is never easy. I am in serious debt and unable to pay my creditors. It is a hard time to me when I am facing these things I have tried many lawyers but couldn’t find result but a friend of mine told about Mark he is so nice with and he was so good to get me out from this case without even I have to go to the court one single time. He’s so good and I highly recommended him.
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Posted by Kelly | January 31, 2011
Thanks Marc!
Marc helped me with my bankruptcy case a few months ago. I went in simply to discuss my options. He never made me feel rushed into the decision. He was very knowledgable and helped me understand how all of it worked. It was one of the best decisions that I have ever made! Thanks!
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2011
DUI help
When I got pulled over in Carlsbad, San Diego for DUI I was horrified. I couldn't believe that I'd been so stupid. I found myself up against a heavy fine and worse. The officer even suggested I get a lawyer ASAP when they arrested me. My family bailed me out and I found the County Law Center during a google search. I went in for a consult and was impressed with the professionalism they all showed, right down to the secretary. I was mortified to have to find legal representation, but they saw me as an individual and not "a criminal" as I had feared. I can't thank them more for how respectfully they treated me and how hard they worked to get me a fair and reasonable judgement.
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AVVO RATING 7.1 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2000.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2000
updated on 01/20/2016

This 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.

Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Marc Duxbury Family Law
  • 2010 - Present
  • Owner
  • County Law Center
  • 1989 - Present

Education

  • California Western School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1988
  • California State University, California Polytechnic State University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1985

Associations

  • Riverside County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1995 - Present
  • San Diego County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1990 - Present
  • State Bar of California
  • Member
  • 1989 - Present
  • Riverside County Bar Association
  • Vice President
  • 2008 - 2011
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Recognized Attorney
  • San Diego North County Bar Association
  • 2007
  • Recognized Attorney
  • San Diego Bankruptcy Bar Association
  • 2007
  • Recognized Attorney
  • Riverside County Bar Association
  • 2002
  • Recognized Attorney
  • Riverside Bankruptcy Bar Association
  • 2002
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Carlsbad Family Lawyer Marc Allen Duxbury
Marc Allen Duxbury
Family Attorney
Carlsbad, CA
Licensed for 34 years
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2000. See details