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Harris Justin Brumer
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Biography
Harris Brumer is a 1997 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He served on active duty for six years as a military intelligence officer and was stationed with the 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. In 2002, he earned a Masters Degree in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University, while still on active duty. Mr. Brumer left the Army as a Captain in 2003 and attended law school locally in San Diego at The Thomas Jefferson School of Law.
Upon graduation from law school in 2006, Mr. Brumer worked in both criminal defense and in bankruptcy law at two private firms in San Diego. In 2009, he began work as the civilian Director of Legal Assistance at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. Legal Assistance is a free service that is offered to all active duty personnel, their dependents, and military retirees. At Miramar, he handled practically all civil matters, to include: Family Law, Landlord/Tenant law, Consumer Law, Bankruptcy, and Federal Civil Rights (SCRA, USERRA, etc.). However, during this time, Mr. Brumer developed a true passion for Family Law and aggressively represented hundreds of clients in divorces, support cases, child custody matters, move-away orders, and domestic violence cases. Mr. Brumer noticed that many Family Law attorneys in San Diego lacked his unique knowledge of the military and its specific application to Family Law. He has since sought to fill this void.
After successfully serving for 3 ½ years, Mr. Brumer left government service and decided to go into private practice. Mr. Brumer made this move, in part, to better serve clients without the restraint of government rules and regulations that he felt unnecessarily impeded his ability to properly fight for his clients’ rights. Mr. Brumer realized that a successful Family Law practice requires far more than the drafting of legal documents or negotiating settlements. It requires in depth knowledge and courtroom experience.
Mr. Brumer is a Certified Specialist in Family Law, in accordance with the California State Bar, California Board of Legal Specialization. He looks forward to serving you!
Your Military Divorce Lawyer in San Diego! ** Certified Specialist in Family Law, the State Bar of California.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
18 years
Child Support
25%
18 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
18 years
Domestic Violence
25%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Harris J. Brumer, APC
One America Plaza, 600 West Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Kyle | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Military expertise unmatched
Personable, professional, and thorough. Able to explain legal issues and concept in plain language. Planned my case, adapted when needed, and carried out. Kept updated so l was always up to speed. Everything was transparent and always straightforward. Divorce, custody, and dividing military be...
Posted by JoAnne | July 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The Best of the Best
Harris was an amazing lawyer! Being married for 26 years and needing a divorce attorney for the very first time, I was referred to Harris from a dear friend. He listened to my concerns and guided me with his expertise through a very emotional divorce. He was patient, empathic, tough and answered a...
Posted by Russell | July 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Patience, Communication, and knowledge.
Mr. Brumer was very professional, and very very patient with dealing with me and the nonsense from my ex-wife. I feel sorry having to send him some of the stuff I had to send, but he dealt with it very professionally, and again was very very patient in this case. We eventually came to an agreement...
Posted by Steven | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Attorney
Harris is an outstanding attorney! His professionalism and integrity was conveyed from the moment we met. He guided me through a difficult period of time in my life through rational and honest conversations. He was dependable and fair to make the process as painless and efficient as possible. Har...
Posted by SL | November 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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I am not the type of person who writes reviews, but I owe Mr. Brumer a good one. I am thankful that I had him to help me with my divorce during my most difficult time. He doesn't smile much, but he is a very smart and kind attorney. He can impress you with his ability to spot the points of weakness i...
Harris Justin Brumer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Family law is very emotional and Harris has the right personality for it, very understanding, professional, patient and friendly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Harris is honest, reasonable and fair. He is a zealous advocate for his client and works hard to help his client's achieve their desired outcome."
"As a long time participant in Avvo, I often receive pleas for help from indigent people with a legal problem who have little or no financial resources. Recently, I responded to such a plea from a retired veteran who recently lost his wife. He explained his financial circumstances and it struck a chord with me. I asked him to contact 3-4 San Diego BK lawyers and felt confident he would get some help. Sure enough, Harris Brumer responded to the same Avvo post and quickly offered to take the BK matter pro-bono. It turns out that Mr. Brumer is a former military officer who often helps fellow vets. I am proud to recommend Mr. Brumer as an excellent lawyer with a big heart. You can't get a better combination than that."
"Harris is calm and compassionate, which serves him well in an emotional practice like Divorce and Separation. Having known Harris for years, I can attest to his attention to detail and his energy and enthusiasm. I endorse Harris Brumer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Works hard for clients."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have sent Mr. Brumer clients in the past and received very positive feedback. He is very knowledgeable about family law and military law and I would trust him with my own family's legal issues. I strongly endorse him."
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"Harris is an excellent attorney. He is a consummate professional who fights to obtain the best results for his clients. I endorse Harris!"
"Mr. Brumer is well versed in military law. He loves to help his clients, and his fellow colleagues in the community. Mr. Brumer is superb attorney!! I am happy to endorse him!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Harris Brumer is a fine bankruptcy attorney and I feel very confident referring clients to him."
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"Attorney Harris Justin Brumer has provided some excellent answers on Avvo which demonstrate the depth of his knowledge and his passion for helping others."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Brumer has provided excellent advice to people using avvo. He is an asset to the legal community."
"I have had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Harris over the past few months. He is a stellar person and a great advocate for his clients. Harris has a unique background and experiences to draw from that allow him to effectively counsel his clients. He's hard working and knowledgeable about the law. I wouldn't hesitate to refer a client to him."
"I met Harris last year as a member of the Welsh Inn of Court in San Diego. Through our many conversations, Harris demonstrated an incredible amount of knowledge in his fields of practice. He has a acquired this knowledge through years of experience representing individuals. He is competent, personable, and responsible. Harris' professionalism shines in all that he does. Without a doubt, I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Attorney, AVVO
2016
Top 26 Attorneys In San Diego, Expertise http://www.expertise.com/ca/san-diego/divorce-attorney
2015
Top Attorney 2015, AVVO
2003
Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army
1998
Army Achievement Medal, U.S. Army
Work Experience
2015 - Present
President, The Law Office of Harris J. Brumer,. APC
2014 - 2015
Managing Partner, The Law Office of Buono & Brumer, APC
2010 - 2013
Director Legal Assistance, Department of Defense, MCAS Miramar
2009 - 2010
Associate, Attorney At Law
1997 - 2003
Intelligence Officer, U S Army
Associations
2013 - Present
Louis M. Welsh American Inn of CourtBarrister
2013 - Present
San Diego Family Law Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Thomas Jefferson School of Law Veteran's ClinicMember
2009 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Military Law CommitteeMember
2008 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2014
Bar Association of North San Diego CountyMember
2014 - 2016
BNI San DiegoMember
2008 - 2016
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2008 - 2016
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DV/TRO: LB v. DMA
Petitioner received a 6 month Restraining Order
DV/TRO: T.V. vs. S.L.
Two year restraining order granted against Father, supervised visitation with children.
CMS Property Management, Inc v. Thear Sin
Case dismissed with Prejudice
Education
2014
Houston Family Law Trial Course
2006
Thomas Jefferson SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Michigan State University
MS - Master of Science
1997
U S Military Academy
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Louis M. Welsh American Inn of Court
How to Persuade Jurors and What They are Looking For
2014
American Inns of Court
The Life Cycle of the Expert Witness
2013
MCAS Miramar
Legal Issues Effecting Military Deployments
2012
MCAS Miramar Pre-Marital Seminar
PS. Before You Say I Do (Legal Issues Effecting Marriage)
Publications
2015
The Law Office of Harris J. Brumer APC website
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
2013
AVVO Legal Guide
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
2013
AVVO Legal guide
The Survivor Benefit Plan
2012
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I know the other party won't answer my discovery request, is it inappropriate to file the motion to compel right away?
05 May 2021
Q&A
If I use private social media posts that my ex has posted, do I need to share the source of the information?
06 Mar 2021
Q&A
Child custody?
06 Feb 2020