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4.9 /5.0
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also known as Christopher Happ
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Christopher C. Happ is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) and is licensed to practice law in the State of California.
Mr. Happ grew up in upstate New York. He earned his bachelors, masters and law degrees from the University of Pittsburgh before moving to San Diego in 2007 to take advantage of the city's beautiful year-round weather.
Upon being sworn in to practice law, Mr. Happ immediately opened Happ Law Group P.C. Since its founding, Happ Law Group P.C. has been a firm exclusively devoted to representing individuals involved in family law disputes. Mr. Happ has prepared pleadings and discovery, negotiated settlements and litigated contested hearings/trials involving all aspects of family law, including, but not limited to, custody/visitation, child and spousal support, property characterization and division, enforcement of judgments, and domestic violence. His clients have ranged from individuals with modest income to those with cases involving millions of dollars of assets.
When not practicing law, Mr. Happ enjoys playing tennis and golf as well as competing in triathlons (which includes completing Ironman Louisville in 2016 and racing in the USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships in 2018). He is also former starting shortstop for the Siena College (1996-1998) and University of Pittsburgh (1998-2000) baseball teams as well as a former college basketball referee.
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State: California
Acquired: 2007
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7801 Mission Center Ct., Suite 450, San Diego, CA, 92108
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Posted by Lance | March 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Recommended
Chris was thorough and honest. The results he got were very good. His advice on how to proceed was solid. Divorce is no fun and the system is set up to squeeze you, but Chris did his job well.
Posted by Dennis | September 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A Skilled and Caring Counsel
After dealing with on-going disputes and complications from my initial marital disolution agreement, I was referred to Chris Happ. I have said many times that I wish I had engeged Chris from the beginning! He helped me greatly with his expertise, energy, personal counseling- dedicated tirelessly to ...
Posted by Dai | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Lawyer
I could not be happier having Chris represent me in my child custody case. I consulted with several lawyers but chose Chris because he really helped me understand the process and what to expect. My fees were more than what I initially expected because this was completely due to my ex-spouse making se...
Posted by Mike | July 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
So grateful
My only regret is that I didn’t find him sooner as he was the second attorney I used in my divorce proceedings. Chris is so thorough and knowledgeable. The request for information he asks for sometimes made me feel like it is over the top, but when it came to the mandatory settlement conference, I f...
Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent
I contacted Chris to assist me with communications with my former husband and changes relative to provisions of our divorce agreement. Chris was patient with my questions and concerns, explained my options thoroughly, supported me in my decision-making and was attentive and timely throughout. I ...
"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."
"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"
Family lawyer
2025
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2024
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2023
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2022
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2021
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2020
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2019
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2018
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2017
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2016
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2015
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2014
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2013
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2012
Top Young Attorneys, San Diego Daily Transcript
2011
Top Young Attorneys, San Diego Daily Transcript
2010
Top Young Attorneys, San Diego Daily Transcript
2007 - Present
Principal Attorney, Happ Law Group P.C.
2006 - 2006
Internship with the Chief Justice Ralph J. Cappy, Pennsylvania Supreme Court
2006 - 2007
Legal Intern, Dugan & Associates
2013 - Present
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaCertified Specialist - Family Law
2007 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2007
J.D.
2003
M.P.A.
2000
B.A.
English
Legal Answers
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If my son's father is a convicted sex offender do I have to have his permission to change my sons last name?
16 Mar 2011
Can I kick my husband out of a house that I already owned before marriage?
18 Mar 2011
Do I have the right to conduct discovery in a child support case filed by DCSS?
10 Feb 2011