Christopher Craig Happ

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Christopher Craig Happ

also known as Christopher Happ

4.9
40 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony ... +2 more

7801 Mission Center Ct., Suite 450, San Diego, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Christopher

Biography

My dedication to providing high quality representation in a cost-effective manner has helped to ease the stress of past and current clients as they go through what is often one of the most difficult times in their lives.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

All issues that arise in a divorce case including child custody/visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, domestic violence

18 years

50%
Child Custody 25%

Obtaining and modifying child custody/visitation orders

18 years

25%
Alimony 10%

Obtaining or modifying temporary or long-term spousal support (including modifications necessary due to loss of employment or reduced income during coronavirus pandemic)

18 years

10%
Child Support 10%

Including modifying child support orders necessary due to loss of employment or decreased income during coronavirus pandemic.

18 years

10%
Domestic Violence 5%

Temporary and Permanent Family Law Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (including restraining orders needed during court closure due to coronavirus pandemic)

18 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Happ Law Group, P.C.

7801 Mission Center Ct., Suite 450, San Diego, CA, 92108

happlawgroup.com

Christopher Craig Happ's Reviews

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Posted by Joe | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Top notch!

I wholeheartedly recommend Chris Happ as a divorce attorney. He and his staff are consummate professionals who treated me with respect and made me feel as if I were their most important client. I definitely felt my money was well spent, in particular when I compared Happ with another attorney who was... involved as a mediator in my divorce case. What a rip-off she was. Also, Chris’s personal assistant Ame’e was also a delight to work with. Thanks folks!!

Posted by Jennie | November 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommended

Christopher Happ was amazing on my case. He was compassionate, very knowledgeable and helpful and made what was a very emotional and trying time for me a little easier. I was confident having him represent me and ended up very satisfied in the end result. I highly recommend Happ Law Group.

Posted by Nancy | November 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Christopher Happ - Brilliant and honest family lawyer

I recommend Christopher Happ to friends, family and everyone who needs a smart, honest and upfront family lawyer. He is extremely prepared for all situations in the courtroom, analyzes the many options that develop and offers brilliant advice. He has a strong analytical and financial perspective, to ...add to his legal expertise. I worked with other lawyers during my initial divorce and they were disappointing in many respects. My case with Christopher was complicated, covering both spousal support adjustments and disabled child/adult support. He was extraordinary in putting it all together for the court to make a favorable decision.

Posted by Samantha | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Absolutely the BEST

We have hired Mr. Happ 3 times. As my husband and I like to say, "we don't have a lawyer, we have a HULK!!!" Mr. Happ has always been absolutely great. He works super hard, and it has always paid off, and won our cases. Their is no other lawyer/hulk we would even consider. It's Happ Law Group all the... way! Mr. Happ has always had our best interest at heart. He is very considerate, understanding, and you can tell he cares.

Posted by Walter | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

A skilled, professional with Integrity.

I highly recommend Christopher Happ, he's a skilled Family Law Professional. I was happy with his services. I was kept informed throughout the process. Chris always had time to take my phone calls or answer my emails. It was a first for me and a first rate experience.

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Christopher Craig Happ's Lawyer Endorsements

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Warren Haviland

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Dicks

Family lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Shemtoub

Child custody lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2013 - Present

Association of Certified Family Law Specialists

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Certified Specialist - Family Law

2007 - Present

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Member

2007 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2007 - Present

San Diego Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

2007

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

J.D.

2003

University of Pittsburgh

M.P.A.

2000

University of Pittsburgh

B.A.

Languages

English

Activity

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