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I practice exclusively in the Family Law area regularly handling clients issues such as divorce, legal separation, annulment, child custody, child visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, reimbursement for attorneys fees, dissolution of domestic partnership, step parent adoption, termination of parental rights, set aside judgments, and others. I serve the entire San Diego County area including Downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, Chula Vista, El Cajon, La Mesa, Bay Park, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, Point Loma, Clairmont, Tierrasanta, Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo, La Jolla, UTC, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, Oceanside, Vista, Fallbrook, Escondido, San Marcos, San Carlos, Lakeside, Santee, National City, Poway, Scripps Ranch, Del Mar, Rancho Sante Fe, Cardiff, and Valley Center.
I focus on an efficient representation that is geared towards accomplishing my client's goals. I am always available for my clients. My clients know from the start that I am one of the good ones who will do all I can to assure their case is handled fairly, competently, and diligently while keeping in mind what is best for the entire family. While I don't tout myself as an aggressive attorney I will passionately represent my clients as aggressively as is needed in any given situation.
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15 years
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15 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
$ 350-450 per hour
State: California
Acquired: 2009
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9665 Chesapeake Dr., Suite 445, San Diego, CA, 92123
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Posted by Michelle O. | July 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Matthew Mesnick is knowledgeable, professional, and calm under pressure. His strong grasp of family law and trial experience gave me confidence during a very difficult time. Court can be overwhelming, and I tend to get nervous — especially when opposing counsel is aggressive — but Matthew remained st...
Posted by DCL | June 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Positive experience! I have known and worked with Matt for over 10 years and various Family Law issues. His rates are always comparable to others that practice Family Law in the San Diego area. He and his firm have always provided me with great service in every single area of my Family Law case. ...
Posted by Anne | October 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Matthew and his team were very welcoming at the first visit and walked me through the process. He was a recommendation from a friend and I would recommend him to anyone else as well! He is very honest and will prepare you well instead of making false promises. I also felt Matthew was only communicati...
Posted by Ivy | March 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal support provided by Matt Mesnik. From the moment I walked into his office, I was met with patience, professionalism, insight, and compassion. Matt's personable demeanor immediately put me at ease during what was undoubtedly one of the most d...
Posted by Farah Toosi | January 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I learned how to do the Moore Marsden calculation from the Mensnik website and I eventually hired them to reevaluate it to present it to court. They did a very professional detailed job at a reasonable price.
"Matt is a phenomenal attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. Matt and I worked on a case prior to me joining his firm. He knows the law inside and out. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"I worked with Matt for many years and can say he is one of the best family law attorneys in San Diego. He is hard working, trustworthy, and smart."
"I have referred many of my clients over to Matthew. He has treated all of them in a professional and compassionate manner. The feedback i have received from my clients has been overwhelmingly positive. Any time that I have had family law questions, he has taken the time to provide me the answers that I need in a timely manner. I strongly endorse Matthew J. Mesnik"
"Matt and I had a case against each other that was very contentious. As the case progressed, it was clear that Matt was knowledgeable and reasonable to work with. We were able to resolve the case without the need of a lengthy and costly trial for our clients. I hope I get more cases against Matt in the future."
"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!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew Mesnik is an exceptional family law attorney. I have known Mr. Mesnik professionally and personally for several years. He is a consummate professional and very good at what he does. His knowledge of family law and skillful representation in and out of the courtroom make him an asset to the San Diego Family Law community and the clients that he serves. I can say with confidence that I would recommend Mr. Mesnick to any potential client or friend."
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2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2008
Bonnie Redding Scholorship, Bonnie Redding Scholorship
2014 - Present
President, Mesnik Law Group, Inc.
2009 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP
2013 - Present
San Diego Family Law Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2006 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
Sucessful change in custody for wrongly accused parent
2009
Juris Doctorate
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
2014
English
Legal Answers
Child support
01 Feb 2021
Will I be able to get back pay on child support and child care expense?
19 Oct 2020
Income before and after date of separation, income and expenses disclosure, what will judge use in divorce?
20 Oct 2020