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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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16 years
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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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46 Client Reviews
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Posted by Bernadette | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The help you need
I am a single Mother of three and needed help going through my divorce. It has been a very stressful situation for several years and I finally reached out for help. I live in San Diego and researched Family Law Attorneys and was impressed with the positive reviews about Matthew Mesnik. I emailed ...
Posted by Jesse | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyers
These guys really know the laws well and are willing to put in the extra effort to make the law work for you when it's needed most.
Posted by David | November 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child Custody
We hired Matt for a child custody case which we won. During the process Matt was very professional, and always followed up with us during the case. Matt is honest when giving legal advice. He will not sell you any snake oil during this process. He gives his expert advice on the legal matters, so you ...
Posted by Jason | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Family Law Attorney
Outstanding attorney -- very knowledgeable, patient, and cool under fire. I had a very complex divorce case that almost went to trial. After going through several other attorneys, I was referred to Matt. He brought me through the difficult process and got me a fair deal out of a terrible mess. Exc...
Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2015 | Family
Great AGGRESSIVE attorney!
I was back and forth from Las Vegas, Nevada to San Diego County for Family Court back in 2013 caught up in a "jurisdiction" issue and was informed that I need to hire an attorney in the area. After meeting with Mr. Mesnik I felt confident in his abilities to represent me in my case and retained him i...
"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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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