Tifany Elizabeth Markee

Tifany Elizabeth Markee

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 24 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Adoption

16868 Via Del Campo Court, Suite 100, San Diego, CA

About Tifany

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 70%

Full-service Immigration Law firm focusing on family, employment, naturalization/ citizenship, removal defense, and a full range of nonimmigrant options

27 years

70%
Adoption 30%

Adoption and family law services related to the needs of internationally born children. This includes independent adoption, SIJ (special immigrant juvenile) determinations, re-adoption, step-parent adoption, adult adoption, and guardianship.

19 years

30%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer


Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 1 year

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2025

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Foster+Bloom Family Formation Law Group

16868 Via Del Campo Court, Suite 100, San Diego, CA, 92127

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Tifany Elizabeth Markee's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

97 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (97) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 5 of 21 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Kevin | September 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Mexico Surrogacy

Preparation ahead of time is paramount to you coming home timely and safely. Tifany helped us to gather the right information, uploaded correctly and then replicated. She was informative and was our voice back home. She prepared all the right agency and had them ready for us to when we ready to ...contact them. Remember once you are in a foreign country it is very difficult to get docs as needed. Tifany prepared us well and allowed us to feel confident. I cannot say enough about her. I would definitely recommend her services for surrogacy law 100%. Thank you

Posted by Caterina | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A guiding supported

Tifany has simply been the most helpful, professional and caring source of support through my immigration journey in the US. She supported me while finding meaning to my experiences and goals, providing the guidance I needed to accomplish each legal steps effectively and as smoothly as possible. She ...balances being professional and personable outstandingly, always being present for responding to any concerns timely. I could not be more grateful for her helping me with my case! I strongly recommend her!

Posted by Kay | April 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exemplary Lawyer for individuals & businesses navigating intricate legal challenges in US immigration cases

Tifany Markee, along with her proficient team at her esteemed law firm, has been instrumental in overseeing our intricate US immigration cases since 2014. Their exceptional competence and unwavering commitment resulted in a favorable outcome, culminating in my Greencard and naturalization as a US Cit...izen. Throughout the entirety of our engagement, Attorney Markee exemplified notable strengths, particularly in communication. She and her team maintained clear and transparent lines of communication, ensuring that I remained consistently informed and updated regarding the progress of our cases. Their unparalleled expertise is evidenced by their adept handling of complex legal matters with precision and efficiency. Attorney Markee’s straightforward approach instilled confidence, as she addressed issues promptly and effectively, leaving no room for ambiguity or uncertainty. What truly distinguishes Attorney Markee and her team is their resolute dedication. They diligently worked on my case, going above and beyond to achieve a favorable resolution. Their personalized approach fostered a sense of value and support throughout the legal proceedings. Moreover, Attorney Markee possesses a discerning ability to provide realistic expectations. She meticulously assessed the intricacies of my case, offering candid and practical insights that were invaluable in managing expectations and strategic planning. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Markee and her esteemed law firm. Their professionalism, expertise, and unwavering dedication make them an exemplary choice for individuals and businesses navigating intricate legal challenges, particularly in the realm of US immigration law.

Posted by Joseph | March 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Adoption/Green Card

We received an RFE back in 2022 spring from the immigration office and were told that our family based I-130 case did not go through a proper adoption process because our previous attorney wasn't aware of international adoption law. Thankfully, we found Tifany in the midst of confusion and uncertaint...y. She provided us with excellent service and gave us sense of hope through out the long and tough process that we thought it was almost impossible to overcome. She helped us to reopen the court cases and went through the proper adoption process, eventually getting the approval from the court because of her expertise and wellness to fight for my case that was initially rejected by the judge. She spent the entire summer and fall of 2022 helping us with this matter and timely and properly filed important documents to respond to the RFE. While waiting for the immigration to approve our case, which took about a year, Tifany was very proactive and constantly update us on the status of the case in this lengthy waiting time. Even if there was no major updates, she would still respond to our emails in a very timely matter. Her empathy towards me and my family was never unnoticed and we truly felt that she cared about our well being and constantly gave us hope and comfort. She never hesitated to answer any questions and always offered to help me with different matters. Her and her office staffs were extremely professional and communicative. Finally, I received my green card in Feb 2024. We would not have gotten to where we are at right now without her help and expertise and this long process did not feel as tiring or tough because of her professionalism. We can't thank her enough for all the work that she has done for us. Without a doubt I would recommend her for anyone that has the same situation as me and I know the fact that she will treat her clients with her best ability and care

Posted by Shina | March 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Adoption/immigration case

Tifany has been amazing throughout every step of our challenging adoption/immigration case. She gave us the confidence that we were in good hands and kept us apprised from start to end. She is an expert in her field and has a great heart for her clients. Thank you for everything Tifany, our family... appreciates you! Highly recommended.

See All Client Reviews

Tifany Elizabeth Markee's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Tifany
Susan Villasenor Perez headshot
Susan Perez

Adoption lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I am a fellow immigration attorney. I needed some help with respect to inter country adoption, an area in which Tifany is recognized as an expert. I reached out to her and she promptly answered my email and called me to give me some guidance. Thanks again. You're the best."

Ralph Mansyn Tsong headshot
Ralph Tsong

Adoption lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tifany is an authority in international adoption."

Nora Elizabeth Milner headshot
Nora Milner

Immigration lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Tifany is an exceptional professional within the legal community, with deep knowledge and skill in the fields of Immigration and International Adoption law. Our office is very lucky to have her on board, and we know that her clients are equally happy to have access to her caring and dedicated attention to their cases."

Kristen Joy Przeklasa headshot
Kristen Przeklasa

Immigration lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christian Peter Fonss headshot
Christian Fonss

Immigration lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Tifany Markee. We have utilized her expertise in immigration law to assist a number of our clients. Tifany is responsive and knowledgeable and has helped our clients through some contentious matters."

Marci Ancel headshot
Marci Ancel

Immigration lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tifany is an excellent Immigration Attorney. She is very knowledgeable and professional. We have worked together on a couple matters and I have the utmost confidence in her ability."

Lori Danielle Bolander-Cook headshot
Lori Bolander-Cook

Adoption lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tifany is my go-to on any international or immigration-related adoption issues. We have given talks about adoption together and worked on matters. She is extremely professional and knows her area of the law."

Peter Jerome Mueller headshot
Peter Mueller

Immigration lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Markee is a fine advocate and well qualified to practice law in her field of specialty, Immigration Law. Like her partner, her mother Nora Milner, and her law firm, Milner and Markee, she is first class. She is experienced and faithful to her cause. I heartily endorse Tifany Markee."

View All Endorsements
Nora Elizabeth Milner headshot
Nora Milner

Immigration lawyer

Lori Danielle Bolander-Cook headshot
Lori Bolander-Cook

Guardianship lawyer

Ted Richard Youmans headshot
Ted Youmans

Adoption lawyer

Marci Ancel headshot
Marci Ancel

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Certified Specialist - Immigration & Nationality Law, State Bar of California

2011

Certified Specialist - Immigration & Nationality Law, State Bar of California

N/A

American Jurisprudence,

N/A

Academic Achievement Awards,

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Founder/ Managing Attorney, Markee Law PC

2002 - 2025

Partner, Milner & Markee LLP

Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2001

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of California at San Diego

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

AILA National Conference

International Adoption

Publications

2000

California Western International Law Journal Russian Mail-Order Bride Industry

2000

California Western International Law Journal Violence Against Women Act

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution