$ 750-750 per hour
Marc Harris Garelick
About Marc
Biography
Marc H. Garelick is the founder and managing partner at Garelick Family Law, PC, a matrimonial law firm located in Irvine, Calif. He is an expert in matters pertaining to high conflict and contentious divorce, custody, child and spousal support, paternity and domestic violence proceedings in family law matters. Mr. Garelick brings 17 years of experience in family law to serving the needs of his clients. He works with high asset/high income individuals in complex, sophisticated and contested family law litigations matters.
Mr. Garelick is an active member of the California State Bar Association and the Family Law Section, as well as the Orange County Bar Association and Orange County Jewish Bar Association. He is also an active participant in the Jewish Community, working with several boards over the hearings including The Jewish Federation and Family Services, JNF, Hillel of Orange County and Solomon Society. He also sits on the board for the Gaucher Community Alliance. His charitable activities also include starting a Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to help low-income individuals with tax preparation in Law School.
After receiving his Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Classical Civilizations from the University of California, Irvine, Mr. Garelick received his J.D. from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles, while working full-time at a wills and trusts firm in Studio City, Calif.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Garelick Family Law, PC
3161 Michelson Drive, 1160, Irvine, CA, 92612
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Marc Harris Garelick's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Incredible attorney
Difficult divorce but Marc prevailed my case we got 50/50 custody after a long court battle
Posted by Walter | June 25, 2015
I have had the privilege of working with Mr. Garelick as opposing counsel....
I have had the pleasure and privilege of working with Mr. Garelick as an opposing counsel in one of my cases. He is an honest, dedicated, hard working, prepared and talented attorney.
Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2012
Excellent attorney
I was recently went through a difficult and trying custody dispute with my ex. Marc did an excellent job representing me and helped me obtain an outcome that was in my children's best interest. I cannot thank him enough. I would recommend him to anyone who is in a similiar situation.
Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2012
Excellent representation
Marc represented me in my divorce. He was professional and always available for me. He kept me informed of my rights and helped settle my case on terms that were fair and reasonable to me. I highly recommend him.
Marc Harris Garelick's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the opportunity to get to know Marc through mutual involvement in ProVisors, over several years. Marc personifies excellence in all that he says and does. His knowledge of the law and commitment to his clients' best interest are unparalleled. I am honored to call him a friend, and I would recommend him without question to anyone in need of zealous family law representation."
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"I fully endorse this lawyer. Having worked with Marc enabled me to witness his skills and abilities first hand. Marc is a strong advocate for his clients whether in court or in the process of working to settle a case. Through the use of his intelligence and compassion he is able to obtain favorable results for his clients where others would fail."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marc has the combination of skills that makes him an exceptional family lawyer. He combines his excellent listening skills to understand his client's perspective with his ability to effectively move a case forward. Whether this is through settlement or litigation, Marc has the skills necessary to reach a successful outcome for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Southern California Rising Stars, Southern California Super Lawyers
2017
Southern California Rising Stars, Southern California Super Lawyers
2016
Southern California Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2015
Southern California Rising Stars, Southern California Super Lawyers
2015
Top 25 Orange County Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Southern California Rising Stars, Southern California Super Lawyers
2007
Dorothy Balisok Elder Advocacy Scholarship, Southwestern Law School
2007
Silver Key, American Bar Association
2007
Student Bar Association New Club Leader Award, Southwestern Law School
2006
VITA - Membership Start-up Award, IRS
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Managing Partner, Garelick Family Law, PC
2018 - 2025
Partner, Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, LLP
2014 - 2017
Managing Associate Attorney, Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, LLP
2012 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Dishon & Block
2011 - 2012
Senior Attorney, Hughes & Hughes
2008 - 2011
Attorney, Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, LLP
2002 - 2008
Law Clerk, Burgh, Balian and Bergstein
Associations
2017 - Present
Jewish Federation and Family ServicesBoard of Directors - Engagement Chair
2013 - Present
The Elite OCMember
2013 - Present
FLEXCOMM - OCAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Jewish Federation - Solomon Society
2009 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section
2008 - Present
American Bar Association
2002 - Present
Phi Kappa Psi - Cal Kappa Alumni
2013 - 2016
Jewish Federation - NextGenVice Chair
2013 - 2014
Anti-Defamation League - Glass Leadership InstituteMember
2006 - 2007
American Bar Association, Law Student DivisionLt. Governor
2006 - 2008
VITA - Southwestern Law SchoolDirector
Education
2008
Southwestern University, School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of California, Irvine
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Basics and Beyond of Living Trusts
Family Law and Estate Planning Crossover issues
Publications
2013
Los Angeles Daily Journal
Beware of the Pitfalls of Estate Planning during a Divorce
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Are you allowed to white out documents you severe someone with? My ex filed to modify my visitation with my child.
26 Dec 2012
Q&A
I'm trying to fill out form FL-141 as my preliminary and final and don't know what to put in boxes 2 and 3.
11 Dec 2012