Brian C. Harty

Brian C. Harty

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

140 Newport Center Drive, Suite 255, Newport Beach, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Harty Family Law, a Professional Corporation

140 Newport Center Drive, Suite 255, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Brian C. Harty's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Liz | February 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Brian is a highly respected, extremely detailed and wonderful divorce attorney!

Brian did a phenomenal job in representing my divorce case. He truly worked very hard for me and did an "Outstanding Job" in representing me. I truly appreciated his wonderful skills. Brian is a wonderful attorney who is a very hard worker, possesses wonderful negotiating skills, very detailed-orie...nted, and very well respected by his associates and other attorneys. His hard work and tenacity truly sets him apart from his peers. Brian demonstrated to me that I was a very important client to him; and he truly felt the anxiety of what I was going thru with my complicated divorce case and was very compelled to do an "Outstanding Job" for me. Brian was very efficient and extremely organized throughout the process and always kept me updated with any news regarding my case. I would highly recommend Brian to everyone I know that could use his services. He is a very ethical attorney who truly places his clients "First" and will do everything he can to deliver Outstanding Results for them. I truly rate Brian as an Excellent Attorney!

Posted by David | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Client

He was incredibly helpful through the entire process of my divorce. He was always available and delivered on every aspect of my divorce. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Ted | December 30, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

made my troubled life easy

In the hardest time of my life Brian stepped in and helped me through all of my struggles! He was extremely professional and would work all hours to ensure every detail of my divorce was properly in place. At times I was a horrible client but it never seemed to slow down his determination and drive t...o make sure I was given the most time possible with my amazing son. He us truly a genuinely good person with his clients best interests always his number one priority.

Posted by Cynthia | October 30, 2014 | Family

Exceeded my Expectations!

I worked with Brian in 2012. Brian not only handled my case with the utmost professionalism, but also with comforting confidence which helped to put my fears to rest. After having lost a support modification filed by my ex in 2006, (with another attorney), I was hesitant to fight when my ex filed ...for yet another support modification in 2012. Brian gave me the courage and strength I needed to push forward and the end result of my case was victorious! Not only did we walk away from court with the support modification ruled in my favor that day, Brian's expert judgment and knowledge of the law helped the judge to see the facts, in addition to my ex's dishonesty and deceitfulness. Brian took a personal interest in my case and his kindness and support during the entire process will never be forgotten. I would not hesitate to recommend Brian and his team, (and I have already to many), for anybody looking for a high quality lawyer and law firm.

Posted by Erin | October 22, 2014 | Family

High Conflict Divorce Expert

Brian is, with out a doubt, one of the most skilled family law attorneys in Orange County. He helped me and my family through a very long and complicated dissolution with children. Without any exaggeration, he saved me a my little ones from what could have been a horrible and painful outcome. To the ...contrary, his track record for results within my case was perfect. Brian was always on point and I never felt worried or concerned about outcome. You can never tell what exactly will happen once you get in front of a judge, but I always took comfort in knowing we were ultra prepared and I was being represented by one of the best. I know that not all family law cases are high conflict/multi layered, but if Brian can do so well within a challenging case, then then rest would certainly be a walk in the park for him. As a person Brian is warm, intuitive and passionate. You can tell he takes extreme pride in the work that he does and in his ability to take care of his clients. Im sure that this review comes off as over emphatic but Brian saved me and my little ones from years of struggle and maybe worse. It really meant the world to me on the day I received custody of my children. If you are a parent in a high conflict case Brian is absolutely the attorney you should have by your side. I would recommend Brian to anyone needing solid representation in a family law scenario.

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Brian C. Harty's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joan Loos

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leea Summerville

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a caring and compassionate lawyer who is a fierce advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathleen Paone

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacy Campuzano

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent attorney. He is a skilled litigator and adversary, while always remaining a consummate professional."

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Jeffrey Wittenberg

Family lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a very intelligent and diligent attorney. I would recommend him to anyone seeking family law counsel."

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Natalie Fitzgerald

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Morris

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I found Brian to be very ethical, caring and hard working"

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Susan Lindenberg

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgable and passionate in advocating on his client's behalf."

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Matthew Moses

Family lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent and caring attorney with a superb record in court."

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Divorce and separation lawyer

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Family lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Certified Family Law Specialist, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Associate, Minyard Morris, LLP

2009 - 2011

Associate, Phillips, Whisnant, Gazin, Gorczyca & Curtin LLP

2006 - 2009

Associate, Cox Castle & Nicholson, LLP

2002 - 2006

Associate, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Robert A. Banyard American Inn of Court

Member

2011 - Present

Society of Fellows Orange County Bar Foundation

Fellow

2011 - Present

Celtic Bar Association of Orange County

Member

2010 - Present

Notre Dame Club of Orange County

Member

2009 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2002

University of California Berkeley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Univ of Notre Dame

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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