Christine Marie Harney
About Christine
Biography
Christine Harney has extensive experience in dissolution of marriage proceedings, including: negotiating and litigating the division of multi-million dollar estates; representing business-owners or their spouses in litigation involving complex forensic accounting and business valuation issues; litigating child-related issues; and empathetically counseling clients through emotionally charged parenting disputes.
Christine has received numerous accolades during her time practicing family law, including selection as one of “Forty under 40” by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin at the age of 32, selection to the Illinois Rising Stars list by “Super Lawyers” in 2017, and selection as an “Emerging Lawyer” by Illinois Leading Lawyers from 2015-2016.
Christine has served as a member of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers’ Section Executive Council and co-chair of the Family Law Committee of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyer’s Section. Additionally, she has guest lectured on child support, maintenance, and temporary relief at Loyola University Chicago School of Law.
During law school, Christine interned at the Loyola Community Law Center Clinic where she served the indigent community in family law proceedings and acted as a Guardian Ad Litem with a. Christine also participated in Moot Court as a member of the Chicago Bar Association team. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Law with a Certificate in Trial Advocacy.
Awards
Avvo Clients’ Choice Award, 2022
Selection as one of “Forty under 40” by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, 2016
Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2017
Illinois Leading Lawyer “Emerging Lawyer”, 2015-2017
Education
J.D., Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 2008
B.A., Loyola University Chicago, 2005 (Cum Laude)
Bar Admissions Degree
Illinois, 2008
California, 2021
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 4 years
State: California
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Moradi Neufer LLP - Newport Beach
620 Newport Center Dr., Suite 1100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Moradi Neufer LLP - Irvine
19200 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400, Irvine, CA, 92612
Moradi Neufer LLP - Los Angeles
2121 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90067
Moradi Neufer LLP - San Francisco
50 California Street, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA, 94111
Moradi Neufer LLP - San Mateo
1350 Old Bayshore Hwy, Suite 520, Burlingame, CA, 94010
Moradi Neufer LLP - Oakland
1300 Clay Street, Suite 600, Oakland, CA, 94612
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Christine Marie Harney's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
11 Client Reviews
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Posted by Amanda | April 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Exactly what I needed.
Christine was the associate I worked with when I reached out for legal needs over a schooling dispute with my ex, post COVID shutdowns. My previous attorney, Steve Wittenberg was mid trial on another case and due to the time sensitive nature of my issue, Christine stepped in. She was exactly what we...
Christine Marie Harney's Lawyer Endorsements
"Christine is a super star family law attorney. She is an excellent high stakes litigator who brings litigation expertise to her settlement-focused family law practice. It's rare to find a litigator who is as intelligent as Christine intellectually and emotionally. She is warm and caring, but also a strong and zealous advocate in the court room. I have no hesitation sending clients in need of representation in divorce or premarital agreement matters to Christine because I know they are in trustworthy and capable hands."
"In full disclosure, I'm Christine's husband, but that also gives me a unique perspective and insight into her legal prowess and devotion to her clients. Christine is a dedicated advocate for her clients and strives to advance their interests in litigation while also lending a caring and understanding ear to the inevitable struggles that accompany a divorce. I've watched her in court push and push judges to change their mind and succeed. As an attorney myself, I remain continuously impressed by her legal talent and compassion and commitment to her clients."
"I endorse Christine. She and I have worked against each other on cases over the years. She is a zealous advocate for her clients, while always maintaining professionalism."
"Christine is incredibly knowledgeable in family law and provides compassionate representation. I highly recommend her and endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
Litigation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers
2017
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
Forty under 40, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2016
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2015
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Of Counsel, Moradi Neufer LLP
2022 - 2023
Attorney, Irwin & Irwin
2021 - 2022
Partner (and former of Counsel), Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger, LLP (prior name changes omitted)
2016 - 2017
Partner, Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger, LLP (former name changes omitted)
2008 - 2016
Associate, Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger, LLP (former name changes omitted)
Associations
2021 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
Executive Council
Past Co-Chair of the Family Law Committee
Education
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
How attorney-assisted mediation can be a tool in getting high-conflict cases to the finish line including correcting power imbalance, resolving areas of mistrust, and providing legal information.
Languages
English