Law Offices of Christian E. Markey III - Los Angeles, CA

At the Law Offices of Christian E. Markey III in Los Angeles, California, we represent clients through every stage of family law matters across Southern California, from pretrial proceedings and discovery through trial and post-judgment hearings.

Our approach combines efficiency with dedicated advocacy, helping clients navigate complex and contested disputes so they can achieve their goals and move forward with confidence. We assist clients with a comprehensive range of family law matters, including:

• Dissolution of marriage/divorce
• Legal separation
• Paternity
• Child custody and visitation
• Child support
• Spousal support
• Move-away matters
• Premarital and prenuptial agreements, including cohabitation agreements
• Post-marital and marital property agreements
• Contested asset and property valuations
• Domestic partnerships
• Domestic violence restraining orders
• Alternative dispute resolution
• Mediation
• Arbitration
• Collaborative divorce

With 41 years of experience as a trial lawyer, Christian Markey founded our firm in 1999 to deliver an exceptional standard of client service and satisfaction. He began his career in business litigation before turning his focus exclusively to family law in 2006. He holds an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, a distinction reflecting his peers' recognition of his professional excellence and ethical standards. He has maintained this rating for more than 34 years.

We understand that the family law system can feel intimidating and overwhelming. That is why we are here to guide you toward clear answers and practical, effective solutions, whether your needs involve divorce, child support, custody, or related concerns. Together, we will build a strategy grounded in our legal knowledge and your understanding of the circumstances, working toward outcomes that let you and your children move forward. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.