Philip J. Monahan - Los Angeles, CA
Attorney at Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, LLP
Family Law Lawyers in Los Angeles, CA
10100 Santa Monica Blvd. Suite 1425 Los Angeles, CA 90067 - 4149
Los Angeles Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
Attorney Information
Overview
Philip J. Monahan is a seasoned family law attorney and partner at Meyer, Olson, Lowy & Meyers, where he has practiced since 2010. With experience in family law dating back to 2004, Monahan expertly navigates high-conflict custody disputes and complex divorces, representing clients with diligence and deep legal insight.
Monahan recently achieved a published appellate victory in January 2025’s In re Marriage of Goldman, establishing that the equitable defense of laches applies in family law cases—a decision that has shaped the landscape for marital settlement disputes in California.
His achievements have earned him repeated recognition. He was selected for Lawdragon 500 Best Family Lawyers 2026 and Best Lawyers in America 2023 through 2025, highlighting his excellence and distinction in family and divorce law. He also received the Lawyers of Distinction award for excellence in family and divorce law in 2023.
Monahan holds a B.A. from UCLA and a J.D. from USC, and is an active presence in the Los Angeles and Beverly Hills Bar Associations. His leadership and advocacy continue to elevate standards in family law and client outcomes.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyer: 2026
- Best Lawyers in America®, Best Lawyers: 2023 - 2026
- 2025 Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s by the Los Angeles Business Journal
- Lawyers of Distinction- Excellence in Family and Divorce Law 2023
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Southern California Gould School of Law,
Los Angeles,
California, 2004
J.D.
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University of Southern California Gould School of Law,
Los Angeles,
California, 2004
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Non Legal Education
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University of California,
Los Angeles,
California, 2001
B.A.
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University of California,
Los Angeles,
California, 2001
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Bar Admissions
- California, 2006
Other Affiliations
- Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Los Angeles County Bar Association
- LACBA Barristers, 2011 - 2013 (Member of the Executive Committee)
- LACBA Executive Committee, 2012 - 2013 (Member)
Contact
10100 Santa Monica Blvd.
Suite 1425
Los Angeles, CA 90067 - 4149
Phone: 310-750-9510
Fax: (310) 277-4847
Email: Send a message
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