Atty. Christine Desantis
Christine Desantis is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, domestic violence. Christine received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburgh in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years.
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Christine Desantis is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and State University of New York at Plattsburgh (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Christine Desantis is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, domestic violence
- Christine received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburgh in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Christine practices at Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP in San Diego, CA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Why local counsel matters in California
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Diego are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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