Irvine, CA family law attorney Marc Garelick talks about what makes his firm different than others and the types of cases they handle. He shares that he practices family law litigation, which generally means handling cases in the family law courts that involve divorce, custody, support, paternity, or domestic violence and require some level of litigation. He emphasizes that just because a case requires litigation doesn’t mean it can’t or shouldn’t be resolved. What sets him apart is his ability to thoroughly work up a case, prepare it for court, and position his clients to achieve the best possible settlement under California law and rules.

He typically handles complex family law matters—cases that go beyond a straightforward division of a house and shared parenting. These complexities can arise from business valuations, intricate cash flow or income calculations for support, or situations that are otherwise difficult to settle. Examples include move-away custody disputes or domestic violence matters that require hearings to protect one party or defend the other against allegations.