Marco Antonio Torres

With over two decades of legal experience, Spanish-speaking attorney Marco A. Torres has been representing clients across San Diego County since 2001. A dedicated advocate, he understands the complexities and sensitivities of family law matters and is committed to guiding his clients through difficult legal challenges with compassion and respect.

Marco is a dedicated family law attorney known for his compassionate and strategic approach to guiding clients through some of life’s most challenging legal matters. Marco represents clients in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, moveaways, and domestic violence cases. He is particularly committed to advocating for individuals facing domestic violence, providing them with the legal protection and support they need to move forward safely.

With a strong background in finance from his experience at major financial corporations, he brings invaluable insight into complex financial issues that often arise in family law cases, including asset division, child and spousal support. Whether negotiating settlements or litigating in court, Marco approaches every case with sensitivity, determination, and a client-focused strategy, ensuring his clients feel heard, empowered, and secure as they work toward a stable future. He is licensed to practice throughout California, including the U.S. District Court and Bankruptcy Court in the Central, Northern, and Southern Districts of California.

Marco earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the University of California. He went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. His career spans roles at major multinational corporations, including PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and North American Exchange Company, a division of Lennar Homes.

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California

Since 2001

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The Law Office of Marco A. Torres

Current

University of California College of the Law, San Francisco

J.D. (1999)

1996 - 1999

University of California - Santa Cruz

B.A. (1996) | Philosophy

1994 - 1996

San Diego's Top Attorneys

San Diego Metro Magazine - SD Metro

2011

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

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California Lawyer's Association

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San Diego County Bar Association

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California State Bar  # 214805

Member

2001 - Current

Q. I signed a lease for six months and want to get out in three. How do I go about that?

June 10, 2020

A: Depends on your lease and whether it has an early exit clause and/or a defect that the lease would be rendered invalid. We don’t have enough information to give more specific information- but if neither of the above exists then your best bet may be to negotiate an early exist payment.

Q. I pay child support to my ex for our daughter, she has sole physical and legal custody of her. Today the judge approved

June 3, 2020

A: In order to stop the child support garnishment you need to file for modification of child support and it will only be modified after a court order. Any modification entered after the filing of the request for modification will be retroactive to the date of filing and you will be entitled to a credit and/or reimbursement for over-payment.

Q. how may I lift a DVRO that requires me to move out of my home while the title is being contested in quiet tile case?

June 1, 2020

A: There is insufficient information to determine where you are in the DVRO process - is it a temporary restraining order pending a hearing or has a hearing been held and a restraining order after hearing been entered. If the DVRO is currently temporary then you will need to successfully defend the DVRO at the scheduled hearing, or a subsequent evidentiary hearing if you determine 20 minutes to defend against the temporary.