team-member

David Ryan Monarch

Irvine, CA

Licensed for 15 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

David Monarch was admitted to the California State Bar in 2006. Shortly after, he joined the team of Castle & Monarch Family Law. David was deemed Certified Family Law Specialist by the California Board of Legal Specialization in 2012. David is a member of the Orange County Chapter of the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists.In 2021, David began his own law practice, Monarch Family Law.   David specializes in all aspects of family law including divorce, property division, business evaluation, paternity matters, child support, spousal support, contempts, domestic violence, child custody, visitation, and modification of support and custody/visitation orders. Clients range from common divorce with modest estates to many of the county's elite, including professional athletes, celebrities, and those with multimillion dollar estates.David received an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating possible and which rating is based upon an extensive survey of attorneys in the field, but more importantly a survey of the actual Judges who make the decisions and observe the trial skills of the attorneys first hand. David was listed as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers every years since 2014 and was recognized as a Top Young Lawyer for 2014 by Los Angeles Magazine and Orange Coast Magazine. No more than 2.5 percent are named to Rising Stars.  On AVVO, David is rated Superb (10 out of 10) and was awarded Client's Choice Award for 2012, 2014 and 2020.You can contact David at 949-852-4431

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Monarch Family LawOne Park Plaza, Suite 600Irvine, CA, 92614

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Keith
March 21, 2022

Mr. David Monarch did an excellent job being my legal advocate/attorney during a very difficult divorce process. He is an exceptional lawyer, who is very experienced navigating the family law system. Mr. Monarch comes from a strong linage of strong, competent, and experienced attorneys. His reputation and work ethic is widely known in the industry. He is incredibly professional during tumultuous legal communications and/or hearings. Trust me, nothing rattles him and he will be your best advocate while following the law. I would recommend Mr. Monarch to all my family and friends.

Chad
April 1, 2021

David was able to get me the best possible outcomes in my divorce actions. He repeatedly was able to assist me in gaining more time in seeing my children and lowering unfair support burdens.

PG
January 26, 2021

David is great. He's truly an expert in family law. he is full of great ideas.

Kristina
January 15, 2021

I came to David after my first attorney was constantly failing me and David was a breath of fresh air. David is wonderful at managing and navigating through the high emotions of a divorce. He is strategic and always available to discuss the pros and cons in all situations. Divorce is an awful business and mine was a high conflict case and David was a wonderful support and I always felt that he was on my team and had my best interest in mind.

Patrick
January 14, 2021

David was an amazing and easy to work with attorney! He handled my divorce case like he cared about the outcome. I had a high conflict case, and David was there for me whenever I needed, responding to me sometimes on weekends or during other non-business hours. He tried to settle the case to stop the costly financial impact on both ends, but when the other side was not reasonable, he was there to represent, and fight for me in Court. I would highly recommend David Monarch for any person in need of a family law attorney!

Faith
December 9, 2020

David was amazing during my divorce. He is a bulldog in the court room but very kind and empathetic regarding our needs and my child and his best interests. In my divorce there was a substance abuse problem and he knew exactly how to handle it so that me and my son were safe and my x got the help he needed. He is extremely knowledgeable, was always available to discuss any issues. I would highly recommend him and am grateful that we found his law firm and hired them.

Corey
December 7, 2020

David is hands down the best lawyer I have come into contact with. He not only solved 2 years worth of drama that another lawyer had created, but got me exactly what I wanted. Without David I would’ve continued to be a victim and screwed over by the court system. David is extremely smart, gets stuff done, and very responsive with his clients. I can’t thank him enough for all of his hard work.

Gary
September 25, 2020

David, Was very responsive to my questions. He proposed solutions and was very thorough. He was also very upfront with opposing counsel and pushed hard for resolution. I respected his advice and approach.

Chad
August 14, 2020

David Monarch was an awesome asset to my case. I have been going through a divorce for 6 years with my previous attorney (who was also excellent but retired). David worked on the tail end but was able to get all of my ex's complaints dismissed. The latter part was during COVID, and was able to seal the deal through telephonic court. I can now breath easier and sleep better knowing the case is finally over.

anonymous
January 6, 2018

David came highly recommend by friend and after my first meeting I had a complete peace and I knew there was something different about him. He was genuinely concerned and sensitive to my situation. Having a newborn and going through a divorce was very challenging and I can honestly say he helped ease the burden. Not only was the outcome more than I could ever ask for, he also didn’t rob me financially! If you want someone that is real and is genuinely looking out for you and your child’s best interest I highly recommend David Monarch!

Keith
March 21, 2022

Mr. David Monarch did an excellent job being my legal advocate/attorney during a very difficult divorce process. He is an exceptional lawyer, who is very experienced navigating the family law system. Mr. Monarch comes from a strong linage of strong, competent, and experienced attorneys. His reputation and work ethic is widely known in the industry. He is incredibly professional during tumultuous legal communications and/or hearings. Trust me, nothing rattles him and he will be your best advocate while following the law. I would recommend Mr. Monarch to all my family and friends.

Chad
April 1, 2021

David was able to get me the best possible outcomes in my divorce actions. He repeatedly was able to assist me in gaining more time in seeing my children and lowering unfair support burdens.

PG
January 26, 2021

David is great. He's truly an expert in family law. he is full of great ideas.

Kristina
January 15, 2021

I came to David after my first attorney was constantly failing me and David was a breath of fresh air. David is wonderful at managing and navigating through the high emotions of a divorce. He is strategic and always available to discuss the pros and cons in all situations. Divorce is an awful business and mine was a high conflict case and David was a wonderful support and I always felt that he was on my team and had my best interest in mind.

Patrick
January 14, 2021

David was an amazing and easy to work with attorney! He handled my divorce case like he cared about the outcome. I had a high conflict case, and David was there for me whenever I needed, responding to me sometimes on weekends or during other non-business hours. He tried to settle the case to stop the costly financial impact on both ends, but when the other side was not reasonable, he was there to represent, and fight for me in Court. I would highly recommend David Monarch for any person in need of a family law attorney!

Faith
December 9, 2020

David was amazing during my divorce. He is a bulldog in the court room but very kind and empathetic regarding our needs and my child and his best interests. In my divorce there was a substance abuse problem and he knew exactly how to handle it so that me and my son were safe and my x got the help he needed. He is extremely knowledgeable, was always available to discuss any issues. I would highly recommend him and am grateful that we found his law firm and hired them.

Corey
December 7, 2020

David is hands down the best lawyer I have come into contact with. He not only solved 2 years worth of drama that another lawyer had created, but got me exactly what I wanted. Without David I would’ve continued to be a victim and screwed over by the court system. David is extremely smart, gets stuff done, and very responsive with his clients. I can’t thank him enough for all of his hard work.

Gary
September 25, 2020

David, Was very responsive to my questions. He proposed solutions and was very thorough. He was also very upfront with opposing counsel and pushed hard for resolution. I respected his advice and approach.

Chad
August 14, 2020

David Monarch was an awesome asset to my case. I have been going through a divorce for 6 years with my previous attorney (who was also excellent but retired). David worked on the tail end but was able to get all of my ex's complaints dismissed. The latter part was during COVID, and was able to seal the deal through telephonic court. I can now breath easier and sleep better knowing the case is finally over.

anonymous
January 6, 2018

David came highly recommend by friend and after my first meeting I had a complete peace and I knew there was something different about him. He was genuinely concerned and sensitive to my situation. Having a newborn and going through a divorce was very challenging and I can honestly say he helped ease the burden. Not only was the outcome more than I could ever ask for, he also didn’t rob me financially! If you want someone that is real and is genuinely looking out for you and your child’s best interest I highly recommend David Monarch!