Minyard Morris

Minyard Morris represents the pinnacle of family law excellence in Orange County, having served as a premier divorce and family law firm for nearly half a century. Founded in 1977, the firm has grown to encompass 20 dedicated family law attorneys bringing 350 combined years of experience to their representation of Orange County families and individuals. This extraordinary concentration of family law expertise—20 specialized attorneys in a single firm—creates unparalleled capacity for sophisticated case handling and collaborative problem-solving. The firm's recognition in Best Lawyers in America for 2024, with 19 of their 20 attorneys listed, demonstrates exceptional professional standing and peer acknowledgment of their expertise and reputation. This near-universal recognition among their attorney base reflects the firm's extraordinary commitment to excellence and continuous professional development. Mark E. Minyard founded the firm with a vision of delivering excellence at every stage of divorce representation, and his legacy continues through the current firm structure. The firm's distinctive practice feature—three weekly collaborative meetings among attorneys (Monday at 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday at noon)—creates a unique approach to case handling. These regular meetings allow attorneys to discuss pending cases, share strategic insights, and benefit from collective wisdom of 20 experienced practitioners. This collaborative structure ensures that every case benefits from multiple perspectives and collective expertise. The firm's experience spans the complete spectrum of family law matters, from straightforward divorces to extraordinarily complex, high-profile cases. They have handled divorces involving significant wealth, complex business structures, and substantial assets requiring sophisticated financial analysis and strategic negotiation. Simultaneously, they serve conventional families navigating ordinary divorce circumstances, bringing the same professional commitment and strategic thinking to each matter. For families involving business owners, Minyard Morris brings particular expertise in business valuation, business interest division, and the unique custody and support considerations arising when one or both parties own significant business interests. Their domestic violence experience demonstrates commitment to safety and protection in cases where family relationships have turned abusive. For Orange County families and individuals—particularly those with high net-worth circumstances, business interests, or cases requiring comprehensive strategic attention—Minyard Morris offers unparalleled access to 20 specialized family law attorneys with 350+ combined years of experience and proven track records of excellence.