Christopher M. Engels

Practice Areas: Family Law, Business & Corporate, Construction Litigation

Christopher M. Engels, an attorney affiliated with the Engels-Janzen law firm situated in Costa Mesa, California, possesses over six years of legal expertise. His areas of specialization encompass family law, business law, civil litigation, construction law, and contract review.

Graduating with distinction on the dean’s list, Mr. Engels holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration with a concentration in operations management and a minor in economics from Washington State University. His Juris Doctor degree was earned at the Northwestern California University School of Law, driven by a commitment to champion those grappling with the emotional strain associated with family law matters.

Drawing from his own childhood experiences, Mr. Engels empathizes with the hardships endured by victims of domestic violence and understands the complexities of divorce and separation from one’s children. This firsthand understanding allows him to offer his clients the most effective legal support.

Mr. Engels is a zealous advocate for his clients, fiercely safeguarding their rights and prioritizing their best interests. He approaches every case with empathy, actively listening to his clients, addressing their inquiries, keeping them informed at every stage of their legal proceedings, and delivering comprehensive support from inception to resolution.

Beyond his legal career, Mr. Engels has a passion for swimming and surfing, and during his tenure at Washington State University, he excelled in water polo. Following his undergraduate studies, he ventured into entrepreneurship by launching a general contracting company, specializing in restaurant construction, luxurious single-family home construction, and remodeling. This entrepreneurial experience enhances his ability to assist clients efficiently and cost-effectively with their business and construction law concerns.