San Diego Immigration Attorney Tifany Markee received her Juris Doctor degree from California Western School of Law, graduating Magna Cum Laude in May of 2001.
Tifany was sworn into the California State Bar in December of 2001, and is licensed to practice law within the State of California as a Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Board of Legal Specialization within the California State Bar.
In 2025, Tifany also became licensed in the State of Colorado.
Through her zealous client advocacy, Tifany represents clients before USCIS, the US State Department, the Board of Immigration Appeals and the Administrative Appeals Office, and has a close referral network for matters before the Circuit Courts of Appeals and the United States Federal District Courts.
In 2003, Tifany expanded her practice to include International Adoption law and related fields. In this regard, she has become one of only a handful of attorneys across the nation with an active practice in the adoption and immigration of foreign-born children.
This specialization became even more relevant in light of the implementation of the Hague Convention and the Intercountry Adoption Act in April 2008 and the subsequent USCIS practices and policy memoranda related to adoption-related matters.
Tifany also leads the nation in her work in International Surrogacy matters, with a focus on the acquisition of US citizenship for babies born to ART, and immigration/ visa matters for foreign intended parents.
Tifany is an active lecturer and mentor in this field, and is a frequent invited speaker at law schools and professional organizations, including the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA); Academy of California Adoption-ART Lawyers (ACAL) and state and local Bar Associations across the United States.
She has been honored by becoming an invited Fellow of the Academy of California Adoption-ART Lawyers (ACAL) and the Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys ( AAAA), as well as a Member of the National Council for Adoption (NCFA).
Finally, Tifany is a contributor and author for national publications, including Kurzban’s Immigration Sourcebook.
Most importantly, Tifany is the proud mother of two internationally-adopted children.
Direct line: 619-820-1830
Email: [email protected]
Michelle Garcia – Paralegal
Michelle brings over seven years of experience in the legal field and plays a vital role with Markee Law PC. As a highly skilled paralegal, she provides precise and dependable support in all aspects of case preparation, document drafting, and court filings. Her deep understanding of legal procedures and ability to manage complex, high-volume caseloads make her an essential part of our team’s success.
Beyond her technical expertise, Michelle is known for the care and compassion she brings to every client interaction. She has a unique ability to put clients at ease, explain complex processes clearly, and provide steady support throughout their legal journey. Her thoughtful approach, attention to detail, and genuine empathy are consistently praised by the families we serve.
Michelle is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate with clients in their preferred language and ensure that every family feels heard, understood, and supported.
She is a talented legal professional and a valued member of our team. Michelle’s dedication, integrity, and heart are at the core of everything we do.
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Direct Line: 619-820-8032
Email: [email protected]