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Magdalena Chattopadhya is the founder of Magdalena Law Group and a skilled negotiator, tough litigator, and a certified mediator. Ms. Chattopadhya is the only attorney located in Santa Clara County, and one of a handful of attorneys in California, to be Board Certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and a Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Passionate about providing excellent legal representation and customer service to her clients, Ms. Chattopadhya continuously strives to find innovative ways of assisting her clients with their family law needs. Magdalena Law Group located in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, focuses its practice exclusively on family law, including divorce, legal separation, annulment, property division, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, parentage, domestic violence restraining orders, and modification and enforcement of family court . Chattopadhya is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Bar Association and Santa Clara County Bar Association.
Highly regarded by her fellow professionals and clients alike, Ms. Chattopadhya has received a 10.0 "Superb" peer review rating and a 2014-2018 Clients' Choice Awards through Avvo, the Nation's Top One Percent recognition by The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, the Expert Network's Distinguished Lawyer recognition, and was selected for the 2015-2018 Super Lawyers Rising Star . Chattopadhya takes a great pride in promoting diversity in the legal profession. Magdalena Law Group attorneys and staff assist clients in English, Polish, Spanish, Chinese, and Bengali.
Board Cert. Fam. Law Trial Advocate-NBTA.Divorce, Custody, Support, Domestic Violence. Free Consult.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
Divorce and Separation
25%
Domestic Violence
20%
Child Support
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2023 2021
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6
Licenses
Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Magdalena Law Group
(408) 351-8400
Fax
300 S. First Street, Suite 228, San Jose, CA, 95113
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Magdalena Chattopadhya's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 66 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Abhi | December 31, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Professional, clear and to the point legal advice.
Professional, clear and to the point legal advice. I scheduled a second opinion consultation for my divorce case with attorney Magdalena Chattopadhya based on her credentials and high rankings. I was very impressed with the lawer's analytical skills and how she was able to help me understand the cour...
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommended
I worked with Magdalena Chattopadhya and the team of Magdalena Law Group for approximately a year. It was a challenging time, but I am happy with the results, the responsiveness and support of the team, and the masterful strategy advisements I was receiving. I would definitely work with them again an...
Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Family case
Madgalena C is a dependable attorney. I hired her while living abroad through online consultation. She was clear on what she can help me with. I appreciate her help and am thankful to God that I was able to find her. I recommend you consult with her.
Posted by Sowmya | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Phenomenal divorce attorney who gets you justice!
I was facing a high-conflict divorce, especially with a manipulative and narcissistic opponent—and I can proudly say today that I hired THE BEST!!. Magdalena was nothing short of extraordinary, and I cannot recommend her enough. She is exceptional because she is a brilliant strategist. Her legal m...
Posted by Anh-Thu Nguyen | January 14, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Best Consultation that I ever had
I spoke to Lawyer Magdalena earlier today for almost an 1hr for a free consultation. She's very passionate/warm hearted and put your situation into her shoes. She advised very clear and detailed information what needs to be done. She wasn't rush throughout the consultation and took time with you. Th...
Magdalena Chattopadhya's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am an immigration attorney based in San Jose. I had the pleasure to work and coordinate on some cases with Magdalena, which had components of both Family and Immigration Law. I am very impressed by her knowledge and experience in the area of Family Law. It has been a pleasure collaborating with her. I endorse her 100%."
"Ms. Chattopadhya is an extraordinarily capable and hard-working lawyer. She has my whole-hearted endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"Magdalena is a top-notch family attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is always courteous, and professional in representing her clients."
"Magdalena is an excellent attorney who genuinely cares about her clients and is highly respected in the legal community. She is smart, thoughtful, detail-oriented, and passionate about what she does."
"Ms. Chattopadhya is professional, informed and logical in her approach to her cases. She is a pleasure to work with as a colleague in the family law arena."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Magdalena is a colleague who is passionate at what she does and genuinely cares for her clients!"
"Magdalena is a wonderful attorney who always has her clients' best interest at heart. She goes above and beyond to advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her!"
"Magdalena is a well-respected and a tenacious advocate for her client. Known by many for her superb communication and reasoning ability. I would have no hesitation referring cases to Magdalena. I endorse this lawyer."
"Magdalena is a fierce and zealous advocate. Magdalena fights vigorously for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Magdalena is a tough-minded and multi-talented lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer, she is very thorough and professional."
"Very driven individual who will provide sound legal advice and advocate for your rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. Competent, hard working and displays a high level of integrity and ethics."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Top 3 Divorce Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2020
San Jose, California, Top 3 Divorce Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Client Champion Award (Platinum), Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
San Jose, California, Top 3 Divorce Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Board Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
2018
Client Champion Award (Platinum), Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2014
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute Diploma, National Institute for Trial Advocacy and American Bar Association Section of Family Law
2013
Certificate of Completion / Barristers Leadership Program, Santa Clara County Bar Association
2012
Award for Academic Excellence, California Western School of Law
2011
Public Service Honors Society Award, California Western School of Law
2011
Cert. of Adv. Mediation Training & Field Experience (50 hours), California Western School of Law
2011
Certificate of Appreciation, American Bar Association
2010
Mediation Certificate (42 hours of training), University of La Verne
2009
Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children Certificate, CASA for Riverside County, Inc.
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Magdalena Law Group
2012 - 2013
Litigation Assistant, Fenwick & West
2012 - 2012
Judicial Extern, United States District Court for the Southern District of California
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP
2011 - 2011
Small Claims Court Mediator, North County Lifeline at the California Superior Court, County of San Diego
2009 - 2010
Volunteer, Neighborhood Legal Services at the California Superior Court, County of Los Angeles
2009 - 2010
Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children, CASA for Riverside County
Associations
2021 - Present
Santa Cruz County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
California Lawyers Association, Family Law SectionMember
2018 - Present
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsMember
2018 - Present
California Lawyers Association, Litigation SectionMember
2017 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember
2014 - Present
Santa Clara County Psychological AssociationAssociate Member
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
California Western School of LawAlumni Board Regional Director
2012 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2010 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionCo-Chair of the Law Student Outreach Team
2014 - 2017
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2014 - 2015
American Bar Association Family Law Section, Young Lawyers CommitteeMember
2014 - 2015
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Family Law CommitteeVice-Chair of the Family Law Committee
2013 - 2014
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Domestic Violence CommitteeMember
2013 - 2013
Women Lawyers of Alameda CountyMember
2013 - 2017
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - 2013
Marin County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
The Association of Polish American AttorneysMember
2012 - 2013
Lawyers Club of San DiegoMember
2012 - 2013
California Women LawyersMember
2012 - 2013
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2015
Bar Association of San FranciscoMember
2012 - 2014
San Mateo County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2013
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice SectionVice Chair, Product Liability and Consumer Law
2010 - 2012
San Bernardino County Bar AssociationStudent Member
2010 - 2011
American Bar Association, Law Student Division9th Circuit Lieutenant Governor
2009 - 2012
American Bar Association, Law Student DivisionMember
Education
2012
California Western School of Law
Juris Doctor
Languages
Polish
English