Donna Ann Denham

Donna Ann Denham

also known as Denham Family Law, APC, Donna Denham, CFLS

4.2
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Chula Vista, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

3130 Bonita Road, Suite 202, Chula Vista, CA

About Donna

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 25%

clients in dissolution, legal separation, child custody and visitation (initial and modification), child support, spousal support (initial and modification), property division, domestic violence restraining orders (obtaining and defending).

22 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

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Location

Denham Family Law, APC

3130 Bonita Road, Suite 202, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

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Donna Ann Denham's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Domestic Violence

Posted by Stephanie | February 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Donna gave more than legal advice, she gave me hope

“The day I walked into Donna’s office, I was a broken, frighten new mom who had just left a 5 year, abusive relationship two days prior. I didn’t know what to do or how to protect myself or my son. Donna took my hands and walked me through this process of what to expect in the months to come when dea...ling with Child Custody & the courts. Donna gave me more than legal advice that day; she gave a small glimmer of hope that I could have a better life. Donna was there for me every step of the way until the whole court process was over. Today, I am a strong confident woman who makes life decisions based on courage and love, not fear. Donna not only saved my life, but she gave me the hope and strength I needed until I could find that within myself to start a new life with my son. My 10 months old son now lives in a home full of love and kindness. I will forever be grateful to Donna.” -Stephanie

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Donna Ann Denham's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jane Wesley Brooks

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Her offices are in my building and I will seek out her opinion and advice on difficult matters within my own caseload. Her clients are fortunate to have her representing them."

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Carl Zanolli

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Denham possesses a exemplary knowledge of both substantive family law and court procedure. She has demonstrated to me that she is supremely capable as an attorney both in her ability to practice law and her court room presentation of her client's case. Any person retaining Ms. Denham should be confident that his or her case will get the best representation above and beyond the standards of the family law community in San Diego County and the State of California"

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Jennifer Britt

Family lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Donna is my law partner. She is an excellent attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. She is kind and compassionate. She is detailed oriented and extremely thorough. While she always believes it is in her client's best interest to settle a case, she is always prepared to vigorously represent them in court if needed. Donna is a true asset to her clients and to our firm, I could not ask for a better partner and our clients could not ask for a better attorney."

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Elizabeth Johnson

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Shemtoub

Family lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Carl Zanolli

Family lawyer

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Jennifer Britt

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Tracy Miller

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2005

Wiley M. Manual Award, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founding Partner, Denham & Britt, LLP

2013 - 2015

Owner, Law Office of Donna A. Denham

2008 - 2013

Senior Associate, Hargreaves & Taylor, LLP

2006 - 2008

Associate, Stark & D'Ambrosio, LLP

2004 - 2006

Volunteer, YWCA Legal Advocacy Program

Associations

2019 - Present

South Bay Bar Association (Chula Vista)

President

2017 - Present

Italian-American Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

San Diego Family Law Bar Association

Executive Board Member

2013 - Present

Temporary Judge/Settlement Attorney

Volunteer

2012 - Present

Association of Certified Family Law Specialists

Member

2004 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2004

California Western SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

San Diego State Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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