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Anna founded the A. C. Howard Law Firm to providing the following legal services to help families secure their future:
• Estate Planning (wills, trusts, health care directives, powers of attorney)
• Family Law (divorce, child custody and visitation, guardianship, spousal & child support)
• Assisted Reproduction (surrogacy, egg, embryo and sperm donation)
• Adoption (independent and agency, judgments of parentage)
Anna grew up in San Diego and Los Angeles, and she obtained her bachelor’s degree at University of Southern California (USC). As a student there, she served on the Academic Honors Society and mentored at-risk youth in the South Central Los Angeles community.
Anna attended University of San Diego’s School of Law. Volunteering for several immigration clinics, clerking for Federal Judge Michael Anello, and working with the Public Defender’s office were just a few of her pursuits while in school. After graduation, Anna worked at several law firms, focusing on security transactions and assisted reproduction rights, before starting her own firm.
Anna lives and practices law in Carlsbad, California. She spends her free time with her close-knit family, swimming, body surfing, and volunteering.
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Anna Cathleen Howard creció en San Diego y Los Ángeles, y obtuvo su licenciatura en University of Southern California (USC). Como estudiante allí, fue miembro de la Sociedad Académica de Honor y fue mentor de jóvenes en situación de riesgo en la comunidad del Sur Central de Los Ángeles.
Anna asistió la Escuela de Derecho de la Universidad de San Diego. Actuar como voluntaria en varias clínicas de inmigración, ser “clerk” para el juez federal Michael Anello, y trabajar en la oficina del Defensor Público fueron sólo algunas de las actividades en las que participaba en la universidad. Después de graduarse, Anna trabajó en varios bufetes de abogados, centrándose en las transacciones de seguridad y derechos de reproducción asistida, antes de establecer su propia firma.
Anna vive y practica derecho en Carlsbad, California. Ella pasa su tiempo libre con su familia muy unida y haciendo natación, surfing, y trabajo de voluntariado.
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Posted by Don | April 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Highly Recommended
I highly recommend AC Howard Law for anyone needing an estate plan. The entire process was explained in a way that was easy to understand. The quick response to questions was amazing.
Posted by Alexa | November 03, 2015 | Estate Planning
Excellent Explanation of Wills and Trusts
I consulted with Anna about estate planning, and I was so impressed with her level of expertise and her ability to explain complex legal concepts in plain English. She clearly delineated the difference between a will and a trust and helped me understand the benefits and drawbacks of each scenario. An...
Posted by Christopher | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Comfort and Confidence
After an interview with Anna we decided to go with her to create our family's Living Trust. I can't think of a more important document to create to protect your most valuable assets and those you love. I also can not think of one in which you spend more time agonizing over. There are so many impor...
"Anna has always been a colleague that I can count on. She is extremely knowledgeable, dedicated to her craft, caring and kind. Her clients are in very good hands!"
"I have had the pleasure to work with Ms. Howard on a couple of different family law matters, and she always impresses me with her kind and professional demeanor. Ms. Howard is knowledgeable of the law, respectful to her colleagues, and attentive to her clients. The legal community is lucky to have her and clients are well-served by Ms. Howard's legal skills and knowledge."
"I have worked with Anna on numerous occasions on both prenuptial agreements and marital settlement agreements. Anna is very knowledgable and cares for her clients. She always looks out for her clients best interests but also understands how to work collaboratively to get the best result and have a smooth process. I look forward to working with Anna again in the future."
"I have known Anna for several years, and have no hesitation in referring clients to her for their estate planning needs."
"Anna and I have discussed in depth many issues in the Family Law field and I am always impressed with the depth of her inquiry, her willingness to see both sides to an issue while developing the strength of her argument, the concern she expresses for clients, and her love for the practice of law. She is just the kind of ethical, honest and polite but firm attorney you want to represent you and, if you are an attorney, you want to have on the other side of a case."
"Anna is a talented and smart attorney who cares for the well being of her clients. I have sent several clients to Anna, including family members. I have heard nothing but positive feedback from those clients. I highly recommend speaking to Anna if you have any surrogacy, adoption, or family law issues."
"I highly recommend Anna for all estate planning, surrogacy, adoption, and family matters. She is an expert in her field, prioritizes client service, and is a trustworthy advisor and attorney. I have referred several people to her and feel confident she will take great care of her clients. She is also an amazing colleague and is a very supportive and encouraging person. I can't say enough good things about her and truly believe she is the best of the best!"
"Anna is an expert in Artificial Reproductive Technology law. She has handled over four hundred unique cases having to do with surrogacy as well as egg and sperm donors. Her expertise in this field is evident from how efficiently and effectively she takes care of her clients."
"I have been involved in many cases where Anna has been the 'opposing counsel.' In matters relating to third party assisted reproduction, we are fortunate enough to have clients with mutual interests, and that are ultimately working toward the same goal. Anna has been wonderful to work with as a colleague. She's easy to communicate with, accessible, honest, professional and detailed. Through the years, I have seen the level of care and dedication that she she provides to her clients, and I would enthusiastically recommend Anna to anyone that was considering her services."
"I have worked with Ms. Howard on several matters and have found her to be knowledgeable and competent. She is professional in her handling of client and counsel communications. I have been pleased to work with her and would not hesitate to recommend her."
"Anna is a fantastic attorney. She is very knowledgeable in the area of family law. She is friendly, approachable and always has a smile on her face. She will give excellent feedback on legal issues and is willing to go to great lengths to put her client's minds at ease. Family law cases can be stressful and Anna brings clarity to the issues facing her clients and let's them know they are in good hands. I would recommend Anna as an excellent attorney in Family Law matters!"
"Anna is a fantastic attorney who zealously represents her clients and goes above and beyond what most people would expect. I have witnessed Anna argue cases and she is incredibly well spoken, thorough, and creative. Highly recommended."
"Anna Howard is a talented and caring attorney who is passionate about working with individuals and couples who are building their families through assisted reproductive technology or adoption. Her knowledge and experience in the field is tremendous and her personality and compassion make her an even better attorney. I enjoy working with Anna and endorse her for these reasons."
"Anna is a great attorney. She is very knowledgeable about family and estate planning. She provides excellent services to her clients. She is also super easy to work with. I highly recommend Anna!"
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2011
Outstanding Child Advocate, James A. D’Angelo
2011
Honors Scholarship Recipient, University of San Diego School of Law
2011
Highest Grade Earned: Latin American Law, CALI Excellence for the Future
2011
Highest Grade Earned: Mexican Law, CALI Excellence for the Future
2011
Certified Estate Planner, National Institute of Certified Estate Planners
2011
Comment and Case Note Editor, San Diego International Law Journal
2011
Warren Family Endowment Award, Warren Family Endowment
2014 - Present
Founding Attorney, A.C. Howard Law
2012 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Surrogacy Law Center, PLC
2011 - 2012
Contract Clerk, Law Offices of Rancho Santa Fe
2011 - 2012
Pro-Bono Researcher, Children's Advocacy Institue
2015 - Present
The Honorable Fiorenzo V. Lopardo American Inn of Court
2015 - Present
BabyQuest FoundationBoard Member
2015 - Present
Trojan Club of San Diego
2014 - Present
Trojan League of San Diego
2012 - Present
North County Bar Association
2012 - Present
Lawyers Club of San Diego North CountyCommittee Membership Chairperson
2011 - Present
Alpha Chi Omega Kappa Omicron Kappa Alumnae Chapter
2011 - Present
Kids for PeaceCommittee Member
2010 - Present
Daughters of the American Revolution
2009 - Present
American Bar Association
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Estate Planning Basics
2015
Money Matters 101
2014
2015
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