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Jylan M. Megahed
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Biography
Ms. Megahed is a local San Diego attorney from Rancho Penasquitos. She is described as a driven, aggressive, passionate and zealous advocate for her clients.
In 2004, she found her passion for Family Law while interning at the respectable Law Office of Emory L. Boutilier, which is the same office that the Honorable Commissioner Darlene A. White worked for.
While completing her Bachelor of Science Degree at Arizona State University, she sucessfully submitted her dissertation titled, "The Comparison of Family Law in Phoenix, Arizona and Cairo, Egypt" to the Barrett Honors College. Wanting to expand her horizons, she became the legal assistant to the Law Office of Francis G. Fanning to learn Employment Law. She also explored Corporate Law and Estate Planning at the People's Choice in Tempe, Arizona.
Ms. Megahed moved back to San Diego County to complete her Juris Doctorate Degree. She volunteered her efforts to the Guardianship Clinic of the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program and the Family Law Facilitator's Office of the Superior Court of California.
After Ms. Megahed was sworn into the California bar, she opened her boutique family law practice in Mission Valley. She provided family law services to various boutique law firms throughout San Diego County.
She is professional, personable, caring and respected by her colleagues in the community. With Ms. Megahed by your side, there is no losing.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
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Location
The M E G A H E D, E S Q.
600 W Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Jylan M. Megahed's Reviews
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Posted by Natasha | April 05, 2015
Excellent Service
I can happily say that I am 100% satisfied with Ms. Megahed's service provided. She is one of the most disciplined and efficient lawyers I have appointed thus far.
Posted by Lisa | April 02, 2015 | Child Custody
So Worth it!
I was referred to Attorney Megahed from a close friend who was a previous client. Attorney Megahed was able to meet with me the same day I called her, and listened to my every concern. She provided me with the results I wanted in my child custody case, and always went above and beyond to ensure I was...
Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Sweet, Compassionate, & Fierce.
Jylan is excellent attorney. I hired her for my Divorce and was please with the results. She kept me informed as the case was progressing. She is extremely dedicated and I absolutely loved that about her. If you are looking for an attorney who cares and will keep you informed, Jylan is who you are...
Posted by Ihab judeh | April 01, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Always looking to help
A+ lawyer. She is very helpful. She gave a free consultation, which was not around just trying to get me pay for services. She showed me what she will do and what needs to be done in terms of paperwork and the amount of hours it would take plus where and when she might need to spend more mooney. She ...
Jylan M. Megahed's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jylan is a very passionate and savvy family law attorney. She really knows the family law system and procedure, especially in the San Diego courts. Please don't hesitate to contact her for your family law matters."
"highly endorse Mrs. Megahed. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."
"I endorse this lawyer. Her contributions to this Avvo forum demonstrates her high level of knowledge as a lawyer."
"Jylan is an aggressive and dedicated Family Law attorney. She currently works for an up and coming firm that is taking San Diego by storm. She is instrumental, as part of an impressive team, in providing excellent results for their clients. Jylan is an expert in discovery issues in Family Law as well. Therefore, I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend Jylan. She is very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues. She is also very compassionate with clients and aggressive in court!"
"I have known Jylan for several years and I highly endorse her as a lawyer. She is hardworking and dedicated to providing the best possible service to all of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jylan is a personal friend and colleague. She is personable and professional."
"Ms. Megahed represents her clients with great skills and passion. She is highly regarded by her peers, and I am happy to endorse her."
"Jylan works hard, hates to lose, and never gives up. That is exactly the kind of lawyer that you want and need, when dealing with a family law matter."
"Jylan is a passionate attorney with significant experience in family law discovery. Her commitment to assisting her clients and zealous advocacy set her apart from others."
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Experience
Honors
2009
Distinguished Service Award, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
2009
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Managing Attorney, M E G A H E D, E S Q.
2013 - 2015
Family Law Associate Atorney, Miranda Law Group, PC
2012 - 2013
Attorney, Jylan M. Megahed, ESQ.
Associations
2008 - Present
Lawyers ClubOutreach Committee Secretary
State Bar of California
Member
San Diego Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Interstate UCCJEA
Prevailed: Jurisdiction Proper in CA
Education
2011
Thomas Jefferson SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Arizona St Univ
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Questions/Answer RE Family Law
Family Law
2014
Family Law Paralegal Seminar
Family Law
2013
Introduction to Family Law
Family Law
Languages
Arabic
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I recover legal fees on a TRO when the petitioner used it as an advantage to get custody and or keep our daughter away
07 Sep 2016
Q&A
Child support abroad. California and Mexico
21 Jan 2016
Q&A
Perjury - family law and motion to set aside judgement in California under section 2122 (b) and 2125.
05 Jul 2015