Kathy A Minella

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Kathy A Minella

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence, Adoption

1450 Frazee Road, Ste. 305, San Diego, CA

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About Kathy

Biography

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Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Child Custody 25%

25%
Domestic Violence 20%

20%
Adoption 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2013
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Minella Law Group, APC

1450 Frazee Road, Ste. 305, San Diego, CA, 92108

minellalawgroup.com/services/san-diego-divorce-attorneys/

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Kathy A Minella's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Stephanie | January 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A year plus.

I've been working with Kathy for over a year now and can't say how often I would (and have) recommend her. She's honest, an advocate and more importantly, hears what you want and will fight for it. She realistic, direct and answers her cell. My simple custody agreement turned into a mess and Kathy ke...pt me level headed but never left me in the ring alone. If you want what's best for your family and an advocate for you, there's not a better family attorney out there.

Posted by Amber | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She did a GREAT Job!

I hired Kathy to help me with filing separation from my husband and to pursue a divorce. She was willing to travel over 3 hours to attend court in regards to custody and settlements. She did an outstanding job and not only was she competent and strong in front of the judge, but she always made me f...eel supported. I appreciated having her on my side of things and would recommend her to anyone who needs a family law attorney.

Posted by Evgeniya Fedenko | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Attorney!

Kathy Minella is a brilliant lawyer!!! I'm glad that she handled my case in the Family Court of San Diego in December 2015. During this time, she has done a tremendous job, it is the most difficult case associated with the establishment of parental rights, custody and visitations. Also it includes qu...estions of immigration and international law. When I met Kathy, I was a little nervous because of her young age, I thought whether she has enough knowledge and experience? But I was knocked out by her sincere interest and fast thinking and learning. And I was right by choosing her to represent me! Excellent professional knowledge, ability to remember the smallest details of a huge case, the ability to form a strategy and brilliant conducting of the 6-days of trial!!! That's what Kathy Minella has done for me! She defended the rights of my son, as he was her own. When it became necessary to involve consultants in specialized areas of finances and law - Kathy created a great team in a short time. And for all her merits and hard work, she costed me less than 3 previous attorneys (including the most famous), who only charged me and almost did not do anything. Kathy Minella, remember this name, she has a great future!

Posted by Amanda | June 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Extremely helpful

I came to Minella law group 2 years ago for a child support and custody case. I felt extremely confident and comfortable after my consultation that I knew I had to use Kathy. Here we are 2 years later and anything I've needed gets done, I get told exactly what's going to happen, always informed, and ...I've pretty much gotten everything I've asked for in front of the judge. I would highly recommend Kathy and her office in any of your family law needs.

Posted by Moises | May 13, 2015 | Child Custody

My opinion

Kathy Minella helped me out a lot in my case. Long story short Grandmother from the other side of the family not my mom. Grandmother tried to get joint custody of my daughter and unsupervised visits over the weekends and also requested holidays too. Everything got dined from the judge. Because she di...dn't have a lawyer and she didn't have anything legal. This was my first time going to family court and my first time hiring a lawyer. Kathy is a professional at her job, I recommend her for anybody that needs a lawyer. Kathy answered my emails immediately, I had a chance to chat with her before my hearing date. she is a awesome person to work with.

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Koryn Sheppard

Family lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kathy is a fighter, no question about it. She's incredibly tough and always a strong advocate for her clients. Kathy does not back down. She's well-informed on the law and on the facts of her cases. Kathy is also open to out of court settlements and we've successfully settled some high conflict, high emotion matters."

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Maria Taylor

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kathy is a very good, hard working attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathaniel Conley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathy is a very down to earth person and a great family law attorney who fights hard for her clients."

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Paul Swiller

Child custody lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Ms. Minella. She is a knowledgeable and well-respected attorney who is a great choice for anyone seeking legal representation."

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Ryan Mardock

Family lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Kathy Minella for several years now. She is competent, caring, responsible, and an extraordinarily talented attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients. I consider her not only colleague, but also a friend. I often receive calls from individuals needing representation pertaining to family law and adoption issues. I never hesitate to refer them to Kathy. I strongly endorse her."

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Ekaterina Powell

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable attorney."

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Shannon Miles

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Boros

Alimony lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy is very experienced in her area of law and is committed to providing superior service to her clients."

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Milda Goeriz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathy is an excellent family law attorney. Extremely knowledgeable, effective in the courtroom and dedicated to her clients."

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Ari Mor

Unknown lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Ms. Minella for over 7 years. Ms. Minella is hard working, represents all of her clients zealously- with the utmost attention to detail. No task is too great for Ms. Minella. She will move mountains for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Debra Crawford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristen Roberts

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Habib Hasbini

Unknown lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Lefiti

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Maria Taylor

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Ryan Mardock

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2015

Best Lawyers, San Diego Business Journal

2012

Jack Berman Service selection, The California State Bar

Work Experience

2014 - Present

President and Founding Attorney, Minella Law Group, APC

2012 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Ashford University

2011 - 2014

Attorney, San Diego Law Firm

2010 - 2011

Associate, Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Big Brother Big Sister

Big Sister

2013 - Present

SDFLBA

Member

2010 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Respond to Appeal

Trial court affirmed, appeal denied

Step Parent Adoption

Win

Move Away

Opposition Successful

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Education

2009

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Columbia College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Domestic Violence Class

Family and Domestic Violence

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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