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Shana Jo Black

Family Attorney at San Diego, CA

4.7   47 reviews

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Shana J. Black was admitted to the California bar in 2000. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and her Juris Doctorate from University of San Diego School of Law in 2000, cum laude.

She was a member of the San Diego Law Review, serving with distinction, and a Merit Scholarship Recipient at the University of San Diego School of Law from 1997 to 2000. She has received numerous awards for her legal and community work, including the Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, CALI Award for High Achievement in Trusts and Estates and International Civil Litigation, and recognition by the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program. Prior to entering law school, she taught Macroeconomics, Microeconomics and Econometrics as a graduate assistant and adjunct faculty member.

Licensed for 22 years
State CA
Status Active
Acquired 2000
Updated 04/18/2023

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Law Offices of Shana J. Black
8880 Rio San Diego Drive
Suite 800
San Diego, CA, 92108

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Posted by Darrel Cole | May 31, 2023
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
I highly recommend Tammy for any divorce issues without reservation!
Tammy is knowledgeable, communicates promptly and make the process easy with options. I got all the answers I needed and my end of divorce was handled painlessly. I highly recommend Tammy for any divorce issues without reservation! If you are going through a divorce and want a responsive attorney you can trust, you cannot go wrong choosing Tammy.
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Posted by Kara Cortez | April 3, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
We have teamed up on numerous occasions with very successful AND healthy outcomes for families.
Shana J. Black is an asset to every client she serves as well as to the entire legal community. We have teamed up on numerous occasions with very successful AND healthy outcomes for families.
Posted by Jody Hardy | March 31, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I could get expert help all around. Simply the best.
Shana and her team have been caring, efficient, and knowledgeable. Services were tailored to my needs to give me exactly the support I wanted for my amicable divorce. I even got recommendations of other professionals for financial matters, so that I could get expert help all around. Simply the best.
Posted by Philip Parker | March 7, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
She was also very reasonable in price.
"Shana J. assisted me in drafted some much needed paper work. She took the time explaining the entire process to me, answered all my questions, and provided many examples in plain language. She was quick to respond via email and by phone when needed. She was also very reasonable in price. I recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable lawyer that gives her clients the time and attention they deserve!"
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Posted by Nick Cain | March 2, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Shana and her team are simply amazing.
Shana and her team are simply amazing. I used her services for my divorce. Though the situation is inherently frustrating and stressful, many times it did not feel that way because the team handled everything. Shana is an excellent communicator, timely, understanding, and very knowledgeable. She’s very comprehensive and transparent in her approach, no question goes unanswered and no strategy is left unexplored. I was completely confident in her services and would highly recommend her!
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Posted by Amy Clarke | February 14, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
One of the best! I highly recommend her!
Shana J. Black and her team ensured I had a full understanding of everything throughout my legal matter. She was even there for clarification after my matter was resolved. If you need someone to help you navigate family law Shana is professional and compassionate. One of the best! I highly recommend her!
Posted by Diane Roy | February 8, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I would highly recommend her for any family law matters!
Shana and her team were very professional and knowledgeable throughout my legal matter. She was very good at listening, and gave me excellent advice to any questions that I had in a timely manner. She also provided strong legal representation while in court. She has a genuine concern for the well-being of her clients, which was shown through kindness and compassion as I navigated my way through the divorce. I would highly recommend her for any family law matters!
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Posted by Kirk Reed | January 5, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I definitely recommend her for services in his practice areas
Shana J. Black is an awesome attorney. She tended to our needs with effective advice. She is professional, courteous, and responded accordingly. She was proactive and answered all questions that my husband and I had. I definitely recommend her for services in his practice areas
Posted by Jack Thompson | January 3, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I recommend her for anyone looking for custody, divorce etc..
Shana was great from communicating with me about everything and representing us in a tuff custody modification for my family. I recommend her for anyone looking for custody, divorce etc..
Posted by Jane Allen | December 8, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I highly recommend her as a family legal attorney.
My lawyer Shana J. Black, was terrific. She was always very professional and approachable. I felt that she always had my best interest at heart. I was able to trust her judgment and her advice was always invaluable. She was also patient in answering my questions and very responsive to my needs and concerns. She also made me feel at ease and less anxious and worried. She was extremely accessible and very quick with returning emails and phone calls. She was also very caring, understanding, and competent. I am very grateful for her help. I highly recommend her as a family legal attorney.
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Posted by Adam Allen | November 22, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I will definitely refer anyone in need of a great attorney to her without a doubt!
Shana is a very educated, compassionate and professional attorney. She always responds with any questions or concerns we may have in a very timely manner no matter what. I will definitely refer anyone in need of a great attorney to her without a doubt!
Posted by Helen Johnson | November 17, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I am so happy with the result in my case and I know it is because I put my trust in Shana
From the moment I met her, Shana's advice and attitude towards me and my case were excellent. I did my research and found Shana, and it was the best thing I ever did. She is so knowledgeable about the law, and she was direct and candid with me about what to expect throughout the process. She is extremely detail oriented, which I really appreciated. She knew the ins and outs of my case like the back of her hand. She diligently prepared to seriously protect and defend me where needed. No stone was left unturned. I was extremely comforted by that. It was the first time I had hope in all of this. She and her office were so responsive. I am so happy with the result in my case and I know it is because I put my trust in Shana. She is truly outstanding.
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Posted by Roger Philips | October 7, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I have the utmost confidence in Shana and highly recommend her.
Shana J helped me with my divorce case. When I arrived at her office I was a mess, stressed and lost on how or where to begin. She walked with me every step and handled any issues in a quick and efficient manner. She is well versed in the field of law and very detail orientated. I have the utmost confidence in Shana and highly recommend her.
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Posted by Steven Powell | September 26, 2022
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Absolutely the best representation
Absolutely the best representation ! Shana helped me through arguably the hardest time of my life. I feel extremely indebted to her for helping me maintain my family. when family is on the line the best counsel is crucial and I feel my future is secured. thank you for giving me faith in the legal process where I felt helpless as a single father by myself.
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Posted by May Carroll | September 14, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
She did for my family and I during this time
Mrs. Shana J was very professional. She answered all of my questions in a timely manner and made me feel completely at ease. She helped get me thru a very hard time and I appreciate her for all she did for my family and I during this time.
Posted by Sandra Ward | September 6, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
I would highly recommend her!
Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful experiences ever. Luckily, I found an outstanding lawyer. Shana J. Black has helped me through the whole process. She has been very professional and exceeded all my expectations. I would highly recommend her!
Posted by The Clarks | April 2, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
What we appreciate most about Shana Black
What we appreciate most about Shana Black as our attorney is her authentic intent to truly help. She is compassionate, honest and has unmistakeable integrity. She also always keep the best interests of our child top of mind. She keep us level headed through the very stressful process of child custody as a result of a severe family trauma due to domestic violence. Her ability to stick to the facts and pay attention to sand kicking in the courtroom allowed us to get our family to a safe place in order to protect our daughter. She was always reachable and made sure we were prepared going into court. Her expert understanding of the law and the ability to stay focused on what was going to affect the outcome the most is what ultimately awarded us with measures to protect our family and children. We were with another firm before Shana and were financially depleted. Shana was able to get us back on track.
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Posted by Dante | January 29, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Move away order
I found out my ex was planning on moving my child out of state without me knowing.The counselor ruled in her favor; I thought all hope was lost, until I called Shana,because I read her reviews. Hiring her was the best decision I have ever made. This Woman is a genius in and out of the courtroom. Her arguments in court were flawless coupled with lightning fast use of logic. She broke my ex down and made her admit to the truth. My daughter and I owe a debt of gratitude to Shana. In my opinion she is the best Family lawyer in the country.
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Posted by Phillip Fitzgerald | December 13, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional Attorney
Shana has been my attorney through my legal separation and divorce. Very compassionate, supportive and always took the time to explain things clearly to me. She made my very painful and difficult experience a bit easier to carry. Handled my case from start to finish and brought it to a successful conclusion.
Posted by Chynna | December 10, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
Shana was very professional and helpful to me during my divorce. She's very compassionate and dedicated to her work. Listened to my situation and helped me make decisions based on her knowledge which I feel confident in how we were proceeding with the divorce & child custody case. She will assist you in setting realistic expectations and goals in your divorce & child custody. - explain everything until she is sure that you understand it. She didn't leave you until the end of the fight of your case. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a good lawyer that will help them with their difficult case.
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Law Offices of Shana J. Black
  • 2001 - Present

Education

  • University of San Diego School of Law
  • Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude
  • 2000
  • University of Nevada
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • N/A

Associations

  • Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association San Diego
  • President and Founder
  • 2007 - Present
  • Federalist Society
  • Board Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • State Bar of California
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • San Diego Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Lawyer's Club of San Diego
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Conference of the Delegates, State Bar of California
  • Delegate
  • 2006 - 2007
  • San Diego Republican Businesswomen
  • Board Member
  • 2004 - 2008
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Honors and Awards

  • Distinguished Service Award
  • San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
  • 2017
  • Best Family Law Attorneys in San Diego
  • The San Diego Ten
  • 2009
  • Nominated for Channel 10 Leadership Award
  • Channel 10
  • 2008
  • Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services
  • State Bar of California
  • 2005
  • Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services
  • State Bar of California Board of Governors
  • 2005
  • Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services
  • State Bar of California Board of Governors
  • 1999
  • CALI Award for High Achievement in Trust & Estates
  • Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
  • 1999
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Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • KSON Morning Show
  • Advising Jon & Kate
  • N/A

Attorney endorsements

Received (3)
Given (2)
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Child custody Attorney | Feb 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Shana Black on a number of cases over the last 5 years. Shana cares deeply about her clients and provides a level of compassionate representation that you don't find from all local attorneys. She also cares deeply about the children involved in her cases."
Family Attorney | Feb 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Shana is a fierce advocate. She's at the top of her field."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Nov 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have seen Attorney Shana Black argue her cases in court, and I would want her on my side if I was ever in court. She is very well versed in divorce and family law, and finds weaknesses in the arguments of opposing counsel. Her work ethic in the office is exceptional as well - she is hard working, honest, and aggressive. She loves to win cases for her clients. I have made numerous client referrals to Shana Black."
Divorce and separation
Personal injury