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also known as San Diego Divorce Attorney Shana J. Black
Since her admission to the California Bar in 2000, Shana J. Black has built a distinguished career, highlighted by her unique skills in economics and law. She graduated cum laude with a Juris Doctorate from the University of San Diego School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Notably, she contributed to the San Diego Law Review and was recognized as a Merit Scholarship recipient. Ms. Black's legal and community achievements include the Wiley W. Manuel Award and the CALI Award for High Achievement. Her prior experience includes teaching economics and econometrics, which complements her legal acumen. Ms. Black actively participates on several boards, such as the Federalist Society and the Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association. Practicing as a child custody and divorce attorney in San Diego, she rigorously advocates for her clients, ensuring the protection of their rights and family futures in complex legal settings. Her dedicated approach has successfully aided numerous families through the intricacies of divorce proceedings and child custody disputes.
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State: California
Acquired: 2000
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8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 800, San Diego, CA, 92108
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Posted by Dante | January 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
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...
Posted by Zetta | July 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Always Available to help
Shana J Black was professional, courteous, understanding and available. There is no doubt that she's always on top of the legal aspects involved in the case. Unfortunately the other party created drama and issues that were unnecessary and I must say that Shana was always open and available to help....
Posted by Keith | January 09, 2013 | Child Custody
Shana Black is my hero
Shana Black is absolutely amazing. She has helped me so much with getting custody of my daughter and my divorce. She is very understanding and knows, very much, what she is doing. I know that it is very hard for a father to get custody of their child but if you need help doing that or need help with ...
Posted by John | April 29, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Thank you Shana!!!
very highly recommend this attorney! She is very knowledgeable and she very quickly spots the weaknesses of the other side (my x!). The judge agreed with everything Ms. Black argued in my divorce, and the other attorney seemed bewildered. She has a great work ethic. She is a hard worker, very honest,...
Posted by Al | February 07, 2011 | Child Custody
Saved my kids
The matter went to court and it was a pleasure to watch Ms. Black demolish the opposing counsel. Every argument they brought up by citing irrelevant cases she countered by citing the correct law and relevant facts. My ex has tried to move out of the State of California twice and each time she was st...
"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."
"Shana is a fierce advocate. She's at the top of her field."
"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 lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2017
Distinguished Service Award, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
2009
Best Family Law Attorneys in San Diego, The San Diego Ten
2008
Nominated for Channel 10 Leadership Award, Channel 10
2005
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
1999
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
2001 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Shana J. Black
2007 - Present
Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association San DiegoPresident and Founder
2005 - Present
Federalist SocietyBoard Member
2000 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
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Member
2006 - 2007
Conference of the Delegates, State Bar of CaliforniaDelegate
2004 - 2008
San Diego Republican BusinesswomenBoard Member
2000
Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude
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Bachelor of Arts
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Advising Jon & Kate
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