Dawn M. Saenz

Dawn is the trial lawyer you need in your corner, especially if you or your children are victims of domestic violence/child abuse. When I first consulting with Dawn I told her I needed someone to advocate for me, because I struggled to do it for myself; she was exactly who my kids and I needed. I ...divorced in 2018 hoping that would stop the abuse and that something would be done legally to protect me and my kids. I told my lawyer about everything and she said the courts don’t care about “hearsay”. I felt so defeated. And this ended up empowering my abuser. Though we were divorced and he didn’t have as much physical access to me, it opened up a whole new can of worms of harassment and stalking; he’d call my employer to bad mouth me, write letters to my parents home bad mouthing me, he pretended his car had broken down and couldn’t pick up the kids from school- but when I pull up he’d pull up behind me and corner me. He often impersonated people I knew on social media so I’d accept his friend request. If we didn’t answer one of his phone calls he’d call back incessantly and one time had the police sent to my house for a “wellness check” literally only 2 hours after we didn’t answer his call. This was a whole new kind of oppression I never knew. Eventually he moved out of state and he tried alienated my kids from me, threatened to hit them when they’d ask about me, instruct them to poison me so I’d die and they’d have to live with him, and when I’d FaceTime my kids during their visits with him, he’d stand on the other side of the phone instructing them to call me a “B” and say they don’t want to live with me anymore. Thankfully my kids would come home and tell me everything. Eventually he started physically abusing them as well. I reached out to my previous divorce lawyer, explained what was going on and she never called me back. I didn’t need a run of the mill family law lawyer, I needed a trial lawyer who specializes in domestic violence. That’s when someone referred me to Dawn. Dawn moves quickly and concisely- she quickly got my kids and I protected under a temporary domestic violence restraining order until we went to trial. She is fierce and intelligent; watching her frequently correct opposing counsel(s) on their legal knowledge was a thing of art. Her ability to tactfully question my abuser in a way that tangled him up and exposed his lies became one of the most empowering experiences of my life; and when she noticed witness tampering in the court hallway, she did not hesitate to bring it to light and have their witness thrown out. Most importantly, as victims, she made sure my kids voices were heard. Dawn’s can be intimidating but you definitely want her on your side and not risk her being hired by the other party. She’s even more intimidating if she’s fighting against you! She has a reputation for a reason. After years of abuse, harassment, stalking, and oppression- finally- FINALLY, my kids and I are free. Our case resulted in a permanent no contact restraining order. Our new lives can begin because of her.

I was initially referred to Dawn Saenz by a trusted friend. She let me know she had a reputation as a bulldog in court who would grab on and not let go when it came to advocating for her clients. She represented me and my children in a DVRO case, bringing this high level advocacy to the table and we ...were triumphant. Ms. Saenz told me hard truths I needed to hear. While at that time, I questioned her direction, I have learned she was spot on and I am reaching out to her again for the upcoming dissolution case. I highly recommend her. Her advocacy and care for her clients is unmatched.

I cannot thank Attorney Dawn M. Saenz enough for her exceptional support and legal expertise during one of the most difficult times in my life. Facing a divorce and custody battle involving domestic violence issues was overwhelming, but she guided me through every step with compassion, strength, and ...professionalism. Not only was she a skilled and knowledgeable attorney, but she also showed me compassion and understanding that went beyond the courtroom. Attorney Dawn M. Saenz was a steady, reassuring presence during one of the hardest seasons of my life. I genuinely felt that I was being fought for, not just legally, but with God’s grace and wisdom guiding the process. If you’re going through a divorce, custody dispute, or domestic violence situation, I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Dawn M. Saenz. Her guidance made all the difference in helping me move forward with hope and security.

I have wanted to write a review for Ms. Saenz for a while now, but to describe in words how amazing she and her office are doesn’t do her justice! From the very first time I met with her, she has been so helpful and informative. She is definitely not afraid to tell it like it is! I have had multiple ...people ask for her information after watching her in the courtroom and I feel so happy and proud to be represented by the best in the business. You need to hire her before anyone else can because she does not lose!