Sara Yunus began her career practicing family law in Orange County, at a boutique law firm in Newport Beach. Ms. Yunus relocated to San Diego and currently works for a large family law firm in downtown, focusing her practice on litigation, custody matters and dissolution.
Ms. Yunus earned her undergraduate degree in Political Science from California State University Fullerton where she was the communications intern for the National Women's Political Caucus in Washington, D.C. Through this internship, Ms. Yunus attended various political fundraisers, meetings with foreign ambassadors, and other important political events. Additionally, Ms. Yunus, who is bilingual in English-Farsi, interned for two years for a Middle Eastern television station as their English language international new anchor, on a weekly, worldwide broadcast.
Ms. Yunus was a recipient of the Dean's academic scholarship at Whittier Law School, and also interned at Whittier's Children's Rights Clinic, where she represented indigent, minor clients with special needs. She was also an active member of Whittier's Student Bar Association.
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660 Newport Center Dr., Ste. 100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Posted by Angel Gonzalez | September 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
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After almost a whole year with out seeing my sin due to his mother keeping him from me, I contacted Sara Yunus, from the very beginning she was straight forward and was always very realistic, she told me what my chances were, helped me prepare everything, and was extremely professional, she cared abo...
"If I had a contentious family law matter and I needed an attorney, I would choose Sara all day. She is tough, smart and thorough."
"Sara is a tremendous family law attorney. She loves her job and always represents her clients with great zeal and enthusiasm. Sara does not quit and does not back down."
"I have personally witnessed Sara in court. She is intelligent, aggressive, and quick on her feet. I recommend Sara, as she is highly respected in the Family Law community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to work with Sara on a case. She is hardwirking and fearless. I was also very impressed with how well she communicates with her clients."
"Sara Yunus is a passionate and dedicated advocate, who has a strong knowledge of the law and the ability to achieve success for all of her clients. She is a valuable asset to the legal community and highly respected for her professionalism and legal knowledge. I strongly endorse her!"
"Sara is an exceptional family law attorney. She is talented, intelligent and a pure professional. She is highly respected within the legal community and deserves every bit of it. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sara is an excellent, hard working, dedicated, and compassionate family law attorney. She is well regarded in the community by lawyers and clients alike. I would not hesitate referring her the business of my family and friends. I highly recommend Sara to anyone who needs assistance in the complicated realm of family law."
"Sara is a strong advocate for her clients. In family law, you need an attorney that can be a shoulder to cry on, but also a rock in the courtroom. Sara is that attorney."
"In short, I endorse this lawyer. She has a marvelous personality and is wonderful to work with. She is firm for her clients when she needs to be, but is willing to do the cost benefit analysis with them to ensure that they get the best deal. She listens, she engages, and she succeeds. Keep it up, Sara."
"I have had the opportunity to work alongside Ms. Yunus, and am impressed by her legal acumen and determination to obtain a creative and favorable result for her clients. She is a zealous advocate whom I enthusiastically endorse."
"Ms. Yunus is passionate about family law and works diligently to represent the best interest of her clients. I highly recommend her services."
"Having known Sara since law school, I can attest to the fact that there is no one as passionate about, and dedicated to, family law as Ms. Yunus. I refer anyone who has a family law issue to her, confident that they will be taken care of."
"Sara is my go to attorney when referring family law clients. I have witnessed firsthand her passion when fighting for her clients. I respect her professionalism and knowledge in the family law area. She is an up and coming superstar attorney in the family law area."
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Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Golden Sledge Hammer, Antonyan Miranda, LLP
2013
Dean's List, Whittier Law School
2012
Dean's List, Whittier Law School
2015 - Present
Associate Attorney, Antonyan Miranda, LLP (FKA Miranda Law Group)
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Mary Beth Holloway
2019 - Present
AM Social CommitteeMember
2019 - Present
AM FoundationMember
2016 - Present
Lawyers ClubMember
2015 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
Member
Judgement
Judgment
Monetary Settlement
Trial
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
2018
Updates and Hot Topics in Family Law
2017
Motions in Limine in Family Court
2017
People v. Sanchez (2016)
2017
FC §852, Transmutations
2017
Advanced Family Law Course
2012
Community Property
2017
2013
Farsi
English
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