My practice is focused on helping children and families. Whether it is an adoption, guardianship, conservatorship, custody, visitation or other matter, I can offer a calm, sensible and reassuring voice to families in crisis. I am an experienced attorney, having handled a wide variety of cases throughout California. (Please see the Cases, Client Reviews, and Endorsements sections on my Profile page.) I am also an Adjunct Professor at UC Irvine School of Law and work with law students interested in public interest careers. Prior to starting my practice, I was the Interim Pro Bono Director and Lead Attorney for the Public Law Center (PLC) and worked for legal aid organizations, including Legal Advocates for Children & Youth (LACY). I graduated from UC Berkeley (with Bachelors degrees in Social Welfare and Economics) and UC Hastings College of Law. I also speak Vietnamese and served for many years on the Board of Directors of the Vietnamese American Bar Association of Southern California (VABASC). I've also volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for abused and neglected children and as a pro bono attorney.
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10061 Talbert Ave., Suite 200, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708
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Posted by Sam S | December 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Diamond Tran is an excellent and knowledgeable attorney; from filling out initial documents to the court hearing, she guided us through the process to a successful conclusion. I would highly recommend. Thank you.
Posted by Sonia | July 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I retained Diamond Tran to assist with a conservatorship matter and could not be more pleased with the experience. From the outset, she clearly explained the entire process, outlining the different types of conservatorships, the responsibilities involved, and the necessary procedures and documentatio...
Posted by Veronica | May 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We had been searching for a family law attorney for obtaining guardianship of my younger sibling and came across Diamond. She was extremely helpful in all aspects and steps along the way, going above and beyond to ensure our case went smoothly. I especially appreciated her organization and frequent c...
Posted by Dane MacDonald | February 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We contacted Diamond Tran to help set up a conservatorship for our son with special needs. Diamond was professional and easy to work with. She made the process smooth by gathering information, completing legal documents, and handling court filings. We received conservatorship at the first hearing. I ...
Posted by Vinh | August 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I found our lawyer Miss Diamond Tran through the Regional Center, and I couldn't be more grateful for their recommendation. I had the pleasure of working with Miss Diamond Tran during my child conservatorship case, and I couldn't be more satisfied with her services. She explained the process clearly,...
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Tran represented Grand Parents in a Grand Parent visitation case. She was well prepared on the law and the facts. Ms. Tran prevailed for her clients in a contested hearing that lasted several days."
"Ms. Tran and I worked together 15 years ago and she remains one of the most competent, caring, and conscientious lawyers I have ever worked with. I highly recommend Ms. Tran!"
"Diamond Tran is one of the lawyers you should consider first if you have a legal situation involving children. She is very concerned with effectively representing and getting maximum justice for them. She will do a good, conscientious job for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Diamond and I worked together on an education matter that successfully resolved for both of our clients. I was able to reach Diamond at all hours including weekends which was critical to the pressure and timing of getting our issue resolved with the government body. She knows how to advocate for her client while bringing practical skills to the table."
"I endorse this lawyer. Met Diamond when she was with PLC, she is one of the most compassionate attorneys I know."
"I endorse Diamond Tran. Diamond is experienced, knowledgeable, and professional. Her compassion for and commitment to her clients is commendable."
"Diamond is an exceptional lawyer and amazing person all around. She is thorough in her research, confident in her trial skills and extremely caring to her clients and colleagues. I wholeheartedly endorse Diamond Tran."
"Diamond Tran was the staff attorney at the Public Law Center for whom I did a pro bono case. She was highly knowledgeable and dedicated and was a great guide and resource, allowing me to feel completely confident and our client's matter to be successfully concluded. It's a pleasure to endorse and recommend her as an attorney."
"Diamond is a superb family law attorney. I've known Diamond for almost 10 years and she is intelligent, hard-working, astute and compassionate. Hire Diamond if you want an honest and experienced family law attorney."
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2015
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
1999
Blum Foundation Scholarship, Leon A. and Esther F. Blum Foundation
1999
Hastings Merit Scholarship, UC Hastings College of Law
2013 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Diamond Tran
2018 - 2018
Adjunct Professor, UC Irvine School of Law
2012 - 2012
Interim Pro Bono Director and Lead Attorney, Public Law Center
2008 - 2009
Instructor, California State University Fullerton
2007 - 2012
Staff Attorney, Public Law Center
2004 - 2006
Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Foundation Of Santa Barbara County
2002 - 2004
Staff Attorney, Legal Advocates for Children & Youth
2001 - 2002
Attorney, San Jose City Attorney's Office
2000 - 2001
Attorney, The Law Office of Michael Satris
1999 - 2000
Counselor, Advice Company
2015 - 2016
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Southern CaliforniaVice President
2013 - 2015
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Southern CaliforniaDirector
2013 - 2014
National Association of Counsel for ChildrenMember
2011 - 2013
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Southern CaliforniaSecretary
2007 - 2014
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2006
Santa Barbara County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2004
National Association of Counsel for ChildrenMember
2002 - 2004
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
Court ordered a generous visitation schedule for grandparents.
Petition granted
De Facto Parent Status granted
Organization was incorporated in the State of CA and received 501(c)(3) tax exemption.
Successfully obtained guardianship of the grandchild.
Successfully obtained restraining order, sole legal and physical custody, and child support.
The School District agreed to all of clients' demands in the Due Process Complaint, including, but not limited to: funding Independent Educational Evaluations; aide support for the entire school day; and transportation with aide support.
Limited Conservatorship of the Person granted so that parents could continue to make certain important decisions for their adult child.
Grades ultimately adjusted after successful advocacy
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Starting a New Nonprofit--The Reality Checklist
2009
Nonprofits and Business Activities
2008
Recent Developments in Child Care Law
2007
Starting a New Nonprofit-- The Reality Checklist
2012
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Vietnamese
English
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Brother is not sending his son to school at all, what can I do?
14 Aug 2017
How do I obtain guardianship of my adult sister who is special needs
27 Apr 2015
Can a 21 year old brother be a legal Guardian for a 17 year old sister?
06 Apr 2015