$ 400-400 per hour
I am an experienced trial attorney and have been practicing law in Santa Clara County for 20 years. I am a family law specialist, certified by the California State Bar Board of Specialization. I provide representation and consultation in contested divorces in addition to serving as a mediator for clients who wish to jointly negotiate settlement. I specialize in complex property division, including valuation and characterization of closely held companies and professional practices, and in resolving issues related to child and spousal support. Regardless of the size of the community estate, I work with clients to evaluate the cost-benefit of available courses of action. I have worked with clients who are, or who are married to, directors and vice presidents of Fortune 500 companies, partners and shareholders in various types of professional practices, and consultants and executive officers of private companies. I have handled cases involving community estates of all sizes, including those valued in excess of $30 million dollars. Our firm as a whole handles all aspects of divorce and legal separation, including custody and visitation, support and property division. We practice only in Santa Clara County, where we are familiar with the attorneys and judges. I serve as Judge Pro Tem in Superior Court at mandatory settlement conferences and on the default judgment calendar.
I develop a strategy for each case and am available to my clients. Our firm strives to handle cases efficiently and decisively, keeping costs to a minimum. The firm uses the latest technology and can handle even the most document-intensive cases effectively, reducing the cost of the case.
When hired by both spouses to act as mediator, I work with them to resolve the case outside of court. Mediation is a more private and generally less expensive approach to divorce. It allows parties to resolve all matters in a non-adversarial setting. The parties meet in the firm's San Jose office, rather than appearing in court. I educate both parties about the law and explain the legal procedures which must be followed for a divorce to occur in California. I help them prepare those forms necessary to begin the divorce process, work with them to craft a settlement agreement, and prepare a judgment for entry.
When hired to fully represent a client, I work to resolve matters without court intervention. However, if a dispute cannot be resolved, I provide strong and effective representation in court.
Our entire team is devoted to each client's family law case. Family law clients know that I will be the attorney working on the case and appearing for them in Court as opposed to having an inexperienced lawyer doing the work.
I served for two years on the Santa Clara County Bar Association Judiciary Committee, which evaluates judicial candidates at the request of the California governor. I am a graduate of Smith College and the University of California, Davis, School of Law.
I served for two years on the Board of Managers of the YMCA of Santa Clara Valley, Central Branch and the Santa Clara County Women Lawyers Committee. Before opening my own practice I spent six years at the firm McManis Faulkner where I was lead associate attorney on a number of high-asset divorce cases. Before becoming a lawyer I was a reporter for the Gilroy Dispatch.
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Posted by Teija | September 23, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
I am humbled and very grateful that Ms. Tran agreed to represent me. I can truly recommend her to anyone based on my experience with her. I was sinking and drowning with my previous attorney, and Ms. Tran came for the rescue when I found myself in a very difficult and oppressive situation. Ms. T...
Posted by anonymous | September 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I'm grateful to have Rebecca as my lawyer. She was efficient and managed the process flow for me. She provided guidance and firm when needed and encouraged at the same time. She supported me mentally and gave excellent professional services to me. he provided options and listened to my concerns. My d...
Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
My case was a long and contentious one. There was no negotiating . There was no mediating. This was a hard fought battle at every turn. Rebecca was committed to this case from the get go. She was caring yet professional. She was always thorough and well prepared. She was systematic and methodi...
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2015
I rated 4 stars because I only had a free consultation. I agreed to pay if go over 30 min, but she did not charge me for overtime. She was warm and attentive that made me relax and comfortable. She takes time and listens. She was caring, engaged and asked crucial questions, that helped me to unders...
Posted by Bob | January 24, 2015
I would not hesitate to refer anyone to Rebecca who needs Family Law services. I worked with her for about 15 mo. to take care of my divorce. She takes the time to listen to you and cares about you and your situation. She works with you to get what you want. She is upfront with you if what you want...
"Rebecca is an excellent attorney. Her knowledge of family law, combined with her compassion, help to achieve excellent results for her clients. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca's ability, experience, and work ethic are impeccable. The results she achieves demonstrate her dedication to both her clients and her practice."
"We have had two cases against each other. Rebecca is an excellent lawyer. Smart, fair and easy to work with/against. She knows the law and represents her clients interests in making sure they get what they are entitled to."
"I've known Rebecca for years. She's bright, curious, and a sharp strategist. I would not hesitate to seek her counsel. You'd be putting yourself in wise and gifted hands."
"Rebecca is a dedicated, compassionate lawyer. Her brilliance as an advocate in and out of the courtroom stems from her devotion to her clients and her reliance on meticulous preparation. Working for Rebecca has not only given me the skills to succeed as a new family law attorney but also an opportunity to truly enjoy my profession. I always look forward to working on a case with her, and I could not ask for a better mentor."
"I was an opposing counsel against Rebecca several years ago and was impressed with her knowledge, experience and drive to obtain the best results possible for her clients. I am now her partner and cannot recommend her highly enough for anyone looking for assistance with a family law issue."
"Rebecca is caring, professional, and committed to not only obtaining the best results for her clients but also taking the time to explain and clarify the process. She is thorough and detail-oriented at every step and truly listens to her clients’ questions and concerns. She is talented and highly persuasive in the courtroom. I would definitely recommend Rebecca for anyone seeking assistance regarding a family law matter."
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2014
Judge Pro Tem Appreciation Award, Santa Clara County Superior Court
2013
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2013
Judge Pro Tem Appreciation Award, Santa Clara County Superior Court
2012
Judge Pro Tem Appreciation Award, Santa Clara County Superior Court
2013 - Present
Owner/Partner, Tran & Wise
2007 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Rebecca Hughes Tran
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Gassett Perry & Frank
1999 - 2005
Associate, McManis Faulkner & Morgan
1996 - 1996
Judicial Extern, U.S. District Court, Eastern District Of California
1995 - 1995
Judicial Extern, U. S. District Court, Northern Dist. Of California Northern Dist. Of California
2013 - Present
Association of Certified Family Law SpecialistsMember
2008 - Present
Vietnamese Bar Association of Northern CaliforniaMember
2008 - Present
Santa Clara County Superior CourtJudge Pro Tem
2008 - Present
MaitriVolunteer Attorney
2007 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1999 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
California Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
Board of DirectorsYMCA - Downtown San Jose
2010 - 2012
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Judiciary CommitteeMember
2008 - 2010
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Women Lawyers CommitteeBoard Member
2005 - 2006
Law Foundation of Silicon ValleyVolunteer Attorney
2004 - 2006
YMCA - Downtown San JoseBoard of Directors
2003 - 2005
Santa Clara County Superior CourtJudge Pro Tem
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