Business Details
32 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Attorney in San Jose, CA
The Law Offices of Sandra J. McManus has provided compassionate and experienced family law representation since 1994. Our firm specializes in resolving complex legal matters including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division while prioritizing out-of-court settlements to reduce client stress and costs. With decades of courtroom experience and specialized mediation training, we combine legal expertise with personalized service to protect clients' interests.Our attorney maintains active involvement in legal education and community service, including serving as a Judge Pro Tem and teaching family law courses. Recognized multiple times as Family Law Attorney of the Year, we deliver reliable counsel grounded in deep local legal knowledge and ethical practice standards.
Services
Family Law Representation
Divorce Proceedings
Child Custody Cases
Spousal Support Negotiation
Property Division
Paternity Establishment
Domestic Violence Defense
Legal Mediation Services
Limited Scope Representation
Child Support Modification
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of family law experience since 1994
- Our team includes a certified Judge Pro Tem with courtroom expertise
- We provide personalized mediation services to avoid costly litigation
- Our attorney maintains active legal education and teaching roles
- We emphasize transparent communication and client-centered representation
Associations and certifications
- Consumer Business Review Family Law Attorney of the Year
- Consumer Business Review Family Law Mediator of the Year
What people say
Knowledgeable, comforting
Great rapport with attorneys
Tough and effective
Excellent case outcomes
Compassionate legal guidance
Services
Family Law Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive family law representation for divorce, custody, and support matters. We combine courtroom experience with personalized strategies to protect client interests. Our services emphasize ethical practice and transparent communication throughout the legal process.
Child Custody Cases
We specialize in child custody disputes, focusing on children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our approach balances negotiation with courtroom readiness to achieve favorable custody arrangements through evidence-based legal strategies.
Spousal Support Negotiation
Our firm handles spousal support determinations using income analysis and living standard assessments. We advocate for fair support arrangements while considering clients' financial circumstances and long-term needs.
Legal Mediation Services
We offer neutral mediation for family law disputes, facilitating agreements on custody, support, and property division. Our mediation process emphasizes cost-effective solutions while maintaining legal compliance and mutual benefit.
Property Division
Our firm manages complex property division cases involving real estate, retirement accounts, and business assets. We employ detailed financial analysis to ensure equitable distribution of marital property while protecting client financial interests.
People
Sandra J. McManus
Attorney at Law
Practicing family law since 1994, Sandra McManus combines courtroom experience with mediation expertise. She teaches family law courses and serves as a Judge Pro Tem while maintaining active client representation.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, paternity cases, and domestic violence matters with both litigation and mediation options.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute initial consultations to discuss your family law case and legal options.
Can you help with child custody disputes?
Our firm specializes in child custody cases, focusing on children's best interests while protecting parental rights through negotiation or litigation.
Do you serve areas outside San Jose?
We represent clients throughout Santa Clara County including Cupertino, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and Gilroy.
What payment options are available?
We offer hourly consulting, limited-scope representation, and traditional full-service arrangements to accommodate different client needs.
Are you available for emergency cases?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent family law matters during regular business hours.
Reviews (2)
Lauren P.
Nov 15, 2019
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Sandra noticed me in distress at the courthouse while I was crying on the phone about my divorce. I had been attempting to handle everything on my own and had faced numerous rejections. She waited patiently before introducing herself and explaining her services. Sandra was genuine, honest, straightforward, empathetic, and compassionate toward my situation. Thanks to her help, my divorce was finally finalized, and I couldn't feel more liberated. Thank you, Sandrayou were a godsend that day, and I will be forever grateful. Your professionalism, combined with your humane treatment, is appreciated beyond words.
Philip W.
Feb 17, 2017
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I hired Sandra for a child custody case and was extremely satisfied with her expertise, professionalism, guidance, and the favorable outcome of my case. She has an excellent rapport with other Santa Clara County attorneys and Family Court Judges. I highly recommend her to my friends and family.
