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Elizabeth Lefiti

Elizabeth Lefiti is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson School of Law where she served as President of the Criminal Law Society and interned for two years with the San Diego County Public Defender’s Office. Elizabeth, a San Diego native, received her B.A. in Urban Studies with an emphasis on Crime and Society from San Diego State University.

Practice Areas

Divorce

40e%

Spousal Support

30%

Domestic Violence

20%

Since admittance to the California State Bar in 2016, Elizabeth has exclusively practiced Family Law. She joined Minella Law Group in 2017 and has been fighting for client’s rights since.

In 2022, Elizabeth became certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization.

Elizabeth’s practice includes all aspects of family law, domestic violence, guardianship, adoption, and assisted reproductive technology law. Primarily a trial attorney, Elizabeth welcomes complex and challenging cases and is never afraid of difficult issues.

While Elizabeth excels in the courtroom setting, she encourages settlement if it promotes the best outcome for the client. Elizabeth has a passion for representing and advocating for clients in the courtroom and beyond.

Certified Legal Specialties

•Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California, 2022

Honors and Awards

•Super Lawyers Rising Star 2021, 2022, and 2023

Professional Associations and Memberships

•San Diego County Bar Association – Family Law Section
•Section Leadership – New Attorney Member – 2019
•Section Leadership – Member at Large – 2020
•Section Leadership – Member at Large – 2021
•San Diego Family Law Bar Association

Recent Posts From The Team

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