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Senior Associate Attorney

Samantha Edwards

Samantha Edwards is a graduate of California Western School of Law, with an area of concentration in Child, Family, and Elder Law. Samantha was admitted to practice law in California in December 2018 and Nevada in May 2019, after passing both bar exams on the first attempt. Since graduation, Samantha has exclusively practiced family law in San Diego County.

Samantha has extensive practice representing clients in all areas of family law, including domestic violence restraining orders, child custody and visitation, financial issues, mediation, and complex asset division. Samantha aims to provide aggressive and compassionate representation, as she works closely with her clients to strategize and plan for long term success.

Samantha is a Certified Family Law Specialist, which means the State of California has certified her as an expert in this field. Samantha has been selected as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Thomson Reuters in both 2023 and 2024, reflecting her high achievements and expertise both in and out of the courtroom.

In her free time, Samantha enjoys reading and spending time at the beach with her dog, Dolly!

Recent Posts From Minella Law Group

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The Role of a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in San Diego Child Custody Disputes

While not used in every case, the involvement of a GAL can significantly shape the outcome of custody determinations—especially when the child’s safety, stability, or long-term well-being is at risk.
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Contempt of Court in San Diego Family Law: Enforcing Orders and Understanding the Consequences

Whether it’s a custody schedule, child support obligation, property division requirement, or spousal support arrangement, failure to comply with these orders can lead to serious consequences—including a finding of contempt…
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The Impact of Significant Career Changes or Job Loss on Support Orders in San Diego

Whether you’re paying or receiving support, understanding how career changes affect support orders in California is essential to protecting your financial rights.