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Law Offices of Steven A. Dinneen P.C.Founder & Attorney
Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen
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Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen

4.8
53 reviews

247 North Third Street, San Jose, CA 95112

Family Law, Divorce, High Net Worth Divorce and 14 more

About Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen

Recognizing that divorce is a difficult time and often involves the division of an estate, Steven A. Dinneen applies a keen understanding of marital assets and how they can be valued and divided to achieve maximum benefit to the client. Steven understands what it takes to build, manage, and sustain a business.

Licensed to practice law in 2007 and establishing his own firm in 2012, his attention to detail in cases that require complex property division and valuation of closely held businesses has helped hundreds of clients better understand the value of their property and assets.

Befitting the founder of the firm, Steven also brings a certain stature to his cases that supports each client’s goals in their proceedings. As a Board-Certified Family Law Attorney by the California Board of Legal Specialization, he been recognized for his passion in mentoring and teaching family lawyers on how to be the best through his numerous awards.

With his background as a financial planner for high-level executives prior to his career as a family lawyer, Steven has a deep expertise with complex financial matters, including stock options, pensions, financial issues related to a privately-owned company, business valuation and separate versus marital assets.

His clients include a wide variety of individuals—from professionals, C-suite executives, tech and start-up entrepreneurs, and owners of privately-held businesses and their spouses to those in short- or long-term marriages. Many of his clients are involved in high-net-worth divorces and have made wise financial decisions in other aspects of their lives, aiming to do the same during their divorce.

Visit our Our Practice Areas section to learn more about our San Jose family law services.

Awards

2016, Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016, Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016, Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2016, Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2016, Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016, Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015, Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015, Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014, Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014, Client's Choice Award for 2014, Avvo

2013, Client's Choice Award for 2013, Avvo

2013, Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Professional Associations/Memberships

2015-Present National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2013-Present Santa Clara County Barristers Club

2013-Present ProVisors

2008-Present Santa Clara County Bar Association, Family Law Section

2008-Present Santa Clara County Bar Association

2007-Present State Bar of California

 

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Silver Client Champion
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Avvo Client's Choice
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Champion Badge Silver

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Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

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Divorce
Posted by Jack
August 02, 2021
Hired Attorney Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen

Mr. Dinneen represented me in a divorce case in which my ex wife was determines to keep NY children from me. He was able to get the court to assign a lawyer to my sons who were then able to say what they wanted. I would highly recommend his entire office to anyone going through what O was. Thank you Steven!

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
May 01, 2019
Hired Attorney Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen

Steven Dinneen was with me every step of the way during my divorce. From the minute I hired him, I knew I chose the best attorney, & the best firm to handle my family matter. He is very professional, caring, will fight for you, he cares about his clients and wants to make sure that they are taken care of 100%. He is committed to you as the client. Very communicative & always would make sure that I understood everything that I was going through. Steven is an attorney you want on your side.

 
Divorce
Posted by Amy
January 06, 2023
Hired Attorney Mr. Steven Allen Dinneen

Great firm! I had never needed representation before my divorce and had no idea what the process was or how to go about it. I was referred to Law Offices of Steven A. Dinneen P.C. by a good friend and can honestly say that working with them has been a wonderful experience through a very difficult time. I’ve been working with Stephen and his team for 3 years now. I feel as though everyone has always been completely honest with me in managing my expectations and keeping them realistic. Even during the slow times of my case such as waiting on continuances, distant court dates, or when nothing was happening legally, I can always quickly get a hold of someone to answer my questions or guide me through a situation. I must extend extra thanks to Stephen and Ryan for their exceptional expertise; having them on my side gives me a peace of mind that I will always be grateful for. I would highly recommend this firm if you are looking for a divorce attorney.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 5
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Spousal Support
    • Military Divorce
  • Legal Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Other 9
    • High Net Worth Divorce
    • Modification and Enforcement of Prior Orders
    • Child Visitation
    • Alimony
    • Same Sex Divorce and Dissolution of Domestic Partnerships
    • Division of Property
    • Complex Property Issues
    • Parentage Actions
    • Move Away

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  • Firm Information
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    Firm Name
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  • Additional Links
    http://www.dinneenlaw.com https://www.dinneenlaw.com/attorney-steven-dinneen

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2007, California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    California Western School of Law
    Class of 2006
    J.D.
    Other Education
    San Jose State University

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Founder & Attorney at Law Offices of Steven A. Dinneen P.C.
4.8
53 reviews

247 North Third StreetSan Jose, CA 95112U.S.A.

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  • Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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