Family Law
March 7, 2025
Mehernaz H. Farsi
About
Mehernaz H. Farsi is a distinguished family law attorney and skilled mediator dedicated to helping clients navigate some of life’s most challenging legal issues. With over two decades of experience, she has successfully represented individuals in high-stakes divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division cases. Her ability to combine strong litigation skills with a deep understanding of mediation allows her to achieve favorable outcomes both inside and outside the courtroom.
At Omnus Law, Mehernaz provides strategic legal counsel in family law and civil litigation, ensuring her clients receive the highest level of representation. She has extensive experience advocating for clients in contested and uncontested divorce cases, parental rights disputes, and complex financial settlements. Her background as a court staff attorney and contract attorney has given her an in-depth knowledge of judicial procedures, making her an invaluable advocate for those seeking fair resolutions.
In addition to her legal practice, Mehernaz is a licensed real estate professional, bringing valuable insight to property disputes in divorce cases. She is fluent in Spanish and Farsi (Persian) and proficient in Gujarati, allowing her to serve a diverse clientele with personalized legal solutions. Her dedication to justice, client-focused approach, and proven track record of success makes her a trusted advocate for individuals and families in need of trusted legal guidance.
Career Highlights
- Awarded Best Oral Argument in Moot Court (Spring 2000)
- Certified in advanced mediation techniques for family law disputes
- Former Staff Attorney at the Santa Clara County Superior Court, assisting self-represented litigants in complex legal matters
- Over 20 years of experience in family law, mediation, and litigation, with a strong track record of favorable case outcomes
Associations
- Santa Clara County Bar Association
- Santa Clara County Association of Realtors
- Volunteers in Parole (Mentor for juvenile detention parolees, 2003-2006)
Publications
- An Argument Advocating Affirmative Action in Higher Education, U.S.F. Journal of Law & Social Challenges (2002)
Practice Areas
Family LawCivil Litigation
Sub-practice areas
Divorce and Separation, Child Custody and Support, Probate Law, Adoption Law, Mediation
Industries
Admitted Jurisdictions
- California
Education
- Juris Doctor – University of San Francisco School of Law, 2002
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – University of California, San Diego, 1997
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Gujarati
- Farsi
Mehernaz is a fantastic professional. She practices law with great skill, ethics and professional intuition for the best course for the client. Mehernaz is empathetic, a must in the field of consumer law, and focused on delivering top notch service. As a colleague she is a pleasure to work with.
Veronika Short
Mehernaz exudes confidence in the workplace and instills that same confidence in the clients she assists. She is very congenial and pleasant to work with. She is very knowledgeable about both family and civil law.
Raechel G.
Mehernaz is a thoughtful and caring attorney who really cares for the litigants and clients that she works with. She is both professional and attentive to the needs of those that she comes into contact with.
Farimah Erlandson
Mehernaz is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. She is skilled at helping litigants feel at ease during difficult periods in their lives. She is a consummate professional, and a delight to work with.
Nadine Burg
Mehernaz is a thoughtful sophisticated advocate who has always understood how to navigate the superior court system.
Craig Rashkis
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