Steven A. 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 establishig 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.

What Steven helps clients do:

• Encouraging clients to look at the big picture when establishing priorities to avoid being distracted by frivolous matters.
• Focusing on family law settlement through a combination of perspective and skill that allows him to leverage his extensive courtroom and litigation experience when necessary.
• Avoid unnecessary expenses that do not bring value through a planned approach to efficiently reach a resolution that preserves the client’s assets
• Validate client feelings and help them to understand the logic of their decisions and where emotions can cloud good judgment
• Listen actively to deeply understand each client’s unique situation, goals, and challenges
• Skillfully negotiate with opposing counsel to resolve cases with a reputation for honesty and integrity

With an eye toward preserving assets rather than destroying them, Steven offers clients a thorough analysis and a creative but realistic plan to accomplish their objectives. But if divorce is already on the horizon, he is able to listen to each client’s unique needs and walk them through the process step by step so that they feel comfortable and confident.

Primarily practicing out of his office in San Jose, he is especially proud of establishing a law firm that has developed a great reputation among judges, mediators, other professionals, and clients.

As a San Jose native, Steven is familiar with the city and all the cultural experiences it has to offer. Outside of his legal practice, Steven enjoys playing golf, exploring diverse restaurants, and traveling.

The firm handles cases in Santa Clara, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Alameda counties. Steven is a highly experienced, credentialed, and client-centered California divorce attorney who can help you. Contact our firm to get started.