Minella Law Group was established in 2014 by Attorney Kathy Minella. Kathy Minella began practicing family law right out of law school in 2010 working for one of the largest family law firms in Northern San Diego County. She then ventured into a smaller boutique law firm where she ran the family law department. Finally in 2014 Kathy Minella opened the doors of the Minella Law Group. Kathy Minella has handled hundreds of contested and uncontested family law matters all over San Diego County. Minella Law Group is located in the heart of beautiful Bankers Hill conveniently located close to the Family Law Courthouse and major freeways the 5 & 163.

About Adoption Law

Adoption attorneys guide families through the legal process of adopting a child. They handle all legal requirements to create new family bonds. Common matters include domestic adoption, international adoption, stepparent adoption, foster care adoption.

Credentials

Education

2009 California Western School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2003 Columbia College BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English | Spanish

Recognition & Involvement

Awards

2017 Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California 2015 Best Lawyers, San Diego Business Journal 2012 Jack Berman Service selection, The California State Bar

Publications

2014 Legal Guide 10 Factors Used to Determine an Unfit Parent 2014 Legal Guide Factors That Affect Spousal Support

Associations

2014 - Present Big Brother Big Sister Big Sister 2013 - Present SDFLBA Member 2010 - Present San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section Member 2010 - Present State Bar of California Member

Speaking

2011 Domestic Violence Class Family and Domestic Violence

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Updated: Apr 04, 2026