Experience That Makes the Difference
Not every case needs a trial. Smart settlements save time, money, and stress, but when litigation is necessary, I'll be ready. Strategy comes first. When it’s time to fight, I fight to win.
After over 14 years of practicing family law in Florida and California courts, I've learned what wins cases: preparation, strategy, and clear communication. I founded AF Law Firm to provide clients with straightforward legal counsel that focuses on achieving real outcomes.
A Different Kind of Family Law Practice
My approach combines East Coast directness with West Coast innovation. Having earned the nickname "Pitbull in a Skirt" in Florida courtrooms, I bring that same tenacity to every case while maintaining the professionalism Sacramento families deserve.
What sets my practice apart:
- Honest assessments: I believe you deserve the truth about your case, delivered clearly and directly.
- Strategic thinking: Litigation is a tool, not a default. I pursue litigation only when it serves your best interests.
- Courtroom confidence: As a seasoned litigator, I'm prepared to advocate fiercely when needed.
- Focused representation: I fight the legal battles so you can move forward into a promising future.
Credentials That Count
- Juris Doctor — St. Thomas University School of Law, Miami
- MBA in International Business — St. Thomas University
- B.A. in Sociology, Minor in Political Science — South Florida
- State Bar of California
- Florida Bar
- Sacramento County Bar Association
- Women Lawyers of Sacramento
- California Lawyers Association
- Featured contributor to Family Law News Monthly
From Miami Courts to Sacramento Strategy
I built my foundation in Florida's family courts, where judges don't reward emotion — they reward preparation. When I moved to California in 2015, I brought that East Coast edge with me. Now, I apply that same calculated determination to Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer County courtrooms.
Beyond the Courtroom
When I'm not advocating for clients, I can usually be found spending time with my family, traveling the world, or reading a book (if I'm lucky, I'll be doing all three!). My personal time reflects different passions, but when it's time to work, I bring the focus and intensity that successful representation demands.
Pink may be my favorite color, but don't let that fool you. There's nothing soft about my litigation style. I built my reputation on one truth: being "nice" doesn't win cases — being strategic does.
Like a puma, we don’t pounce on every fight. We wait, we watch, and we act with purpose. Your case deserves nothing less.
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Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am-5.00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am-1.00 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Cut the Chaos.
Support isn't a favor — it's your legal right. While others negotiate from a position of weakness, I calculate from a position of strength. Every month without representation costs you money. Make the call that changes your financial future.




