About Sahar
Sahar Maknouni practices family law from her firm, Maknouni Family Law Office, APC. She represents clients in domestic matters and handles contested and uncontested cases alike. Her approach is practical; she emphasizes clear explanations and steady guidance through what are often complicated and emotional proceedings.
She earned her J.D. from Chapman University Fowler School of Law in 2018. Before law school she completed a B.S. degree at California State University, Northridge in 2015. Those years frame her legal training and early public-service interests.
Maknouni’s listed professional base is Maknouni Family Law Office, APC. She works on family law cases that include divorce, child custody, spousal and child support, property division, and related enforcement matters. She handles courtroom proceedings as well as negotiated settlements. Colleagues describe her as focused on case details and on keeping clients informed about options and likely outcomes.
Outside the office she volunteers at the Harriett Buhai Center For Family Law. The center provides legal services to low-income individuals facing family law issues. Maknouni’s volunteer work there has included client intake and representation in family law matters, offering pro bono assistance when clients qualify.
She is admitted to practice in California and is active in the state’s family law community. Her practice combines litigation and settlement work, depending on the case and the client’s objectives. She manages cases from initial filing through trial if required, and she also assists clients in negotiating parenting plans and financial agreements.
Clients and peers see her as steady under pressure. She aims to reduce uncertainty for people navigating separation, parenting disputes, and financial splits. She currently practices family law at Maknouni Family Law Office, APC, handling divorce, child custody, and support matters.
