Sara Driesen

Sara Driesen is a California family law attorney who handles dissolution and paternity matters for clients navigating major personal transitions. She litigates spousal support, child support, attorney’s fees, custody, visitation, and property division issues. She also pursues negotiated settlements when appropriate to limit the cost and strain of prolonged litigation. Her approach combines strong advocacy with clear guidance, helping clients understand the legal process and make informed decisions for families.

Sara earned her J.D. from California Western School of Law, where she served as a Jessup International Moot Court Team Advocate and Judges’ Coordinator. She received her B.A. in Psychology with a Pre-Law Concentration from California Polytechnic State University. Her academic background supports her ability to address legal and emotional dimensions of family disputes. She uses that training to communicate complex issues with care, clarity, sensitivity, and judgment for clients.

Sara manages all stages of dissolution and paternity actions, including contested proceedings involving support, custody, visitation, fees, and division of property. She prepares clients for litigation while also evaluating opportunities to resolve disputes through settlement. Her courtroom experience supports focused advocacy when agreement is not possible. Her attention to litigation costs also helps clients weigh practical options throughout demanding family law matters and related court proceedings across California family courts.

Sara Driesen has been admitted to practice in California since 2010 and was selected to Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars in 2020. She brings compassion to clients facing the stress and uncertainty that often accompany family law disputes. Her work emphasizes trust, clear explanations, and determined representation throughout each matter. She remains focused on helping clients pursue workable resolutions while protecting their interests in negotiations and contested court proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Associate Attorney, Bednarczyk & Valerio, LLP
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• California Western School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California Polytechnic State University
  BA in Psychology

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