Marya McFadden, Attorney-at-Law
Professional Background
Marya McFadden is an attorney licensed by the State of Bar of California and the owner of McFadden Family Law & Mediation. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and her J.D. from Pepperdine School of Law. Marya is also certified in mediation by the #1-ranked Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine School of Law. Prior to becoming an attorney, she was a professor of business communication at California State University, Northridge.
Legal Advocacy & Mediation Expertise
Marya will help you find the best legal strategy for your situation. She encourages cooperation and negotiation to resolve matters out of court and avoid the expense and conflict of litigation whenever reasonably possible.
However, when it is necessary to go to court to obtain the best result, Marya is a fierce advocate to have on your side. She specializes in helping clients choose their battles wisely, to achieve the best possible result in the most cost-effective way.
Clients hiring Marya as a mediator will find that she is fair, neutral, and compassionate. Her clear communication style helps both sides understand their legal options, negotiate solutions, and craft legal agreements that are uniquely tailored to their family's needs.
Clients retaining Marya as their attorney will find her to be a zealous advocate for their rights. She is honest and reasonable in helping people assess what issues are worth fighting for, and at what cost. Clients who end up in court with Marya on their side consistently express satisfaction with her strong advocacy and personalized attention to their case.
Personalized Approach
To help you understand what makes Marya such an effective family law attorney and mediator, she openly shares some insight into what drives her passion and commitment to her clients:
"I'm a divorced parent of two sons myself, which gives me the benefit of personal experience; I understand firsthand what my clients are going through. I know how devastating a divorce or a custody challenge can be, and how hard it is to deal with our complex legal system at an emotional time. I became a family law attorney to help people get through a difficult process with someone on their side whom they can trust, who will advise them with the highest professional competence, but also with a genuine concern for the emotional and financial well-being of their families."
Associations and Activities
Education
Marya McFadden is an attorney licensed by the State of Bar of California and the owner of McFadden Family Law & Mediation. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and her J.D. from Pepperdine School of Law. Marya is also certified in mediation by the #1-ranked Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine School of Law. Prior to becoming an attorney, she was a professor of business communication at California State University, Northridge.
Legal Advocacy & Mediation Expertise
Marya will help you find the best legal strategy for your situation. She encourages cooperation and negotiation to resolve matters out of court and avoid the expense and conflict of litigation whenever reasonably possible.
However, when it is necessary to go to court to obtain the best result, Marya is a fierce advocate to have on your side. She specializes in helping clients choose their battles wisely, to achieve the best possible result in the most cost-effective way.
Clients hiring Marya as a mediator will find that she is fair, neutral, and compassionate. Her clear communication style helps both sides understand their legal options, negotiate solutions, and craft legal agreements that are uniquely tailored to their family's needs.
Clients retaining Marya as their attorney will find her to be a zealous advocate for their rights. She is honest and reasonable in helping people assess what issues are worth fighting for, and at what cost. Clients who end up in court with Marya on their side consistently express satisfaction with her strong advocacy and personalized attention to their case.
Personalized Approach
To help you understand what makes Marya such an effective family law attorney and mediator, she openly shares some insight into what drives her passion and commitment to her clients:
"I'm a divorced parent of two sons myself, which gives me the benefit of personal experience; I understand firsthand what my clients are going through. I know how devastating a divorce or a custody challenge can be, and how hard it is to deal with our complex legal system at an emotional time. I became a family law attorney to help people get through a difficult process with someone on their side whom they can trust, who will advise them with the highest professional competence, but also with a genuine concern for the emotional and financial well-being of their families."
Associations and Activities
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County bbsvc.org/, Board Secretary
- Ventura County Bar Association
- Women Lawyers of Ventura County
- ProVisors
Education
- J.D., Pepperdine University School of Law, 2013
- Certificate in Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University School of Law, 2013
- Ph.D., English, University of Southern California, 2001
- Graduate Certificate in Gender Studies, University of Southern California, 2001
- Master of Arts, English, University of Southern California, 1995
- Bachelor of Arts, English, Magna Cum Laude, University of California at Santa Barbara, 1992