Sina Mohajer: Family Law Attorney Who Fights for Your Family

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August 28, 2025
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Hi, I’m Sina Mohajer. I’m an attorney, but more importantly, I’m a husband and a father who understands what it means to fight for your family. Balancing work, parenting, and real life has shaped how I practice law and how I advocate for my clients. I know people don’t come to family law because they’ve given up. They come because they care deeply about their children, their future, and doing what’s right. If you’re facing a difficult family matter, I’m here to help. Contact our family law office to schedule a confidential consultation. Transcript: Hi. I’m Sina Mohajer. I am an attorney. But more importantly, I’m a husband, a father of two, and someone who understands what it means to fight for your family. Being married, raising two kids, and staying present in their lives has given me deep empathy for families going through tough situations. Parenting and Support I understand and have personally gone through the emotional weight that comes with trying to balance work, relationships, parenting, and even self-care. Without the support, whether from a spouse, friends, the community, or your workplace, it can all begin to unravel. I’ve seen firsthand, both personally and professionally, how lack of support can quietly erode even the strongest of intentions. Fighting for Your Family Owning my own firm and also wanting to be present for my kids as much as possible allows me to understand why my clients fight so hard, and it allows me to fight for them with compassion and dignity. Many people don’t come to me because they’ve given up. They come to me because they care. They want to do what’s best for their kids and their future and even for their own healing. You can’t always salvage a marriage, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still fight to protect your family. My Dedication to Family Law: It’s Who I Am Fun fact, I didn’t always want to be a lawyer, and I certainly didn’t plan on practicing family law when I started my career. But I see how important it is to have someone fight for you that actually cares about family values and the children. There’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t do for my own kids, and I would expect the same for my clients. I have dedicated every ounce of my energy for my clients to the point that I’ve been recognized by Super Lawyers for multiple consecutive years. This is not just a job for me, but I feel it’s my calling. This isn’t just what I do. It’s who I am.

Announcing Sina as a RisingStar for 2022

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January 27, 2022
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In addition to owning his own practice, Mohajer Law Firm, APC, Attorney Sina Mohajer is now a Rising Star for 2022. The Thomson Reuters Corporation, one of the most highly respected names in national lawyer rankings, has chosen Mr. Mohajer as a 2022 Rising Star due to his experience, expertise, and dedication to excellence. What Is the Selection Process for Rising Stars? The selection process for Rising Stars is rigorous. It begins with nominations. Lawyers nominate peers they have worked with and are seen as exceptional in the legal field in general and in their practice areas. Once selected, a candidate for Rising Star will be put through the Super Lawyer selection process. Those not chosen as Super Lawyers will be re-evaluated as Rising Stars as long as they meet the qualifications. The qualifications are ten or fewer years working as a lawyer and 40 years old or younger. The equally rigorous Rising Star selection process will be carried out if candidates meet these qualifications. A nominal 2.5% of state lawyers are named Rising Stars, making it one of the most elite and rare designations for lawyers. How Do Consumers Benefit From the Rising Star Designation? While it is undoubtedly an honor to be named a Rising Star, not just the candidates themselves benefit from this designation. Consumers benefit most of all. The Rising Star designation allows laypeople to know immediately when a lawyer they are considering hiring is extraordinary. Without Rising Star, Super Lawyer, and other legitimate designations, consumers must conduct their own research to find a qualified lawyer who will meet their needs. This can be tedious and complex work, and when you need legal services, it’s never a good time to take on extra stressors. Just look for lawyers who’ve met the Rising Star criteria, and you’ll know you’re dealing with an exceptional professional.

Making smart financial decisions if you have an unfaithful spouse

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November 30, 2019
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On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in family law on Friday, November 30, 2018. Learning that your spouse has been unfaithful can be devastating. Whether it ultimately means the end of your marriage is something you and your spouse will need to determine. However, in the meantime, it’s important to take stock of where you stand financially and how you will protect your financial future should you divorce. This requires some clear thinking at a time when you may be consumed by a range of emotions. One family law attorney advises spouses to determine the value of their marital estate. Here in California, which is a community property state, all property owned by a couple together is divided in half in a divorce. If you have a prenuptial agreement that stipulates a different arrangement, this is a good time to review it. Some people who learn that they have an unfaithful spouse respond by trying to hide money — both out of spite and for their own protection. However, if the timing of these actions is close to the marital break-up, a court will likely not let you keep that money. Spouses may go on a spending spree with a joint credit card or clean out a joint bank account. That’s not wise, either. Your best course of action is to consult with an experienced California family law attorney. Even if you and your spouse end up working things out, it’s better to be prepared in case you don’t. If you stay together, you may also want to consider asking your spouse to agree to put a postnuptial agreement in place. This can help you ensure that you’re in the best possible financial position should you and your spouse decide in the future to end the marriage.

The importance of your blood alcohol concentration

On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in dui/dwi and drug crimes on Thursday, September 5, 2019. Drunk driving puts people’s lives at risk, and for the most part, people know that it’s dangerous. Despite that, someone dies in a drunk driving crash once every 48 minutes in the United States (based on 2017 statistics). That adds up to 10,874 deaths that could potentially have been avoided. Alcohol affects the way you think and feel. It impairs thinking, reasoning and the speed of your reactions. The more you drink, the more likely it is that you’ll be impaired and unable to drive safely. Understanding blood alcohol concentration (BAC) Your BAC is the alcohol weight located in a certain volume of blood. It is measured in grams per deciliter (g/dL). At just .08% g/dL, the risk of a crash increases significantly. Because of that, .08% is the legal limit throughout the United States. Some states have even lower limits. What are the effects of alcohol in the blood? At .02%, people may feel they have a “buzz.” It’s common to feel warm and relaxed. At .05%, behaviors become more exaggerated. Some control over the muscles is lost. At .08%, muscle coordination becomes poor, the reasoning is impaired and self-control is decreased, making this the legal limit for a good reason. Beyond .08%, people can have a significant deterioration in reaction times and control. Some people may begin to feel nauseated or to throw up. If you do drink and drive, you could be arrested for DUI. If you are, it’s wise to seek the help of an experienced attorney to protect your rights as you go through the justice system.

More people died, were arrested, on the weekend of the 4th

On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in dui/dwi and drug crimes on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. If you are facing a DUI or drug-related charge, your best option is to begin working with your defense attorney. Although it may seem like you can handle these charges on your own, the reality is that your attorney has much more experience and may be able to help you reduce or eliminate the charges completely. One thing that has been in the news recently is that arrests for DUIs more than tripled over the Fourth of July holiday. The California Highway Patrol reported that 1,204 people were arrested for DUIs over the holiday period, which is much higher than the 389 arrested in 2018. So, what’s the cause of such a large discrepancy? There’s no certainty, but part of it could be that the number of California Highway Patrol officers out on patrol was higher. There is also the possibility that there were simply more people driving while intoxicated, though that is unlikely to be the case. The CHP also reported that there were more fatalities during the 2019 holiday period than in the previous year. In 2018, 17 people died. In 2019, 24 people passed away in DUI-related incidents. The data that the CHP is referring to covers the dates from July 3 from 6:01 p.m. onward through Sunday, July 7 at 6:00 a.m. Overall, it’s safe to say that the police are looking for people who may be driving while intoxicated and are cracking down on impaired drivers. If you are stopped, know that you do have rights. Your attorney will help you fight the charges you face.

Suing for emotional distress is possible with an attorney’s help

On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in civil litigation on Thursday, April 4, 2019. While many people don’t believe it’s possible, you can actually sue for another person hurting your emotional state. Through civil litigation, it’s possible to seek compensation for the intentional infliction of emotional distress (IIED.) It isn’t always simple to prove IIED, so you’ll need to work with someone familiar with suing for emotional distress. Some of the things that you and your attorney will need to prove include that: The defendant was acting recklessly or intentionally to cause the distress The conduct was outrageous or extreme The act was the reason for your emotional distress You suffer from severe emotional distress as a result of the actions of the defendant There are a few different examples of how IIED can happen. This one is in a medical setting. Imagine a doctor is talking to you and about to perform an in-office treatment. If you mention that you’re in pain during the procedure, and the provider tells you to “stop being a baby” or curses at you, you may have a case against them for distress and malpractice. In a work environment, you might be able to file a lawsuit for IIED if your employer takes a photo of you, manipulates it and shares it to the point where you’re constantly harassed by co-workers. Overall, the court needs to see that the actions leading up to your emotional distress were not your everyday events. They need to be extreme, unusual, threatening and potentially harmful to you. Your attorney can help you build your case to show why you feel you should be awarded compensation.

Deep lacerations can have a lasting impact

On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in personal injury on Friday, March 22, 2019. Usually, when you hear about someone getting cut, you don’t think much of it. However, crash-related lacerations can be significant. Deep wounds and puncture wounds have a higher potential of becoming infected. They also pose the threat of impacting organs, muscles, bones and other tissues in the body. After a crash, those who have significant wounds will likely be transported to the hospital for the bleeding. After that, they must be assessed to determine the risk of infection. Some people will be able to take antibiotics for a period of time to reduce the risk of infection. Others will require surgery to clean out the wound and then be placed on antibiotics to prevent the surgical site from becoming infected. Are lacerations catastrophic injuries? Normally, lacerations aren’t considered to be catastrophic. These wounds tend to heal, though they may take a long time to do so. However, if a laceration impacts the spine, skull or a major organ, you may have a catastrophic injury that requires emergency care. It could go on to affect you for many months or years out of your life, lead to a disability or cause chronic pain. No matter what kind of injuries you’ve suffered, it’s always important to get the medical care you need. Even after you’re stabilized, you should be cautious about your injuries and return to the hospital or your medical provider if you have questions or don’t seem to be healing well. The person who caused the injuries should be held liable for your medical care, financial losses and any support you need while you focus on your recovery.

A California DUI can cause a life-changing conviction

On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in dui/dwi and drug crimes on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Getting arrested for a DUI is a big deal, no matter where you are. California is particularly harsh on drunk or impaired drivers, though. It has some of the most stringent impaired driving laws in the entire United States. In California, a first-offense DUI could lead to close to $2,000 in fines and the loss of a license. It can lead to jail time and force those convicted to enter into three-month alcohol education programs. Within a 10-year period, those who commit three offenses may spend up to 16 months in prison and face around $18,000 in fines and penalties. Those with a third-time offense may have to attend a 30-month alcohol treatment program regardless of whether they are alcoholics. Enhanced penalties are applied in cases where the person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) has exceeded .16 percent, and this also increases the risk of jail time and expensive fines. If this is not your first DUI, you could lose your license for up to 2 years on your second or up to 10 years on your third offense. There is even a chance that your vehicle could be confiscated or that you could have to use an ignition interlock device if you’re convicted of a DUI. These penalties are harsh, and you could find yourself struggling to make ends meet due to losing a job, not being able to drive and facing other personal difficulties. Your attorney can help you fight the charges against you, so you have the best chance of avoiding the most severe penalties that California allows.

Introducing children to new partners after divorce

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February 15, 2019
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On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC on Friday, February 15, 2019. You and your spouse agreed that a divorce was the right solution to your marital problems, but there was another issue to deal with — your children. You both want to be an active part of their lives, and they, being old enough to grasp what’s happening, even agree that this is the right thing to do. While this might seem like the best possible outcome, you know that the future isn’t going to be pleasant all the time. One thing you and your current spouse can’t agree on is if or when the children should be exposed to new partners after your divorce. You would like it if they could meet people you’re seeing after you’re in a committed relationship. Your spouse thinks you should wait to introduce anyone new until the children are older and less likely to be influenced by the revelation that their mom or dad has a new partner. Unless you move in together, there’s no reason, in their opinion, to shake up the children’s lives. The reality of this situation is that there is no easy answer as to what you should do. There are some things to consider, though, such as the age of your children, how long you’ve been divorced and the stability of your relationships. Timing is important when introducing new partners </div Timing is one of the most important elements when introducing a new partner. For example, if you know that your child is still struggling with your separation, it wouldn’t be a great time to introduce someone new. However, if your child is happy with things and has even asked you about when they’ll see a new love interest, then it might be an appropriate time to talk about it. Pick a fun way to introduce someone new </div Children under the age of 10 tend to be possessive of their parents and may be angry, confused or hurt when introduced to new people. A good way to counteract the resistance a child could put up to meeting a new partner is not to introduce them that way to begin with. Asking if a friend can come to dinner or to a movie with them is a good way to introduce the idea of having this person around and having a child accept them willingly as a potential parental figure later. Finally, wait until you’re certain about new partners before you introduce them. Stability is vital for kids, so you don’t want to introduce them to someone new only to have that person disappear out of their lives. Be cautious, so that you can provide your children only with strong, healthy relationships in their lives.

California man arrested for DUI had car on Autopilot

On behalf of Mohajer Law Firm, APC posted in dui/dwi and drug crimes on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. Cars that you can place in the “Autopilot” mode to essentially drive themselves are now a reality. While they aren’t common in California freeways just yet, you may have shared the road with one without realizing it. Tesla is one car manufacturer that makes vehicles with this feature. Having a car that you can program to drive itself, however, does not make driving under the influence legal. Late last month, California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers arrested a man in Palo Alto (interesting, the city where Tesla is headquartered) for DUI. When the driver didn’t stop for officers as he traveled south on Highway 101 at about 3:30 a.m., they followed him. Allegedly, the man was asleep at the wheel of the car, which was operating on Autopilot. According to the CHP, the 45-year-old man didn’t pass a field sobriety test. This isn’t the first incident of this kind, even in the Bay Area. Earlier this year, CHP officers arrested a man they found passed out behind the wheel of a Tesla. That man, who allegedly had a blood-alcohol level more than double the legal limit, reportedly told an officer that it was safe for him to drive because the Autopilot function on the car was set. While you might be safer driving under the influence in a vehicle set on Autopilot than in one that doesn’t have that feature, it’s still not safe. Further, the law doesn’t see any difference. If you’re relying on your “self-driving” car to get you home after you’ve been drinking, think again. Call an Uber or Lyft with a human (and presumably sober) driver behind the wheel. Whatever the circumstances, if you’re arrested for DUI, you need to take the matter seriously and seek legal representation. DUI convictions in California can have serious consequences.

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