Who is Larissa L. Lazarus?

A native of Arizona, Larissa moved to San Diego to attend Thomas Jefferson School of Law and found her forever home, here in San Diego. Jennifer and Larissa met in their 1st year of law school and became each other’s support system throughout law school, and beyond. Twenty-something years later, they are both deep into their careers, married and proud girl moms!  

Larissa started working at her current firm, Miller Legal Center in 2005. Initially, she worked primarily in personal injury and then became one of the most highly respected bankruptcy attorneys in San Diego. 

Attorney Larissa L. Lazarus is a volunteer mediator for the United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of California and the Pro Bono San Diego Bankruptcy Clinic through the United States Bankruptcy Court. In 2019, Larissa received the prestigious award of Mediator of the Year by the United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District. She served as a member of the San Diego Bankruptcy Court’s Local Rules Committee overseen by Chief Bankruptcy Judge Laura S. Taylor.

Larissa was selected to Rising Stars 2015 – 2017 and selected to Super Lawyers for 2023 – 2025. This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Super Lawyers selection process considers peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors.

Beginning in 2007, Larissa started teaching paralegal courses as an adjunct professor at Southwestern College and more recently at the University of San Diego. Larissa is a lifelong animal lover. She brings her rescue dog Sito with her whenever possible. 

Larissa serves as of counsel to San Diego Family Mediation Center, providing oversight and guidance in the drafting of legal documents and ensures compliance with legal standards.

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Empowering Families, Resolving Conflicts. Trusted Professionals, Tailored Solutions.

Why Mediation?

Larissa has mediated a variety of cases, including divorce cases, over her career. While she enjoys her time in court for personal injury and bankruptcy cases, her personal experienced with divorce litigation (not her own, but someone close to her) has strengthened her belief in mediation to resolve family law She has witnessed the disturbing view reality of divorce litigation and how deeply negative the impact is on the participants, their children, their co-workers and even friends and other family members. She has seen firsthand the depth of toxicity divorce cases can quickly become toxic and financially devastating. Divorce is difficult but it doesn’t have to be toxic. 

This has given her a new passion to help those she can through a peaceful process like divorce mediation. While she is a busy lady in her bankruptcy practice and personally injury practice, she is available at San Diego Family Mediation Center to assist with family law matters. She is especially helpful if you or your partner may also be facing financial difficulties. 

Larissa is available for a bankruptcy consultation if you are facing a potential bankruptcy and wondering how that may affect a potential divorce. You can reach out to us and we will connect you or you can reach out to her directly: 619-574-0551

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