Experienced Family Law Attorney
Sue Saign is a dedicated family law attorney who focuses her practice exclusively on family law, guiding individuals and families through some of life's most challenging transitions with clarity, care, and steady counsel. Sue understands that family law matters are rarely just legal issues - they're deeply personal moments that require both skilled advocacy and genuine compassion. She has been consecutively selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list each year from 2020 through 2025. The "Rising Stars" distinction is a highly selective honor reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys in a state who are 40 years old or younger, or have been in practice for 10 years or less.
A Foundation Built on Determination
Sue's path to law was shaped by resilience. She graduated as Valedictorian of her law school class while simultaneously balancing her education, work, and raising her young son. This achievement is more than an academic honor - it reflects the same diligence, determination, and unwavering commitment that Sue brings to every client she represents today.
Deep Experience in Complex Family Matters
Throughout her career, Sue has handled complex and sensitive family law cases, including those involving child custody disputes and domestic violence dynamics. She brings a rare combination to these cases: sharp legal skill paired with the personal steadiness families need when facing some of the most difficult circumstances of their lives. Clients trust Sue not only for her legal acumen, but for her ability to remain a strong, capable presence during uncertain times.
A Commitment to the Legal Profession
Beyond her practice, Sue has shared her expertise as a law professor at Lincoln Law School of San Jose - a role that speaks to both the depth of her legal knowledge and her broader commitment to shaping the future of the profession. Her time in academia has further sharpened the strategic, thoughtful approach she brings to every case.
Life Beyond the Law
When she's not in the courtroom or working with clients, Sue cherishes time with her family. She enjoys singing, traveling, swimming, and giving back to her community - values that reflect the same sense of connection and dedication she brings to her legal practice.
Sue has recently received awards and participated in:
- 2026 Super Lawyers-peer nominations and evaluations with independent research, considering experience, results, professional achievements, and other indicators of excellence. No more than 5% of attorneys in each state are selected annually.
- 2025-present Board of Directors on Dependency Advocacy Center (DAC)
- NITA Trial Advocacy and Deposition training
- The Susan O. Fish Award for Alumnus of the Year from her law school
- Board of Trustees for the SCCBA
- Barristers Leadership Program
- William Ingraham Inns of Court 2012-2016
- Gilroy Leadership Program: Class of 2016
- Office of Violence Against Women Santa Clara County Grant Committee Review Team
- Gilroy Chamber of Commerce
- Santa Clara County Bar Association
- South County Bar Association
- Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association