Atty. Jonathan Kwan
Jonathan Kwan is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, spousal support and 7 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 17+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan Kwan at a Glance
Jonathan Kwan is an Attorney based in San Diego, California, practicing at South Coast Trial Lawyers. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on car accidents, divorce, child custody, wrongful death, and child support. Admitted to practice in California (2009) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2009). Educated at University of Arkansas School of Law at Fayetteville (J.D., 2008) and University of Southern California (B.A., 2005). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan Kwan
- Jonathan Kwan is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, spousal support and 7 other areas of law
- Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Jonathan practices at South Coast Trial Lawyers in San Diego, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan Kwan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Kwan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Car Accidents in San Diego
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jonathan Kwan is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →
Divorce in San Diego
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Jonathan Kwan is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →
Child Custody & Visitation in San Diego
Jonathan Kwan is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →
Wrongful Death in San Diego
Jonathan Kwan is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →
Child Support in San Diego
Jonathan Kwan is one of 24,443 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Diego are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Diego Choose Jonathan Kwan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jonathan Kwan's practice in the field of car accidents, divorce, child custody, wrongful death, and child support.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan Kwan brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Jonathan Kwan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, divorce, and child custody, Jonathan Kwan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Jonathan Kwan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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