Attorneys & Support Team

Joanne Zhou 

founder / partner
certified family law specialist

Ms. Joanne Zhou is the founder and managing partner of The Zhou Law Group, and is a Certified Family Law Specialist. As a licensed attorney, she has represented more than 1,500 family law cases in the past 10 years. She is also a prominent legal figure, with her interviews and insights on trending news having amassed over 50,000,000 views on Tencent News, the largest online news media in China, and on many other media outlets in the US.

Ms. Zhou is proficient in both English and Chinese, and she has extensive experience in handling complex, high-asset, and international divorce cases. She has successfully defended the legal rights of over a thousand of first-generation immigrants in the US from 20 countries and minority clients in family court, greatly amplifying their voices and contributing to a more diverse and inclusive legal industry.

Education:

China University of Political Science and Law, LLB.

Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D.

Rejeanne M. Eyre

senior counsel
certified family law specialist

Ms. Rejeanne M. Eyre has been a licensed attorney since 2006 and has been a Certified Family Law Specialist since 2013. She has been exclusively practicing in family law for over 17 years and has handled more than 1,000 family law cases, showcasing her expertise and dedication in this legal field.

Ms. Eyre has successfully secured attorney’s fee awards for many of her clients. Recently, she obtained such an award exceeding $150,000. She has received 5-star reviews from clients on Avvo.com, a prominent online platform for reviewing legal professionals. She was also honored three times as a “Top Lawyer” in family law by Palm Springs Life Magazine. Additionally, she previously served as the President of the Family Law section of the Desert Bar Association.

Education:

University of British Columbia, B.A.

Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, J.D.

Natalie Schneider

managing attorney

Ms. Natalie Schneider has been in the legal industry for 15 years and has become a highly acclaimed family law attorney, specializing in this field for eight years. Throughout her career, Ms. Schneider has successfully handled over 1,000 family law cases across all practice areas, demonstrating exceptional experience in all aspects of family law.

Ms. Schneider has been recognized by Super Lawyers magazine as a ‘Rising Star’ top family law attorney every year since 2021. Only 2.5% of lawyers are selected for inclusion on the Rising Stars list each year in each state. Before joining The Zhou Law Group, Ms. Schneider was a managing and associate attorney at several top law firms in Southern California.

Education:

Loyola Marymount University, B.A.

University of San Diego School of Law, J.D.

Dorothy Mou

senior associate attorney

Ms. Dorothy Mou has been practicing family law as a licensed attorney for over seven years, and during her six-year tenure at The Zhou Law Group, where she has handled hundreds of family law cases, she has achieved an exceptional record of almost 100% customer satisfaction and zero complaints.

Ms. Mou is a reliable and accomplished divorce lawyer with extensive experience in all aspects of family law matters. As a Silicon Valley native, Ms. Mou offers her legal services in both English and Chinese.

Education:

University of California, Los Angeles, B.A.

Western State University School of Law, J.D.

Stephen H. McCall

senior associate attorney

Mr. Stephen H. McCall has worked exclusively in family law practice as a licensed attorney for over six years, successfully handling over 400 cases across all practice areas.Mr. McCall’s extensive courtroom experience and analytical approach have garnered him a stellar reputation among many clients.

Originally from Hawaii and a resident of Los Angeles for over 16 years, Mr. McCall earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and East Asian Languages and Cultures from the University of Southern California, graduating magna cum laude. He also studied for a year at Waseda University, a top-five university in Japan. His diverse educational background enables him to effectively serve the needs of both domestic and international clients.

Education:

University of Southern California, B.A.

Loyola Law School, J.D.

Jackielyn Abellada

senior associate attorney
certified family law specialist

Ms. Jackielyn Abellada has been a licensed attorney since 2007 and a Certified Family Law Specialist since 2020. Over the past eight years, she has exclusively practiced family law and handled more than 700 cases. Ms. Abellada’s work quality and efficiency have resulted in numerous successes in motions and trials, and her clients, judges, and colleagues speak highly of her.

As a member of the Minor’s Counsel Panel for Los Angeles County, Ms. Abellada draws on her experience working at non-profit organizations to be mindful of billing, particularly when clients have financial concerns. Her personal experience of immigrating to the United States with her parents during childhood also gives her a profound understanding of the needs of first-generation immigrant clients.

Education:

University of California Los Angeles, B.A

Fordham University School of Law, J.D.

Bernard P. Bray

of counsel

Since 1983, Mr. Bernard P. Bray has been a licensed attorney who has earned widespread recognition and respect within the legal community for his 30 years of extensive experience and successful outcomes in handling routine and complex criminal cases. In case where our family law cases escalate to criminal court, particularly those involving domestic violence, Mr. Bray provides comprehensive legal services to our clients.

Education:

University of California at Santa Cruz, B.A.

Golden Gate University School of Law, J.D.

Brandi L. Stuart

case manager

Ms. Brandi L. Stuart has been practicing family law as an Executive Juris Doctor paralegal and case manager for over 20 years. She has handled over 1,200 family law cases, including many high asset and complex cases. Prior to joining the Zhou Law Group, Ms. Stuart worked at several top family law firms in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. Her extensive knowledge and exceptional paralegal skills enable her to efficiently manage the firm’s cases with proficiency.

Education:

Portland State University, B.S.

Concord Law School, Executive Juris Doctor

Los Angeles Mission College, Paralegal Certificate

Karina Granados-Salas

senior paralegal

Ms. Karina Granados-Salas, with over 24 years of experience in the legal field and more than 18 years in family law, has successfully handled over 700 family law cases as a senior paralegal. Notably, she was commented as “the best paralegal” by the previous honorable judge Hector E. Ramon in Santa Clara County Superior Court. In addition, Ms. Salas offers her experience as a notary public as a service to our clients. She has the skills to handle complicated cases and sensitive matters, solve problems under pressure, and meet short deadlines.

Education:

Evergreen Valley College, A.S.

Teona Chan

senior paralegal

Ms. Teona Chan is a highly skilled senior paralegal with a Juris Doctor degree and over seven years of experience exclusively in family law. She has successfully handled over 800 family law cases, including many high-asset and complicated matters. Fluent in both English and Chinese, Ms. Teona provides legal services to a diverse range of clients. In 2023, she took the California bar exam, and is eager to grow to be a family law attorney in the near future.

Education:

Woodbury University, B.Arch.

Trinity Law School, J.D.

Kayley Self

senior paralegal

Ms. Kayley Self is a seasoned senior paralegal who primarily specializes in family law while also possessing secondary experience in civil and probate matters. Having practiced family law in California for nearly six years, she has successfully handled over 300 cases in all aspects of the field. Ms. Self earned her paralegal certificate from UCLA Extension and is highly acclaimed for her legal and clerical skills. With an objective-driven approach, she is adept at leading and coordinating various cases effectively and efficiently.

Education:

Christopher Newport University, B.A.

UCLA Extension, Paralegal Certificate

Paul Torres

senior paralegal

Mr. Paul Torres is a certified senior paralegal with five years of experience in family law, having successfully handled over 350 family law cases. He brings a wealth of multitasking skills, superb customer service experience, and an acute attention to detail toward helping families in transition. Mr. Torres is also a member of the Paralegal Studies Advisory Committee at Skyline College, demonstrating his dedication to the legal field beyond his individual casework.

Education:

San Francisco State University, B.A.

Skyline College, Associate Degree, Paralegal Certificate, Legal Technology Certificate

Lily Zhang

Account Manager and Paralegal

Ms. Lily Zhang is our account manager and paralegal who provides legal services in both English and Chinese. She passed the California State Bar exam in 2022. Prior to joining us, she worked as a paralegal in San Jose and practiced as a licensed attorney in Beijing, China for 18 years.

As an account manager, Ms. Zhang provides comprehensive customer service, including consultations, appointment scheduling, billing, payment inquiries, and client relations. Ms. Zhang received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Law from Peking University, ranked number one in China and 23rd globally in the QS World University Ranking for law schools in 2020.

Education:

Peking University, China, Bachelor of Law

Peking University, China, Master of Intellectual Property Law

Australian National University, China, Master of Project Management

Cynthia Longoria

legal assistant

Ms. Cynthia Longoria is our legal assistant with over 15 years of experience working in law firms, including 9 years at a large law firm with 70 attorneys. She provides comprehensive administrative and legal services, including consultation, appointment scheduling, billing and payment inquiries, client relations, E-filling, and daily office administration. Ms. Longoria is committed to delivering exceptional service to clients and is a trusted member of our team.

Anna Yang

administrative assistant

Ms. Anna Yang is our administrative assistant responsible for customer service consultation, appointment scheduling, and other daily administrative tasks. She was a former client of our firm and achieved excellent results in closing her case. Her personal experience provides her with valuable knowledge in family law, which she utilizes to serve our clients effectively. Prior to joining us, Ms. Yang worked as an administrative assistant for various companies in California and China.

Education:

Central South University, China, Administrative management