Vanessa Diaz, Esq.

Bio

Vanessa Diaz is an attorney at Sargent Law Firm, and has worked in the area of law for over 10 years. Vanessa finds job fulfillment in fighting for client’s justice and compensation after an accident.  Vanessa was driven to a career as a lawyer because she wanted to make a difference and help others.  Vanessa attended undergrad at Florida Atlantic University, and worked in the university student government. Upon graduation, Vanessa began working as a legal assistant.

After 3 years of working as a legal assistant, Vanessa attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law where she also continued her legal work as a law clerk. She graduated law school, and was admitted to the California Bar.  Vanessa chose to continue her new career as an attorney with the Sargent Law Firm. Becoming an attorney was one of Vanessa’s proudest moments, as she is the first attorney ever in her family.

Vanessa is most proud of her accomplishment of being a wonderful mother to her twins. She enjoys cooking, art with her kids, watching the LA Lakers, and family poker nights.

Education

Undergrad: Florida Atlantic University

Major: Criminal Justice

Years attended: 4

Awards/Organizations: 

• FAU Student Government
• Gildas Club
• Women in Distress volunteer

Law School: Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Years attended: 3

Licensed in: California