Danya Alhafidh

Attorney

Biography

Danya Alhafidh is an attorney at Doyle Quane, where she focuses on Family Law. She is dedicated to providing clients with comprehensive and compassionate legal guidance as they navigate complex legal matters. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Middle Eastern and North African Studies from UCLA and her Juris Doctorate from John F. Kennedy University College of Law.

Having personally experienced the complexities of family law, Danya understands the importance of stability, guidance, and compassion during times of uncertainty. This perspective drives her commitment to helping families through some of life’s most challenging moments.

Danya is an active member of the Contra Costa County Bar Association (CCCBA), Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA), and California Lawyers Association (CLA). She is also dedicated to pro bono work, regularly volunteering with the Alameda County Day of Court Program, where she provides self-help services to self-represented litigants, and volunteers with the Justice For All Center in Contra Costa County helping victims of domestic violence obtain the protections afforded to them by our legal system.

She has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Family Law, an honor awarded to only the top 2.5% of attorneys in California.

Outside of work, Danya enjoys exploring the East Bay’s scenic hiking trails, trying new restaurants in Danville and Walnut Creek, and spending time with family and friends. She is also an avid reader and enjoys learning about different cultures and histories, a passion that continues to shape her perspective both personally and professionally.

Education

• John F. Kennedy, School of Law, Pleasant Hill, California
  • J.D. – 2022
• University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Westwood, California
  • B.A. – 2010
  • Major: Middle Eastern and North African Studies

Bar Admissions

• California, 2023

Professional Associations

• Contra Costa Bar Association, Member
• Alameda Bar Association, Member
• California Lawyer Association (CLA) – Family Law Section, Member

Practice Areas

• Family Law 100%

Honors

• Selected to Rising Stars: 2024

Past Positions

• Candelaria LLP, Associate Attorney, 2023-2025