Danya represents individuals and families navigating complex family law challenges, including cases with cross-border components. Born and raised in Oklahoma to a German mother and Syrian father, she possesses a unique blend of Midwestern values and global perspective. This multicultural upbringing instilled in her a deep understanding of diverse cultures and effective cross-cultural communication, crucial skills when addressing the complexities of international family dynamics.
Danya provides sophisticated legal counsel in high-stakes family law matters, including cross-border divorce and custody, prenuptial agreements, and child relocation disputes. She represents clients in divorce proceedings involving multi-jurisdictional assets, international child custody disputes (including Hague Convention cases), and the enforcement of foreign judgments. As a skilled negotiator with a proven track record of securing favorable private settlements, Danya prioritizes strategic legal thinking and decisive action. A seasoned trial lawyer with extensive courtroom experience, including first-chair jury trial experience in defending parental rights – a distinction held by few Oklahoma attorneys in private practice – she is prepared to advocate for her clients’ interests in the courtroom when necessary.
Danya’s commitment to providing the highest level of legal representation is reflected in her ongoing professional development. She has completed advanced training at prestigious institutions such as the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers’ Institute for Family Law Associates and the National Family Law Trial Institute. Her dedication to excellence has been recognized by her peers and leading legal publications, including Lawdragon, Super Lawyers Rising Stars, and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
