Amanda Khiterman

Amanda Khiterman is a distinguished attorney and co-founder of Patterson, Lopez, Banuelos, Khiterman, LLP, in San Diego, California. Board-certified by The State Bar of California, she has dedicated nearly her entire career to the practice of family law, developing an unparalleled blend of courtroom prowess and negotiation acumen. Her practice encompasses a broad spectrum of matters, including:

• Custody and support disputes
• Complex relocation petitions
• High-conflict restraining orders
• Multiday trials
• Domestic violence
• Civil harassment proceedings
• Mediation

Whether litigating vigorously before the bench or pursuing creative alternative dispute resolution, Ms. Khiterman remains a steadfast advocate for her clients’ interests.

Raised in Brooklyn as a first-generation American, Ms. Khiterman draws upon her bicultural background and fluency in Russian and English to communicate effectively and empathically with diverse families. Her cultural sensitivity enhances her ability to address nuanced challenges and guide clients with compassion and clarity. Prior to founding her firm, she earned recognition as a senior associate at one of San Diego’s foremost family law practices.

Licensed to practice in California (2014), New Jersey (2015) and New York (2018), Ms. Khiterman exemplifies versatility and commitment to excellence. At the University of Massachusetts Amherst, she graduated cum laude with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in legal studies and communication.

Ms. Khiterman then earned her Juris Doctor from California Western School of Law, where her scholarship was published by Oxford University Press. Her dedication to public service has been honored with the Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services from The State Bar of California.

Guided by relentless dedication to standing up for her clients and a thoughtful, strategic approach to resolving disputes, Ms. Khiterman continues to steer her firm in providing compassionate, outcome-focused support for families navigating life’s most delicate and consequential turning points.