Biography
Brooke Harris is an Associate Attorney I at Modern Family Law, based in San Jose, California. She represents clients in family law matters with a practical, transparent approach, focused on helping individuals and families navigate change with clarity and confidence.
Brooke dedicated her legal education to family law and expanding access to critical legal resources for the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout law school, she co-founded and led multiple pro bono initiatives, including a healthcare directives clinic and a name change clinic in partnership with local organizations.
Her legal experience spans a wide range of client-focused law, including family law, dependency law, estate planning, tenants’ rights, and personal injury.
Brooke approaches family law with the understanding that while clients may be experiencing what feels like a breaking point, it is also a starting point. She sees structure in the midst of chaos and is committed to helping clients understand their options, regain a sense of control, and move forward with purpose.
One of the first questions Brooke asks her clients is simple but powerful: “What matters most to you right now?”
Brooke’s strategy begins with listening. She takes the time to understand her clients’ priorities, concerns, and long-term goals, recognizing that no two families — and no two solutions — are the same. Her approach balances empathy with practicality, ensuring that each decision aligns not only with what clients want in the moment but with what will best support their future and the well-being of their children.
While Brooke values resolution through thoughtful negotiation whenever possible, she is prepared to advocate firmly when needed. She is committed to pursuing strategies that protect her clients’ interests, provide stability, and lead to durable outcomes. Throughout the process, Brooke remains transparent and collaborative, guiding clients through each step so they feel informed, supported, and confident in the path forward.
Brooke Harris earned her Juris Doctor from UC Law San Francisco (formerly known as UC Hastings) in 2025. During law school, she held senior positions on both the UC Law SF Communications & Entertainment Journal and the UC Law SF Environmental Law Journal, reflecting her broad academic interests and strong writing background.
Brooke’s law school career was defined by leadership and service. She served as President of UC Law SF’s If/When/How chapter (2024–2025) and Co-President of OUTlaw (2023–2024), where she helped build and expand impactful pro bono programming. Her work included founding healthcare directives clinics in collaboration with community partners and leading pro bono advocacy trips across the country, supporting LGBTQ+ individuals seeking legal stability and recognition.