Victoria Diffenderfer

Of Counsel

Victoria Diffenderfer is a dedicated civil litigation attorney with a broad range of experience in complex legal matters. She focuses her practice on insurance and employment defense litigation, bringing a strategic, detail-oriented approach to every case.

Before transitioning to civil litigation, Victoria worked extensively in high-asset and intricate family law matters, developing a deep understanding of financial complexities, business valuations, and sensitive legal disputes. She also gained valuable experience in administrative law proceedings, further strengthening her ability to advocate effectively across various legal forums.

A graduate of the Santa Barbara Colleges of Law, Victoria refined her legal skills through an internship with Judge Brian Hill at the Santa Barbara County Superior Court. Since becoming a member of the State Bar of California, she has continued to build a reputation as a diligent and client-focused advocate.

Originally from Huntington Beach, California, since 2019 Victoria has called Santa Barbara home, where she lives with her family and two beloved dogs. Outside of work, she enjoys scuba diving, traveling, and making the most of California’s coastal beauty.

Professional Experience

  • Represented insurers and businesses in complex civil litigation, with a focus on insurance defense and employment law, handling liability disputes, workplace claims, and risk management.
  • Managed high-net-worth and complex family law cases, including business valuations, asset division, and sensitive family disputes, ensuring strategic legal solutions for clients.
  • Extensive experience handling work injury claims and administrative law matters, effectively managing regulatory compliance, claim disputes, and risk mitigation strategies.

Professional Associations

  • State Bar of California

Education

  • J.D., Santa Barbara Colleges of Law

Community Involvement

  • Santa Barbara Barristers, Vice President
  • Santa Barbara Women Lawyers Foundation, Secretary
  • Santa Barbara Women Lawyers Association, Secretary
  • Santa Barbara County Bar Association, Member
  • Santa Barbara County Mock Trial Grader, 2024 and 2025
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