Vivian H. Phan - Honolulu, HI

VIVIAN H. PHAN is an Associate Attorney with Coates, Frey & Hackett, AAL LLLC, where her practice focuses on family law matters, including divorce, child custody and support, post decree matters, and other domestic relations disputes. Licensed to practice in both Hawaii and Maryland, Vivian brings to her practice a background rooted in public-interest law, client advocacy, and trauma informed representation. As the daughter of Vietnamese immigrants and a first-generation attorney, Vivian developed a strong commitment to increasing access to legal services and advocating for individuals navigating difficult and often deeply personal circumstances. She was recognized by the University of Baltimore School of Law for her commitment to pro bono service and public-interest work.

Before joining Coates Frey & Hackett, Vivian worked with Maryland Center for Legal Assistance, a subsidiary of Maryland Legal Aid, where she assisted clients with matters including elder abuse, landlord-tenant disputes, protective orders, and other prelitigation matters. During law school, she served as a Student Attorney with the University of Baltimore School of Law’s Immigrant Justice Clinic, representing survivors of violent sexual assault in pursuing U Visas.

Vivian also served as a judicial intern to the Honorable Donna M. Schaeffer, Administrative Judge of the Circuit Court of Anne Arundel County in Annapolis, Maryland, where she conducted legal research and assisted with complex case analysis. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore and graduated ahead of schedule, while also holding leadership positions with the Women’s Bar Association, Diversity Council, and Asian Pacific American Law Student Association. She earned her undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Stevenson University, while also studying at the University of Melbourne, Australia.

Vivian is fluent in Vietnamese and is committed to serving clients from diverse backgrounds. Her experiences in public interest, and immigration advocacy continue to shape her approach to family law, where she strives to provide thoughtful, meaningful, and compassionate representation to clients during challenging periods in their lives.