Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Firm in Oakland, CA
Founded in 2010, our firm specializes in family law, serving clients across Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Marin, San Mateo, Sonoma, Napa, Solano, and Santa Clara counties. We prioritize integrity, advocacy, and understanding, working closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that align with their goals. Our team combines decades of collective experience in litigation, mediation, and collaborative law to address complex family law matters. We are committed to maintaining transparency and keeping clients informed throughout every stage of their case. With a focus on compassion and personalized attention, we strive to empower clients to make informed decisions.Our attorneys hold certifications as Family Law Specialists and have earned recognition for their expertise and community involvement. We offer mediation services to facilitate amicable resolutions while remaining prepared to advocate aggressively when necessary. Our practice extends to unique areas such as palimony actions and assisted reproductive technology litigation. By blending litigation experience with a client-centered approach, we aim to deliver effective legal solutions. Our team actively contributes to legal education and community service initiatives, reinforcing our dedication to excellence and accessibility in family law.
Services
Dissolution of Marriage
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Mediation Services
Collaborative Law
Post-judgment Modifications
Adoption Proceedings
Domestic Violence Orders
Marital Agreements
Palimony Actions
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of focused family law experience.
- Our attorneys are certified Family Law Specialists by the California State Bar.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to client needs.
- We combine litigation expertise with mediation and collaborative law approaches.
- Our team actively contributes to legal education and community service initiatives.
Associations and certifications
- California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Consummate professional
Excellent command of procedural pathways
Forthright about rights
Personalized legal strategies
Compassionate advocacy
Services
Dissolution of Marriage
Our firm provides comprehensive legal representation for divorce proceedings, including asset division, child custody, and spousal support. We focus on protecting client interests while minimizing conflict through negotiation or litigation. With extensive experience in complex cases, we ensure strategic advocacy tailored to individual circumstances.
Child Custody
We handle child custody and visitation cases with sensitivity to family dynamics, prioritizing children's well-being. Our attorneys advocate for fair custody arrangements while addressing parental rights and responsibilities. We assist with modifications and enforcement of existing orders to adapt to changing circumstances.
Mediation Services
Certified mediators guide couples through cooperative dispute resolution for divorce and family law matters. This cost-effective alternative to litigation fosters mutual agreements while maintaining control over outcomes. We help clients achieve amicable solutions without court intervention.
Palimony Actions
We represent clients in palimony cases involving financial support for unmarried partners. Our team handles both claims and defenses in these complex matters, addressing property rights and support obligations for long-term relationships without formal marriage.
Collaborative Law
This client-centered approach resolves family law disputes through structured negotiations without court involvement. Our trained collaborative attorneys work with clients to create customized solutions for divorce, custody, and support matters while maintaining respectful communication.
People
Amanda J. List
Partner
Partner with 20+ years of family law experience, certified mediator, and former Chair of Alameda County Bar Association committees. Graduated from UC Berkeley Law and practices since 2004.
Michelle Jacobson-Kwok
Partner
Certified Family Law Specialist with expertise in complex litigation, including international custody disputes. Active in legal education and community service since joining the bar in 2004.
Paul W. Thorndal
Partner
Experienced litigator specializing in family law and palimony cases. Recognized as Northern California Super Lawyer with appellate experience in assisted reproduction law since 1995.
Brittani N. Lash
Associate
Recent California Bar admittee with background in criminal defense and family law. Active in legal advocacy groups and serves as co-chair of San Francisco Bar Family Law Section.
Questions
What areas of law does your firm specialize in?
We focus exclusively on family law, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, mediation, and complex matters like palimony actions and assisted reproductive technology litigation.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, our attorneys are trained mediators who provide neutral mediation services to help clients resolve disputes amicably and cost-effectively.
How do you handle complex property division cases?
Our team has extensive experience in dividing complex assets, including businesses and premarital property, through strategic litigation and negotiation.
Are your attorneys certified specialists?
Yes, multiple attorneys hold certification as Family Law Specialists by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.
What counties do you serve?
We represent clients in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Marin, San Mateo, Sonoma, Napa, Solano, and Santa Clara counties.
