Business Details
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in San Francisco
At DeLacey, Riebel & Shindell, we specialize in guiding clients through the complexities of family law with a mindful, client-centered approach. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in handling high-asset divorces, child custody disputes, spousal support negotiations, and complex property division cases. We prioritize individualized strategies, ensuring clients understand their legal options while maintaining emotional support throughout the process. Our team includes certified specialists in business valuation, stock option apportionment, and mediation, providing comprehensive solutions for intricate family law matters.We focus on transparent communication, helping clients create personalized roadmaps to navigate their cases effectively. With a proven track record in both litigation and amicable settlements, we empower clients to make informed decisions that protect their financial future and family relationships. Our practice emphasizes integrity, strategic guidance, and unwavering advocacy tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Asset Division
Child Custody
Complex Divorce
Spousal Support
Domestic Violence
Parentage
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
Highlights and features
- We handle complex financial aspects including business valuations and stock options.
- Our team includes certified specialists in family law mediation.
- We provide personalized case roadmaps with transparent communication.
- Proven success in high-asset and high-conflict divorce cases.
- Attorneys maintain active involvement in family law policy development.
Services
Asset Division
We specialize in complex asset division cases involving business ownership, real estate, stock options, and venture capital investments. Our attorneys provide strategic guidance for equitable distribution of high-value assets. With expertise in financial documentation analysis, we protect clients' economic interests during property division negotiations and litigation.
Child Custody
Our firm handles contentious child custody matters with sensitivity to family dynamics and children's well-being. We develop comprehensive parenting plans addressing visitation rights, decision-making authority, and relocation issues. With extensive courtroom experience, we advocate for custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights.
Complex Divorce
We represent clients in intricate divorce cases involving multiple properties, business interests, and international assets. Our team coordinates forensic accounting, tax analysis, and valuation experts to ensure complete financial transparency. Through strategic litigation or mediation, we resolve complex divorce matters while minimizing emotional and financial impact on clients.
Spousal Support
Our attorneys provide detailed analysis of spousal support obligations considering income disparities, lifestyle factors, and duration of marriage. We negotiate fair maintenance agreements and litigate when necessary. With deep understanding of California's support guidelines, we secure favorable outcomes for clients in temporary and permanent support determinations.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial agreements protecting individual assets and defining financial responsibilities. Our customized contracts address property characterization, inheritance rights, and potential spousal support provisions. With meticulous attention to legal requirements, we create enforceable agreements that provide clarity and security for both parties entering marriage.
People
Charles DeLacey
Partner, Shareholder
Specializes in family law cases involving business ownership, stock options, and complex financial assets. Provides strategic representation for high-net-worth clients during divorce proceedings.
Kelly J. Shindell
Partner, Shareholder
Focuses on complex family law matters including stock option apportionment, business valuation, and high-conflict child custody cases. Recognized for expertise in property characterization.
Jeff Riebel
Partner, Shareholder
Experienced litigator handling high-asset family law cases. Combines courtroom skills with business development expertise to achieve favorable client outcomes in complex divorce matters.
Alison Grcevich
Partner
Specializes in complex dissolution cases involving business valuation, real estate, and child custody disputes. Provides mediation services and drafts premarital agreements.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialize in?
We specialize in complex divorce cases involving business assets, child custody disputes, spousal support negotiations, property division, and prenuptial agreements.
How do you handle high-asset divorce cases?
Our team coordinates forensic accountants and valuation experts to ensure complete financial transparency while protecting client interests in business ownership and investment matters.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, our attorneys provide mediation services and draft premarital agreements while maintaining litigation readiness for contested cases.
What makes your approach different?
We combine legal expertise with emotional support, creating personalized case roadmaps while maintaining transparent communication throughout the legal process.
How are child custody decisions made?
We develop parenting plans focusing on children's best interests, addressing visitation rights, decision-making authority, and relocation considerations.
