Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Mediation Services
Fox & Bank LLP has dedicated its 25-year history to transforming family law practice through innovative, client-centered solutions. Our firm shifted focus in 2022 to specialize in out-of-court resolutions while maintaining decades of litigation expertise. We serve as neutral mediators and strategic consultants, guiding clients through complex family law matters with personalized attention. Our attorneys, recognized as Superlawyers since 2004 and featured in U.S.News Best Lawyers, combine technical mastery with compassionate counsel. We prioritize ethical practice, timely communication, and child-focused outcomes while mentoring emerging legal professionals. Our holistic approach addresses emotional, financial, and legal dimensions of family transitions, maintaining Contra Costa and Alameda Counties' trust as premier family law specialists.
Services
Mediation Services
Legal Consultation
Settlement Facilitation
Child Custody Guidance
Property Division
Domestic Violence Cases
Second Opinions
Complex Family Law
Divorce Representation
Co-Parenting Plans
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of family law experience in California courts
- Our attorneys specialize in out-of-court conflict resolution strategies
- Client-first philosophy prioritizes emotional and financial well-being
- Recognized as Superlawyers since 2004 by Los Angeles Magazine
- Holistic approach addresses legal, financial, and child-centered considerations
Associations and certifications
- U.S. News Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
- Superlawyers
Services
Mediation Services
Our mediation services facilitate out-of-court family law resolutions through neutral facilitation. With decades of litigation experience, we guide clients through property division, custody arrangements, and support agreements while maintaining strict confidentiality. Our process emphasizes creative problem-solving for sustainable agreements.
Legal Consultation
We provide expert legal consultations for complex family law matters including high-asset divorces and business valuations. Our attorneys offer second opinions and strategic guidance while maintaining client autonomy in decision-making processes throughout California's family court system.
Child Custody Guidance
Specialized child custody services focus on developing comprehensive parenting plans that prioritize children's best interests. We address visitation schedules, decision-making authority, and co-parenting strategies while navigating California's family law frameworks for long-term stability.
Property Division
Our property division expertise handles complex financial matters including business valuations, stock options, and international investments. We employ forensic accounting techniques and legal strategies to ensure equitable distribution of marital assets according to California community property laws.
Settlement Facilitation
Settlement facilitation services help parties achieve binding agreements through structured negotiations. We utilize our litigation experience to identify settlement ranges, evaluate risks, and craft durable solutions for spousal support, asset division, and child custody arrangements.
People
Brigeda D. Bank
Partner
With 30+ years of family law experience, Brigeda Bank specializes in complex divorce settlements and child custody matters. Her mediation expertise has resolved numerous high-asset cases while maintaining client confidentiality and emotional well-being throughout the legal process.
A. Kathryn Fox
Partner
Kathryn Fox brings decades of litigation experience to her mediation practice, focusing on creative solutions for complex family law issues. Recognized as a Superlawyer since 2004, she specializes in guiding clients through property division and spousal support negotiations.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in mediation, legal consultation, child custody arrangements, property division, and settlement facilitation for complex family law matters in California.
How does your mediation process work?
Our mediation process uses structured negotiations to resolve disputes outside court, focusing on creative solutions while maintaining confidentiality and client decision-making authority.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our partners have 30+ years of combined family law experience, recognized as Superlawyers since 2004 with expertise in complex divorce and high-asset cases.
Can I get a second opinion on my case?
Yes, we provide confidential second opinions and strategic guidance without requiring full representation, helping clients make informed decisions about their family law matters.
Do you handle cases outside Contra Costa County?
While based in Walnut Creek, we handle cases throughout Alameda County and provide consultation services for California family law matters statewide.
