Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Attorney in Alameda & Marin Counties
The Law Offices of Gerard A. Falzone have served clients in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 30 years, specializing in family law mediation and legal counseling. With a focus on resolving divorce and family law matters through agreement, the firm prioritizes transparency, client education, and compassionate advocacy. Gerard A. Falzone combines extensive experience in family law litigation with a commitment to minimizing emotional and financial strain for clients navigating complex legal transitions.The practice emphasizes efficient, client-centered solutions, offering services such as mediation, pre-divorce counseling, and post-judgment modifications while maintaining offices in Alameda and San Rafael for regional accessibility. Client testimonials highlight the firm's dedication to integrity, responsiveness, and achieving equitable outcomes.
Services
Divorce Mediation
Child Custody
Paternity
Legal Separation
Pre-Divorce Counseling
Spousal Support
Child Support
Annulment
Property Division
Post-Judgment Modifications
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of dedicated family law experience in the San Francisco Bay Area.
- Our practice focuses on mediation and collaborative solutions to minimize conflict and costs.
- We maintain transparent communication and keep clients informed throughout the legal process.
- Our services include free initial phone consultations for prospective clients.
- We operate from two convenient office locations in Alameda and San Rafael, CA.
What people say
Excellent attorney
Compassionate and effective
Smooth process
Highly recommend
Knowledgeable and patient
Services
Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation provides a collaborative alternative to courtroom litigation for resolving family law disputes. This process allows couples to negotiate terms amicably with a neutral mediator's guidance. The Law Offices of Gerard A. Falzone facilitate productive discussions on asset division, child custody, and support arrangements while maintaining confidentiality and reducing emotional stress. Clients benefit from cost-effective solutions that preserve relationships and prioritize mutual agreements over adversarial proceedings.
Child Custody and Visitation
Child custody and visitation services focus on establishing arrangements that serve children's best interests during family transitions. The firm guides clients through developing parenting plans, modifying existing agreements, and addressing relocation issues. Legal strategies emphasize maintaining stable relationships between children and both parents while considering evolving family dynamics. Services include court representation, mediation support, and drafting enforceable custody agreements tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Legal Separation
Legal separation services provide structured solutions for couples seeking formal arrangements without terminating marital status. The practice addresses property division, spousal support, and child-related matters while preserving specific benefits like health insurance coverage. Attorneys help clients understand implications of legal separation versus divorce, including requirements for eventual dissolution of marriage. Services include preparing documentation and representing clients in court proceedings to establish enforceable separation agreements.
Pre-Divorce Counseling
Pre-divorce legal counseling offers strategic guidance for individuals considering marital dissolution. The firm provides comprehensive analysis of property rights, potential support obligations, and procedural requirements before initiating formal proceedings. Clients receive personalized assessments of their legal position and options for navigating complex issues like business valuation and retirement account division. This service empowers informed decision-making while minimizing future conflicts through proactive planning.
Paternity
Paternity services establish legal parent-child relationships and address related custody, visitation, and support matters. The firm assists unmarried parents in obtaining court-recognized parentage determinations through voluntary agreements or contested proceedings. Services include establishing custody arrangements, calculating child support obligations, and modifying existing orders to reflect changing circumstances. Legal representation ensures protection of parental rights while prioritizing children's long-term well-being through stable, enforceable agreements.
People
Gerard A. Falzone
Attorney & Mediator
Gerard A. Falzone has practiced family law in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1982, specializing in mediation and collaborative divorce solutions. He earned his law degree from UC Berkeley and focuses on helping clients navigate complex family transitions with compassion and expertise. His practice emphasizes transparent communication and practical problem-solving to minimize conflict during legal separations and custody matters.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce mediation, child custody arrangements, spousal support determinations, legal separations, and paternity cases throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary phone consultations to discuss your family law concerns and determine the best approach for your specific situation.
How does mediation differ from litigation?
Mediation offers a collaborative process with reduced costs and emotional strain, while litigation involves court decisions. We prioritize mediation but will advocate aggressively in court when necessary.
Can you help with post-divorce modifications?
Yes, we handle post-judgment modifications for child custody, visitation rights, and support arrangements when circumstances change after divorce proceedings conclude.
What areas do you serve?
Our offices in Alameda and San Rafael serve clients throughout Alameda, Marin, San Francisco, Contra Costa, Solano, and San Mateo Counties.
