Business Details
Santa Rosa Family Law Attorney
The Family Law Office is dedicated to providing personalized legal representation for individuals navigating complex family law matters. Our practice focuses on understanding each client's unique needs and developing tailored strategies to achieve their objectives, whether through mediation or litigation. With over 15 years of experience in family law, including prior roles with the Sonoma County District Attorney and Child Support Department, we bring deep expertise to cases involving divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division.Our approach emphasizes client education and empowerment, ensuring informed decision-making throughout the legal process. We serve clients across Sonoma County with a commitment to compassionate advocacy and practical solutions.
Services
Child Custody
Child Support
Spousal Support
Property Division
Restraining Orders
Marvin Actions
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of dedicated family law experience
- Our attorney previously worked with Sonoma County District Attorney
- We serve Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Petaluma and all Sonoma County communities
- We provide both mediation and aggressive litigation options
- Our case plans are tailored to each client's specific needs
Services
Child Custody
Child custody services determine decision-making authority and visitation schedules while prioritizing children's best interests. Our firm helps clients navigate complex custody disputes through mediation or litigation. We focus on creating practical solutions that maintain children's relationships with both parents while addressing safety and well-being concerns.
Property Division
Property division services handle equitable distribution of marital assets and debts during divorce proceedings. We assist clients with valuing and dividing real estate, retirement accounts, and other complex assets. Our approach ensures fair outcomes while protecting clients' financial interests through thorough documentation and negotiation.
Spousal Support
Spousal support services address financial obligations between divorcing or separated partners. We help clients understand their rights and obligations regarding temporary and permanent support arrangements. Our representation considers factors like income disparities, career sacrifices, and standard of living when determining appropriate support amounts.
Restraining Orders
Restraining order services provide legal protection for individuals facing domestic violence or threats. We assist clients in obtaining emergency and long-term protective orders through swift legal action. Our approach prioritizes client safety while navigating the court system to enforce legal boundaries against abusers.
Marvin Actions
Marvin actions address property division and financial support for unmarried cohabiting partners. We represent clients in civil court proceedings to enforce verbal or written agreements between unmarried couples. Our services include asset valuation, agreement interpretation, and advocacy for fair financial outcomes when relationships end.
People
Brian Lanz
Attorney
Brian Lanz has practiced family law for over 15 years after working with the Sonoma County District Attorney. He focuses on divorce, custody, and support cases while emphasizing client-centered solutions. Raised by divorced parents, he understands the emotional and financial challenges clients face.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, restraining orders, and Marvin actions for unmarried couples throughout Sonoma County.
How do you approach client representation?
We prioritize client education and tailored case plans, using mediation when possible but aggressively advocating in court when necessary to protect your interests.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, Petaluma, Cotati, Windsor, and all communities within Sonoma County, California.
What experience does your attorney have?
Our attorney has 15+ years of family law experience, including work with the Sonoma County District Attorney and Child Support Department before establishing this practice.
How are child support amounts determined?
California's statutory guidelines consider both parents' incomes, custody arrangements, and children's needs to establish fair child support amounts during divorce proceedings.
