Marin County Divorce and Family Law Attorney
The Geller Firm represents clients in divorce, custody, support, restraining order, and prenuptial agreement matters throughout Marin County.
Family Court
Marin County Superior Court, Civic Center, San Rafael
3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903
Our Offices
Two Bay Area Offices
50 California Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94111
2950 Buskirk Ave, Suite 300
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Family Law in Marin County
Marin divorces often involve significant real estate, trusts, and business or investment income, which makes careful characterization of separate and community property especially important.
Family Law Services in Marin County
Cities and Communities We Serve
Incorporated Cities (11)
- Belvedere
- Corte Madera
- Fairfax
- Larkspur
- Mill Valley
- Novato
- Ross
- San Anselmo
- San Rafael
- Sausalito
- Tiburon
Unincorporated Communities (9)
- Bolinas
- Kentfield
- Lagunitas-Forest Knolls
- Marin City
- Point Reyes Station
- Stinson Beach
- Strawberry
- Tamalpais-Homestead Valley
- Woodacre
Don't see your city? If your case is in Marin County Superior Court, we can help.
Why Clients Choose The Geller Firm
- Michael Geller, JD, MBA, PAA Super Lawyers Rising Star who brings legal, business, and healthcare training to complex financial and parenting issues.
- Financial depthExperience with equity compensation, business valuation, tracing, and high income support.
- Local and responsiveOffices in Walnut Creek and San Francisco, with remote appearances where the court allows.
- Clear strategyHonest assessments, realistic timelines, and a plan built around your goals and your children.
How a Marin County Case Moves Forward
Cases are filed in the Superior Court of California, County of Marin, and family matters are heard at the Marin County Superior Court, Civic Center, San Rafael, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. A typical divorce begins with a petition and service, followed by financial disclosures, any requests for temporary orders on custody or support, child custody mediation or recommending counseling when parenting is disputed, and then settlement or trial. California's six month waiting period (Family Code section 2339) runs from service or appearance.
For courtroom departments, mediation, self help centers, local rules, and forms, see our Marin County Family Court Guide.
Marin County Family Law FAQ
Can I file for divorce in Marin County?
Under California Family Code section 2320, a divorce judgment requires that one spouse has lived in California for six months and in the county where the case is filed for three months before filing. If you have not met the Marin County requirement yet, you can file for legal separation first and, once you meet the residency requirements, amend your petition to request a divorce (Family Code section 2321). We can talk through whether that makes sense for you.
How long does a California divorce take?
Under Family Code section 2339, a divorce cannot become final until at least six months after the respondent is served or appears in the case. Many cases take longer, depending on how quickly the spouses resolve property, support, and parenting issues.
Where is the Marin County family court?
Family law matters in Marin County are heard at the Marin County Superior Court, Civic Center, San Rafael, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. For departments, mediation, and self help details, see our Marin County Family Court Guide.
Do you only handle cases in Marin County?
No. The Geller Firm represents clients across the Bay Area, including Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Solano counties.
How do I get started?
Call 415-840-0570 or book online to schedule a consultation. We will listen to your goals and explain the next steps.
Talk With a Marin County Family Law Attorney
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