CharlesSpiegelLaw is a Bay Area legal practice exclusively dedicated to consensual family law resolution, specializing in divorce, custody mediation, and family formation matters. Led by attorney and mediator Charlie Spiegel, the firm stands out for its commitment to keeping families out of court through mediation, collaborative practice, and thoughtful out-of-court agreements.
The practice emphasizes a compassionate, client-centered approach, drawing on over 25 years of legal experience and deep involvement in family advocacy organizations. Charlie Spiegel, a co-writer of the Divorce Options public education program and Co-Chair of Collaborative Practice-San Francisco, focuses on helping individuals, couples navigate family transitions with clarity and mutual respect. The firm is particularly recognized for its support of diverse families, including LGBTQ+ communities, and offers services across several Bay Area locations and online for California cases.
Services Offered
- Divorce lawyer services
- Custody mediation
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Collaborative Practice
- Premarital agreements
- Postmarital agreements
- Adoption legal services
- Surrogacy legal services
- Prenuptial planning
- Step-child adoption
- Contract drafting and review for adoption
- Trust and estate planning integration
Services are available to clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices in Noe Valley, Civic Center, Montclair in Oakland, and Orinda, as well as online for eligible California cases. The firm is actively involved in community education and professional organizations, with recognition including a Fammy Award from Jewish Family & Children’s Services and the Our Family Award for advocacy.
