Starting Divorce
Case planning for dissolution or legal separation in California.
Review optionsOakland Family Law Representation
Compassionate and effective guidance through divorce, custody, and support matters.
Robert A. Goodman represents clients in Oakland, the East Bay, and throughout California. The firm handles divorce and legal separation, child custody, child and spousal support, property division, restraining orders, mediation and collaborative law, and adoption.
Child Custody and Visitation
Parenting plans built around stability and the child's best interests.
Get legal guidanceFinancial Questions
Child support, spousal support, and division of marital assets.
Understand next stepsCore family law services
Representation tailored to the legal and personal realities of each case.
Divorce, Legal Separation, and Property Division
Representation from initial filing through settlement or trial.
- Dissolution case strategy
- Property and debt allocation issues
- Complex property division matters
Custody, Visitation, and Support
Advocacy focused on child-centered parenting plans and financial stability.
- Custody and visitation orders
- Child and spousal support analysis
- Support and custody modifications
Mediation, Restraining Orders, and Adoption
Support for negotiated resolution and litigation-intensive family law issues.
- Mediation and collaborative law
- Domestic violence restraining orders
- Adoption representation
Your first 90 days, mapped out
A practical roadmap for common phases in California family law matters.
Days 1-30
Initial consultation, issue spotting, and a filing or response plan.
Days 31-60
Temporary orders, disclosures, and custody or support framework development.
Days 61-90
Settlement negotiations, mediation preparation, or hearing strategy execution.
The firm emphasizes experienced counsel, zealous advocacy, cost-effective resolution, accessibility, and compassionate service.
Approach and philosophy
Admitted in 1997
State Bar of California
Core Practice Areas
Divorce, custody, support, property division, mediation, and adoption
Consultations Available
Initial consultation and case evaluation
Questions clients ask first
Direct answers to common divorce and custody concerns.
How soon should I talk to a lawyer?
Early advice can materially impact custody positioning, support planning, and financial documentation. A prompt consultation usually creates better options.
Can we settle without going to trial?
Many cases resolve through negotiation or mediation. Preparation for court remains important so settlement discussions happen from a position of strength.
Where do you handle cases?
The practice serves Oakland and the broader Bay Area, including Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Solano County matters.
Start with an initial consultation or case evaluation
Bring your questions and core documents. You will receive practical next steps based on your divorce, custody, support, or property-division issues.
- Divorce and legal separation
- Custody, visitation, and parenting plans
- Support, property division, restraining orders, and adoption