$ 595-625 per hour
My practice with individual clients is limited to consensual dispute resolution (settlement) of family law disputes (divorce, separation, premarital agreements), without going to court and without the intervention of third party decision makers. Such processes include working in Collaborative Practice, as Settlement Counsel and as a consulting attorney for a client in mediation.
I also serve couples and families by helping them to resolve their own disputes in private and on their own terms by acting as a neutral mediator.
I help people to reach fair and equitable resolutions that respect the needs of both parents and the needs of their children. I believe that people should have every opportunity to craft their own solutions when their family undergoes a transition. In my experience, this leads to better results and minimizes the emotional anf financial damage that can occur in a hostile and adversarial separation and divorce.
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38 years
38 years
$ 595-625 per hour
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Acquired: 1987
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1425 Leimert Blvd., Suite 402, Oakland, CA, 94602
11 Client Reviews
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Posted by Mark | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Mediator
David is an expert, first and foremost. My ex-wife and I hired him to mediate the property-division aspect of our case. David was patience with us and guided us through the process with a steady-hand. I found his fees to be completely reasonable, and staff was very pleasant. Divorce is a difficul...
Posted by Anna | November 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Smart and compassionate attorney.
David helped guide me towards a fair and decent settlement, and did so allowing me to make my own decisions while giving me solid financial and legal advice. Divorce is painful and difficult. David helped with kindness, clarity and emotional support, as well as business smarts, and great negotiatin...
Posted by Naozer | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The Right Balance of Heart and Mind
David was my attorney for a collaborative divorce. The thing I liked most about David was his focus on getting to the right outcome from a human perspective. He never lost sight of the importance of the continuing relationship between my former spouse and me. His knowledge and experience were help...
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
David is a total pro
David is an outstanding attorney and mediator. He represented me in a challenging situation and his demeanor and approach are calm and collaborative.
Posted by Bruce | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Trust me! He's the guy you want to hire.
David was amazing. Getting divorced is messy and was a first for me. David helped me understand the process and provided the sage advice that resulted in the best of all possible outcomes. 3 years later, I still look back thinking how lucky I was to have called him.
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2016
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2014
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Northern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Northern California Super Lawyer - Top 100, Super Lawyers
2008
Northern California Super Lawyer - Top 100, Super Lawyers
2007
Northern California Super Lawyer - Top 100, Super Lawyers
2007
Eureka Award, Collaborative Practice California
2007
Distinguished Service Award, State Bar of California, Family Law Section
2006
Northern California Super Lawyer - Top 10, Super Lawyers
2005
Northern California Super Lawyer - Top 100, Super Lawyers
2004
Northern California Super Lawyer - Top 100, Super Lawyers
2003
Bay Area's Top Family Law Attorneys, S.F. Chronicle
2019 - Present
Partner, Fink Family Law
1995 - 2019
Principal, Nachlis & Fink, An Association of Attorneys
2002 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2000 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1993 - Present
Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of CaliforniaCertified Family Law Specialist
Member
Member
2012 - 2013
Collaborative Practice CaliforniaBoard President
2008 - 2008
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Northern California ChapterChapter President
2002 - 2003
Council of State Bar Sections, State Bar of CaliforniaCo-Chairman
1999 - 2000
Family Law Section, State Bar of CaliforniaChairman
1996 - 2007
Family Law Section Exec. Comm., State Bar of CaliforniaMember/Advisor
1996 - 2015
Collaborative Practice CaliforniaBoard Member
1995 - 1995
Family Law Section, Bar Assn of San FranciscoChairman
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English