Rodrigo D. Dias

Certified Family Law Specialist | Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | Marin Divorce Attorney | Certified Mediator

When facing divorce or another significant family law matter, choosing the right attorney can make a lasting difference. Rodrigo D. Dias represents business owners, executives, professionals, and parents throughout Marin County, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Northern California in complex family law matters involving high-asset divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, business valuation, and mediation.

Rodrigo is a Certified Family Law Specialist certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), an honor recognizing experienced family law attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional skill and professionalism. For more than fifteen years, he has devoted his practice exclusively to California family law.

Strategic Representation for Complex Divorce and Family Law Matters

Every family law case is unique, but the most successful outcomes begin with a thoughtful strategy. Rodrigo works closely with each client to understand their priorities, identify legal and financial issues early, and develop a practical plan designed to achieve the best possible result through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

His practice includes:

• High-asset divorce

• Divorce involving business owners and professional practices

• Child custody and parenting disputes

• Child and spousal support

• Business valuation and executive compensation

• Community and separate property characterization

• Property tracing and reimbursement claims

• Premarital and postnuptial agreements

• Divorce mediation

• Family law arbitration

• Complex settlement negotiations

• Trial advocacy

Whether representing a client in court or negotiating a settlement, Rodrigo focuses on protecting both immediate interests and long-term financial security.

Financial Experience That Matters

Many divorce cases involve sophisticated financial issues that extend well beyond the law. Rodrigo has extensive experience handling matters involving closely held businesses, professional corporations, partnership interests, stock options, restricted stock, retirement plans, investment accounts, real estate, and complex support calculations.

He regularly collaborates with forensic accountants, business valuation experts, vocational experts, pension specialists, and tax professionals to help clients understand the financial implications of important decisions before those decisions are made.

This combination of legal and financial analysis allows clients to move forward with confidence.

Experienced Trial Attorney, Skilled Negotiator, and Mediator

While Rodrigo is an experienced litigator, he recognizes that many family law disputes can be resolved efficiently through thoughtful negotiation or mediation. His courtroom experience provides valuable insight into how judges evaluate cases, allowing him to negotiate from a position of strength while helping clients avoid unnecessary conflict whenever possible.

Rodrigo also serves as a family law mediator, helping parties resolve disputes outside the courtroom through practical, durable agreements that reflect each family's unique circumstances.

Leadership and Professional Recognition

Rodrigo is committed to advancing the practice of family law throughout California. His professional service includes:

• Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

• Certified Family Law Specialist, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization

• Certfied Mediator, Center for Negotiation & Dispute Resolution

• Settlement Conference Panelist for the Marin County Superior Court

• Board Member and Vice-President, Marin Foster Care Association

He frequently presents continuing legal education programs for attorneys and remains actively involved in developments affecting California family law.

Education

Rodrigo earned his Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco School of Law, a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Berkeley. His education combines legal training with an understanding of human behavior, communication, negotiation, and family dynamics—skills that enhance his representation of clients in California divorce, child custody, support, and other complex family law matters.

A Practical, Client-Focused Approach

Divorce often involves some of the most important financial and personal decisions a person will ever make. Rodrigo believes clients deserve clear advice, thoughtful strategy, and responsive communication throughout every stage of their case.

Whether the matter involves protecting a family business, resolving a custody dispute, negotiating a complex settlement, or preparing for trial, Rodrigo is committed to helping clients achieve practical solutions that protect their families, their finances, and their future.