Charles DeLacey

Charles DeLacey is a Partner at DeLacey, Riebel & Shindell, LLP, a law firm based in San Francisco, California.12 He is a highly experienced family law attorney who has been practicing since 1996.1

Professional Background

Charles DeLacey was admitted to the State Bar of California on May 28, 1996, and has maintained an active license status since then.1 He joined DeLacey, Riebel & Shindell, LLP as a Partner in December 2006 and has been with the firm ever since.2

Specialization and Expertise

Family Law Specialist:: Charles is certified as a Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California.2 His practice focuses entirely on family law matters, including:

• Divorce and post-divorce litigation
• Complex asset valuation and division
• Spousal and child support cases
• Negotiation of pre- and post-marital agreements

Complex Financial Cases:: He has particular expertise in cases involving sophisticated financial issues, such as:

• Business ownership interests
• Private equity
• Venture capital
• Real estate
• Complex executive compensation

Legal Approach

Charles is known for providing discreet and skillful advocacy for his clients throughout Northern California.2 While he is a talented trial attorney with experience dating back to 1994, he settles most of his cases. However, his willingness and ability to take issues to trial is considered beneficial to his clients during settlement negotiations.2

Professional Associations

Charles is actively involved in several professional organizations:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
• Fellow of the International Association of Family Lawyers (IAFL)
• Member of CalCPA Family Law and Business Valuation Sections
• Member of San Francisco County Bar Association
• Member of San Mateo County Bar Association2

Recognition

Charles has been consistently recognized for his legal expertise:

• Selected to the Super Lawyers list from 2010 to 2020
• Named to the Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyers list in 2019 and 20202

Education

Charles received his J.D. from Lewis and Clark College Northwestern School of Law in Portland, Oregon.2