All of Hodson & Mullin’s Family Law Attorneys are designated “Certified Legal Specialists” in Family Law by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. The Family Law practice area is overseen by the firm’s managing Partner, John D. Hodson. Mr. Hodson was recently honored as Solano County Bar Assocation’s 2011 Attorney of the Year. Mr. Hodson is a member of the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists, has been repeatedly named a California Super Lawyer, and has served as Chair of the California State Bar Family Law Section and its Executive Committee (FLEXCOM). FLEXCOM is responsible for drafting and reviewing proposed family law legislation and directing California family law practice.

Our firm’s attorneys are committed to keeping abreast of current law and developments through extensive continuing legal education. Our attorneys do not simply meet the minimum educational standards, they strive to exceed them. The firm assists clients in a wide variety of family law matters. Our family law attorneys collaborate so their combined experience and expertise makes them ably represent clients in Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce), Establishment of Parental Relationship (Paternity), Child Custody and Visitation, Child Support and Spousal Support, Domestic Violence, Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements, Guardianships, Stepparent adoptions, Contempt proceedings, post judgment enforcement, mediation and other Domestic Relations matters. Mr. Hodson has also provided private Judging, mediation and arbitration services in many family law cases over the years.

Hodson & Mullin is committed to providing its clients with knowledgeable, pragmatic, ethical and efficient legal representation. The law and legal procedure can be very complicated. Hodson & Mullin provides information, education and advice about clients’ rights and options to guide them through difficult legal matters with confidence.

Every client’s case is planned with the parties’ specific needs and facts in mind. Hodson & Mullin encourages clients to preserve civil and respectful relationships, especially when the parties will be parenting children together. Our first choice is always the path of least resistance: negotiation and settlement. The wealth of experience behind Hodson & Mullin translates to a keen advantage in negotiating and settling disputes. Still, we have extensive trial experience and will zealously represent you if your dispute cannot be resolved by agreement.

Hodson & Mullin’s friendly and professional staff are committed to helping our clients through difficult times in their lives. Our team of experienced attorneys, dedicated Paralegals and expert consultants serve a diverse client base in all aspects of their cases. Whether you have decided to proceed with a case or just need information and advice about your family law legal matter, Hodson & Mullin provides effective and comprehensive family law services.