Criminal Law for CA families.
Criminal and family matters call for someone who listens carefully and explains clearly. Marie walks you through every step, whether the goal is a collaborative solution or litigation.
Criminal Law
We walk through every step in plain language. We file directly. We keep you updated on what changes, including the things you'd rather not hear.
- Criminal Law
Family Law
Plain-language drafting and review. We tell you what each clause does, why it's there, and what shifts when your family does.
- Family Law
Auto, motorcycle & pedestrian injuries
Most cases settle before trial. We prepare every file as if it won't, and we walk you through what each filing means.
- Insurance demand letters
- Negotiation & settlement
- Litigation when needed
You will work directly with Marie. Not an associate, not a paralegal first.
Marie A. Barnes
Walks every client through the matter directly. Plain-language updates, in-person consultations, and the same lawyer from intake to resolution.
Reviews are pulled from public sources and printed verbatim.
“Marie was absolutely wonderful to work with! She assisted me with custody issues I was having with my ex. She was very professional, thorough, knowledgeable, efficient and reliable. She was thoughtful and really took the time to explain my rights and court processes. She understands what it means to be a good parent fighting for the right to be with your child. I will most definitely call ...”Shannan M · Google review
“Marie Barnes is an Excellent choice for an attorney. She is very kind and thoughtful. Thanks to her, I have custody of my son today. She is a very family person and keeps one calm and cool while she takes the brunt of the heat. I would recommend her to everyone and will also hire her again. Thank you Marie :)”RaviNesh Prasad · Google review
San Francisco County, Marin County, Sonoma County, Contra Costa County & Alameda County.
We take cases across CA, but we're licensed and based here in San Rafael. If you're outside our service area, we'll tell you and we'll usually be able to refer you to someone we trust. We don't accept cases we can't actually staff well.
Speak directly with Marie to schedule a confidential consultation, in English or Spanish.
The first conversation is free, and it's usually one of us, not an intake service. If we're not the right firm for what you need, we'll say so and point you somewhere honest.