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Boyd Law represents both men and women across the Bay Area in complex family law matters. Select a topic below to learn how our experienced team can help protect your rights and your future.
At Boyd Law, we guide clients through every step of the divorce process with compassion, strategy, and discretion. Whether you're facing a contested divorce or pursuing a legal separation, our attorneys handle all aspects of property division, child custody, and support with an eye toward long-term stability. We protect your financial interests while helping you move forward with confidence and dignity.
Boyd Law understands that nothing matters more than your children. Our firm works closely with parents to craft parenting plans that foster stability and protect the child's best interests. We handle custody evaluations, visitation disputes, and relocation matters with care, ensuring your voice is heard in and out of court. Our goal is to preserve your parental rights while minimizing emotional strain on your family.
Financial stability is essential during and after divorce. Boyd Law provides clear, strategic representation in calculating child support and negotiating spousal support. We assess income, earning potential, and lifestyle factors to ensure fair and accurate support orders. Whether you are seeking support or required to pay it, our attorneys will advocate for a balanced outcome that reflects your true financial picture.
California's community property laws can create uncertainty during divorce. Boyd Law helps clients identify and value assets, trace separate property, and divide complex holdings such as real estate, investments, and retirement accounts. Our team's financial acumen ensures that your property rights are fully protected and that you receive your fair share while preserving as much wealth as possible.
Executives and high-net-worth individuals turn to Boyd Law for discreet, strategic representation in complex divorces. We understand the nuances of equity compensation, business ownership, deferred bonuses, and investment portfolios. Our firm collaborates with forensic accountants and valuation experts to ensure full disclosure and accurate asset division, protecting both your reputation and your financial future.
Boyd Law provides immediate, compassionate support for clients facing domestic violence issues. We act swiftly to secure protective orders, ensure safety for victims and children, and represent clients in related custody and support proceedings. Our attorneys also defend against false or exaggerated allegations with professionalism and care. No matter your situation, we prioritize safety, fairness, and truth.
Life changes, and so can court orders. Boyd Law assists clients in modifying custody, support, and visitation arrangements when circumstances significantly change. We handle enforcement and contempt matters with diligence, ensuring that your rights remain protected as your family's needs evolve. Our goal is to keep your legal orders fair and workable over time.
For many clients, avoiding courtroom battles is a priority. Boyd Law offers mediation and collaborative divorce services that promote respect, privacy, and creative solutions. Our attorneys serve as skilled negotiators, helping couples reach comprehensive agreements that stand the test of time. This approach can reduce costs, preserve relationships, and create more positive outcomes for families.
Boyd Law helps clients design fair and enforceable agreements that clarify financial expectations before or during marriage. We ensure full transparency and compliance with California law, protecting both partners from uncertainty and future disputes. Our approach emphasizes honesty and fairness--creating a strong legal foundation for your relationship.
Boyd Law proudly represents LGBTQ+ clients in all aspects of family law, from divorce and property division to parentage and adoption. We understand the unique challenges that can arise in same-sex separations and ensure your rights as a spouse and parent are fully protected. Our firm is committed to equality, advocacy, and achieving just outcomes for every family.
Relocation cases require thoughtful legal strategy and sensitivity. Boyd Law represents parents seeking to move with their children--or opposing relocation--to ensure that the child's best interests remain the priority. We present compelling arguments on education, family support, and emotional stability, helping you protect your bond with your child while honoring court requirements.
Elite Divorce Representation for C-Suite Executives, Founders and Startup Leaders , Private Clients with Complex Assets, Ultra-Private Families.
At Boyd Law, we are dedicated to protecting what matters most — your family, your assets, and your future. With offices serving clients across California, including San Francisco, our firm represents both men and women in complex family law and divorce matters. We are known for combining the personalized attention of a boutique practice with the strategic strength of a large firm.
Our attorneys handle every case with discretion, precision, and compassion. Whether your situation involves a high-asset divorce, executive compensation, child custody, or post-judgment modifications, we understand that every client’s story is unique. We take the time to listen, craft tailored strategies, and deliver results that support both your immediate and long-term goals.
Founded on integrity and driven by results, Boyd Law has earned a reputation for excellence in negotiation, mediation, and litigation. We work diligently to protect your rights while guiding you through every step of the legal process with clarity and confidence.
At Boyd Law, your case is never just another file, it’s your life. Our mission is to help you move forward with strength, security, and peace of mind.
Founder, CEO, Certified Family Law Specialist, Lead Trial Attorney
Karie Boyd is the CEO, Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), and Lead Trial Attorney at Boyd Law, one of California’s premier family law firms. Renowned for her trial skill, legal acumen, and unwavering commitment to her clients, Ms. Boyd has earned a distinguished reputation for handling complex and high-stakes family law cases with precision, strategy, and compassion.
As a Certified Family Law Specialist, a distinction held by only a select group of California attorneys, Karie’s expertise spans all facets of divorce and family law: including high-asset property division, executive and business-owner divorces, complex custody litigation, and post-judgment modifications. Her ability to navigate emotionally charged disputes while maintaining a clear, results-driven focus sets her apart as a trusted advocate for professionals, entrepreneurs, and families across the state.
Karie leads her firm with the same tenacity she brings to the courtroom. As CEO, she has cultivated a culture of excellence at Boyd Law, one grounded in integrity, client service, and legal innovation. She is known for mentoring a team of highly skilled attorneys and for ensuring that every client benefits from the firm’s collective experience and unwavering advocacy.
In the courtroom, Ms. Boyd’s presence commands respect. Her trial strategies are meticulously prepared, her arguments compelling, and her cross-examinations precise. She has successfully litigated matters involving complex financial portfolios, child custody evaluations, and domestic violence allegations, earning victories that have changed lives and set precedents.
Beyond her formidable legal skill, Karie Boyd is deeply committed to her clients’ well-being. She believes that strong legal representation not only protects a client’s rights but also restores their sense of control and stability during life’s most challenging transitions.
Under her leadership, Boyd Law continues to redefine what elite family law representation looks like, sophisticated, strategic, and deeply human.
Certified Family Law Specialist, Director of the Family Law Division.
Matt Cadwell is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) and the Director of the Family Law Division at Boyd Law. Known for his strategic mindset, precision in litigation, and deep understanding of California family law, Mr. Cadwell leads the firm’s family law practice with professionalism, insight, and a steadfast commitment to achieving exceptional results for his clients.
As a Certified Family Law Specialist, Mr. Cadwell has demonstrated the highest level of competence, experience, and dedication in his field — a credential earned by fewer than two percent of California attorneys. His expertise encompasses all areas of family law, including complex divorce, high-conflict custody disputes, domestic violence matters, and the division of substantial assets and business interests.
Matt’s approach combines thorough preparation, practical problem-solving, and refined negotiation skills. Whether resolving sensitive issues through settlement or litigation, he prioritizes efficiency, fairness, and the long-term stability of his clients. His ability to balance assertive advocacy with genuine compassion has earned him the trust of professionals, business owners, and families across the state.
As Director of the Family Law Division, Mr. Cadwell provides leadership and mentorship to the firm’s attorneys, ensuring that every case benefits from Boyd Law’s collaborative strength and standard of excellence. He is deeply committed to maintaining the firm’s reputation for integrity, innovation, and superior representation in even the most challenging family law matters.
Driven by a passion for justice and guided by a client-first philosophy, Matt Cadwell continues to set a high standard for family law advocacy — combining legal mastery with empathy, discretion, and unwavering determination.
Family Law Practitioner
Edlin Martin is an associate attorney with Boyd Law. Her practice focuses exclusively on Family Law. Ms. Martin specializes in litigation of high-conflict Family Law issues such as domestic violence restraining orders, move-away cases, and child custody and visitation arrangements. Ms. Martin has devoted much of her career to helping children and other victims of violence in family law and related immigration matters. Ms. Martin is particularly proud of her contribution to the drafting of California bill AB-1678, which was signed into law in 2016. The bill expanded the right of victims of violent crimes to get a free copy of their incident report from law enforcement agencies.
Family Law Practitioner
Joshua L. Fabian is an Attorney in the Family Law Division at Boyd Law, where his practice focuses exclusively on family law matters, including divorce, legal separation, custody and visitation, support issues, and complex property division involving forensic evaluations. He also handles post-judgment modifications, contempt proceedings, and parental relationship matters with precision and care.
Mr. Fabian has represented a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, members of the armed services, educators, government employees, and investors. His background as a civil litigator and senior managing attorney provides him with the strategic insight to resolve family law disputes efficiently and effectively.
He earned his law degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law after graduating from Cal Poly, where he wrote extensively on mental illness in tort law and excelled in Mock Trial. Known for his vigorous advocacy, negotiation skills, and attention to detail, Mr. Fabian is dedicated to helping clients achieve stability and fair outcomes during life’s most challenging transitions.
Managing Attorney
Ethan Tidwell is the Managing Attorney at Boyd Law, where he oversees the firm’s Family Law Division and represents clients in complex matters involving divorce, child custody, support, and property division. His practice also includes post-judgment modifications and parentage proceedings, where he provides strategic, results-driven counsel.
Before joining Boyd Law, Mr. Tidwell served as a legal researcher for the Family Law Division of the Los Angeles Superior Court, advising judicial officers on high-net-worth and complex family law cases. He also worked as an employment law advisor to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, providing policy and compliance guidance.
A graduate of Loyola Law School, Mr. Tidwell brings to his practice a balance of legal insight, leadership, and client-centered advocacy that reflects Boyd Law’s commitment to excellence and integrity.
Senior Managing Paralegal
Rick Silva is the Senior Managing Paralegal at Boyd Law, where he plays a pivotal role in supporting the firm’s attorneys across all areas of family law. With extensive experience in case management, trial preparation, and client coordination, Mr. Silva ensures that every matter is handled with precision, efficiency, and professionalism.
Known for his exceptional organizational skills and deep understanding of family law procedures, Rick oversees the paralegal team and maintains the firm’s high standards of accuracy and responsiveness. His attention to detail and proactive approach help streamline complex cases, from initial filings and discovery to settlement preparation and trial support.
Mr. Silva’s dedication, reliability, and commitment to client service make him an integral part of the Boyd Law team. His work reflects the firm’s values of excellence, integrity, and compassionate advocacy in every case.
Our team anticipates moves before they happen — because in high-stakes matters, timing is everything.
At Boyd Law, your case isn’t just handled — it’s led by Certified Family Law Specialists, an elite designation earned by less than 1% of California attorneys. This certification reflects extraordinary legal skill, tested trial experience, and mastery of complex family law matters.
When it comes to high-asset divorce, child custody, or business division, our specialists offer the kind of insight and credibility that can only come from the top tier of the profession.
Boyd Law offers a full-spectrum approach to family law. We are skilled negotiators, battle-tested trial attorneys, and also provide in-house private mediation for clients seeking resolution outside the courtroom. Whether your case demands collaboration or litigation, we are prepared to protect your interests with precision and strength at every stage.
IN-HOUSE BUSINESS & CIVIL LITIGATORS: Divorce cases involving co-owned companies, partnership disputes, or concealed income are supported by our litigation division. BOYD LAW OFFERS FULL ASSET DIVISION SUPPORT. We do not send you out for separate representation.
At Boyd Law, we don’t work alone — we collaborate with the top forensic accountants, child custody evaluators, business valuation experts, and mental health professionals in California. This team-based approach ensures every angle of your case is covered with precision, clarity, and unmatched expertise. When you work with us, you gain access to a network built for high-stakes success.
Whether You're Facing a Complex Divorce, a Custody Challenge, or Need to Clarity on Your Legal Position- We Are Here to Guide You With Discretion, Precision, Strength and Skill.
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