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Welcome to the RELM of Possibilities.

Family Law Representation, Litigation and Mediation in Sonoma, Marin and Napa Counties

Legal Solutions for All Families

At RELM, we apply our years of experience to provide you with the legal assistance you deserve, whether your matter is being litigated, mediated, or in the collaborative law process. Learn more about how our team can support you.

Child Support & Custody

Spousal & Partnership Law

Divorce & Legal Separation

Not Your Average Family Law Attorneys​

Our mission at RELM is to provide personalized, creative, compassionate legal solutions for families. Attorneys Shawn Bunyard and Tricia Seifert can assist you in navigating the complexities of California family law in practice areas including but not limited to divorce, marital property division, domestic violence, child custody, and support.

Using their 35 years of experience litigating and mediating complex family law matters and extensive conflict resolution training, Shawn and Tricia work with clients to create an individualized plan that defines the best outcomes and path for success.

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Shawn stepped up and represented me in one of the most challenging times of my life. He was empathetic, intelligent, and always willing to work his hardest to protect myself and my little girl. He and his staff are always swift to respond and help in any way. I am so thankful he was there to represent us through it all.
Shawn is really in a league of his own, a true professional! If you ever find yourself in need of a lawyer, call this firm. Since working with Shawn, my legal problems have been solved and my relationship with my son has flourished. If you're interested in winning, hire a winner–it's that simple!
So grateful for the guidance and support from this firm. My divorce was a very long process (7+ years) with many difficulties. Shawn and his team worked endlessly to help me through this process with great success.
They've been my attorneys for almost 11 years. During my case, I probably called over 1,000 times and each time, they set me at ease and always had a plan. They take a very cerebral, calculated and human approach to their work. I truly feel they really cared and it showed in their work. I wouldn't be where I am with my custody without their guidance.
My experience with Shawn was completely positive. He returned my emails and phone calls promptly. He was professional in court, while being thoughtful and respectful of my needs. He is a man of integrity and I would recommend him to anyone.
I hired RELM in the fall of 2010 to handle my divorce and worked with Shawn as my attorney. They helped me retain partial custody of my daughter when my ex petitioned for full custody. I would surely continue to have Shawn and his firm represent me.
RELM came highly recommended to us. Our experience with them has been immeasurable. Shawn is a true professional who holds every personal conversation and situation in the highest regard. Without having the strategic outline that he had put in place, our outcome would never have been as successful.
During volatile times with intense emotion, the firm provided the sanctuary and guidance needed for me to stay the course and remain positive, which was appreciated.
Shawn was totally energetic about my case. He is a terrific lawyer and now a friend. His accounting knowledge was incredible. He did everything he said he could do. When I was down in the dumps, he picked me up and got me going again. He stuck with my case to the end and produced great results. I recommend no one else.
When you are an emotional wreck, it is really nice to have someone you can trust to handle all the things you know nothing about. I put things in their hands and it got done! There was not a rock that wasn't turned over and investigated.

RELM offers the best family law mediation and litigation services in Sonoma, Marin and Napa Counties for families seeking to explore all their legal options, from litigation to mediation and conflict-free, collaborative resolutions.

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