Gerald Tomassian - Fresno, CA

Distinguished Family Law Advocacy with Gerald Tomassian

Navigating the emotional turbulence and financial complexities of family dissolution requires an advocate who combines sharp courtroom mastery with practical dispute resolution skills. Located at 3419 W Shaw Avenue, Suite 1, in Fresno, partner Gerald M. Tomassian delivers compassionate, authoritative legal representation throughout Fresno and Madera counties. A graduate of USC and UC Law San Francisco, Gerald Tomassian was admitted to the California Bar in 1988. Having served over twelve years as a Judge Pro Tempore for the Family Law Department of the Fresno County Superior Court, he offers an invaluable judicial perspective that helps clients anticipate court decisions, avoid prolonged conflict, and achieve lasting solutions. When domestic conflicts arise and you need a lawyer urgently to safeguard parental rights and assets, Gerald Tomassian provides the steady guidance you need.

Comprehensive Divorce, Spousal Support, and Asset Division

A marital dissolution impacts every dimension of your future, from residential stability to retirement savings. Serving as one of the Central Valley most trusted divorce lawyers, Gerald Tomassian represents individuals in contested divorces and amicable uncontested proceedings. California community property laws require meticulous tracing of separate assets, real estate valuations, and business apportionments. Whether negotiating high-net-worth property division, determining spousal support (alimony), or drafting prenuptial agreements, attorney Tomassian works diligently to protect your financial security without unnecessary litigation costs.

Child Custody, Visitation, and Child Support Advocacy

Protecting the well-being of your children is always the highest priority during marital separation. Gerald Tomassian assists parents in crafting detailed legal and physical child custody agreements and visitation schedules that reflect the best interests of the children. When circumstances change due to relocation or shifting educational needs, he guides parents through custody and support modifications. In contentious matters involving disputed paternity or parental alienation, his background as a court-appointed judicial administrator ensures your parental rights are thoroughly protected.

Collaborative Law, Mediation, and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Courtroom litigation often drains family wealth and exacerbates emotional hostility between co-parents. As an experienced pioneer in collaborative family law and mediation, Gerald Tomassian provides constructive alternative dispute resolution methods:

• Collaborative Divorce: Facilitating transparent, four-way settlement conferences with neutral financial and mental health professionals to reach customized divorce agreements outside of court.
• Private Mediation Services: Acting as an impartial mediator to help divorcing spouses identify common ground, resolve disputes, and submit binding agreements to the court.
• Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: Formulating valid marital contracts that clearly delineate property rights and prevent prospective financial disputes.
• Domestic Violence Restraining Orders: Taking immediate court action to obtain emergency protective orders for victims or defending against false domestic allegations.

Integrated Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, and Probate

In addition to family law, Gerald Tomassian works closely with families to preserve wealth through comprehensive estate planning. The firm designs revocable living trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and wills tailored to protect assets from probate and unintended tax burdens. When a loved one passes away, the legal team guides executors and beneficiaries through probate administration with empathy. If you are seeking to find a lawyer who commands judicial respect, or want to hire an attorney who will resolve your legal challenges with integrity, contact the Fresno office today at (559) 216-0795 for an initial consultation.