Why Families Choose Our Divorce Mediation Process
Legal, Financial & Co-Parenting Expertise— ALL IN ONE PROCESS
Backed by decades of family law experience, thousands of mediations, and specialized financial and co-parenting expertise.
2,500+
Families Guided to Peaceful Agreements
90%
Reach Settlement Within 10 Weeks
285+
Five-Star Client Reviews
22+
Years of Family Law Experience
A family law attorney and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst in one mediator, so your legal questions and your money questions get answered in the same room.
Meet the Chief Peacekeeper™

Scott F. Levin Esq, CDFA
Award Winning Family Law Attorney Mediator
Scott Levin is a 5-Star rated Family Law Mediation Attorney and the founder of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law. Scott exclusively provides mediation services for family law and divorce. Dedicated to helping your family reach an agreement as a private mediator specialist, Scott by his own choice no longer represents a single divorcing spouse against the other in a traditional litigation battle. Awarded best divorce attorney in San Diego year after year, Scott is a San Diego family lawyer who is committed to amicable divorce mediation.
During his career as a litigation attorney, in-house corporate counsel, business owner and alternative resolution professional, Scott gained a passion for helping individuals and groups define and realize their preferred outcomes and in doing so focused his efforts on negotiating agreements that benefit all parties. Scott knows that mediation offers families, especially children, a more positive outcome than litigation. After years of experiencing the destructive “win-lose” litigation structure facing divorcing couples, Scott made the choice to put clients first and has developed a successful practice that fosters innovative solutions and mutually agreeable resolutions through collaboration, communication, and cooperation.
Why Mediate with Scott?
Healthy Amicable Divorce Solutions
Mediation is a confidential, voluntary process in which participants discuss their needs and concerns. With the assistance of a Family Law Mediation Attorney, using problem-solving techniques, they agree on the issues and create their own solutions. Mediation allows parties to decide what’s important and, ultimately, what’s the best outcome of the dispute.
Although the benefits vary depending on the nature of the dispute and the mediation model used, the following are some common benefits: divorce litigation costs much more than mediation, mediation can be completed in one or several sessions as compared to litigation which can sometimes take years to complete, and mediation can be scheduled around your calendar unlike litigation which is at the mercy of the court’s calendar.
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Client Reviews
Families Trust Us Through Their Hardest Moments
285+ Five-Star Client Reviews Google · Yelp · Avvo · Facebook
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Scott Levin guided my spouse and I through a genuinely difficult and drawn-out divorce mediation. There were many moments where resolution didn't seem to be viable, yet Scott stayed patient and steady through every delay and setback. His experience and knowledge of family law is invaluable. He truly is a peacekeeper! … If you're dealing with a complicated or emotionally charged divorce, I can't recommend Scott highly enough.
Scott Levin guided my spouse and I through a genuinely difficult and drawn-out divorce mediation. There were many moments where resolution didn't seem to be viable, yet Scott stayed patient and steady through every delay and setback. His experience and knowledge of family law is invaluable. He truly is a peacekeeper! One of the things that stood out was his ability to read the room and adjust his approach as needed. Early on, he kept things low-key and gave both sides space to stay comfortable continuing in the process. His creativity when working on dividing assets and liabilities made an incredibly stressful situation less so. As we got closer to the finish line, he was very proactive in helping us reach an agreement. That kind of judgment, knowing when to hang back and when to step in, is a valuable skill in mediation. If you're dealing with a complicated or emotionally charged divorce, I can't recommend Scott highly enough. He got us to a fair resolution when it genuinely felt uncertain at times, and he did it with professionalism and skill throughout.
Lisa G.Divorce MediationReview posted on Google -
Divorce is one of the most difficult and emotional experiences a family can go through, and we are incredibly grateful to have had Scott Levin guiding us through the process. … Our situation was particularly unique because we had a number of complex financial assets that needed to be carefully evaluated and divided. Throughout the process, Scott's financial expertise proved invaluable for me. …
Divorce is one of the most difficult and emotional experiences a family can go through, and we are incredibly grateful to have had Scott Levin guiding us through the process. From our very first meeting, Scott created an environment that felt respectful, balanced, and solution-focused. He was patient, compassionate to our specific and unique situations and genuinely invested in helping us navigate difficult conversations with clarity and dignity. Our situation was particularly unique because we had a number of complex financial assets that needed to be carefully evaluated and divided. Throughout the process, Scott's financial expertise proved invaluable for me. He was able to clearly explain complicated financial concepts, helping both of us understand the implications of different options and ensure that decisions were made thoughtfully and fairly. His ability to navigate both the emotional and financial aspects of divorce with equal skill gave us tremendous confidence during a process that could have otherwise felt overwhelming. Thanks to his guidance, expertise and calm presence, what could have been an even more highly contentious process became far more manageable that I ever expected. I left mediation feeling respected, informed and confident in the agreements that we reached. I would wholeheartedly recommend Scott Levin to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, fair and compassionate divorce mediator. His unique combination of interpersonal skill and financial expertise was invaluable and made a lasting difference during one of the most challenging chapters of our lives, and we are deeply thankful for his support.
Jessica H.Divorce Mediation – Complex FinancesReview posted on Yelp -
My ex and I collaborated with Scott for our joint divorce, and we couldn't be more grateful for their guidance and professionalism. Divorce is never easy, but Scott helped make the process respectful, fair, and much less stressful than we expected. Scott was detailed and explained everything in clear terms, and made sure we understood the process. His approach was balanced and effective so we could come to agreements without unnecessary conflict. …
My ex and I collaborated with Scott for our joint divorce, and we couldn't be more grateful for their guidance and professionalism. Divorce is never easy, but Scott helped make the process respectful, fair, and much less stressful than we expected. Scott was detailed and explained everything in clear terms, and made sure we understood the process. His approach was balanced and effective so we could come to agreements without unnecessary conflict. Scott's steady guidance helped us navigate difficult conversations while keeping everything as amicable as possible. I highly recommend this firm to any couple looking for a compassionate, fair, and professional joint divorce lawyer.
Johnmar D.Divorce MediationReview posted on Yelp -
Scott is an incredible mediator who is not only skilled at providing you with information about your legal rights, but is equally a patient and caring human. Scott will help guide you from the initial steps to the very end. Having him as our mediator really helped us sift through every part of the divorce agreement in a way that was easy to understand and digest. …
Scott is an incredible mediator who is not only skilled at providing you with information about your legal rights, but is equally a patient and caring human. Scott will help guide you from the initial steps to the very end. Having him as our mediator really helped us sift through every part of the divorce agreement in a way that was easy to understand and digest. If you’re in this unfortunate position, Scott’s knowledge and guidance will help make it a little easier.
Suzanne B.Divorce MediationReview posted on Google -
Working with Scott to review my prenup was a great experience. From the very beginning, everything was handled efficiently and smoothly, and the entire process took less than three weeks. He gave very smart and practical advice, was always honest, and fully respected my personal choices. I truly hope I won't need his services again, but if I ever do, I would reach out again without any hesitation. …
Working with Scott to review my prenup was a great experience. From the very beginning, everything was handled efficiently and smoothly, and the entire process took less than three weeks. He gave very smart and practical advice, was always honest, and fully respected my personal choices. I truly hope I won't need his services again, but if I ever do, I would reach out again without any hesitation. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a professional and trustworthy attorney.
Minh-Chau T.Prenuptial Agreement ReviewReview posted on Yelp -
I would Highly recommend Scott as a mediator. I found Scott on line and he was readily available to pick up in the middle of a meditation that we started with someone else. He was organized and reliable to meet at our convenience. He was able to answer some legal questions and served as a fair non partisan to us both. …
I would Highly recommend Scott as a mediator. I found Scott on line and he was readily available to pick up in the middle of a meditation that we started with someone else. He was organized and reliable to meet at our convenience. He was able to answer some legal questions and served as a fair non partisan to us both. It was a long process and I'm happy that Scott was there to guide us.
Lisa K.Divorce MediationReview posted on Yelp

Scott F. Levin Esq, CDFA
Meet the Chief Peacekeeper™
Award Winning Family Law Attorney Mediator
Scott Levin is a 5-Star rated Attorney/Mediator and the principal of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law. Scott exclusively provides mediation services for family law matters and does not ever represent a single divorcing spouse against the other in a traditional litigation setting. During his career as a litigation attorney, in-house corporate counsel, business owner and alternative resolution professional, Scott gained a passion for helping individuals and groups define and realize their preferred outcomes and in doing so focused his efforts on negotiating agreements that benefit all parties. Scott knows that mediation offers families – especially children – a more positive outcome than litigation. After years of experiencing the destructive “win-lose” litigation structure facing divorcing couples, Scott made the choice to put clients first and has developed a successful practice that fosters innovative solutions and mutually agreeable resolutions through collaboration, communication and cooperation.
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Reach Agreements on all issues and concerns in one place
Legal Process
We guide you through the entire process by managing all court paperwork and legal drafting so you get a divorce decree but never step foot in court.
Financial Agreements
Discuss ideas and creative solutions to understand property and support, and reach fair tailored agreements that protect the needs of the entire family.
Children
Creative parenting solutions that fit your children’s needs. You’re not limited to one-size-fits-all court orders. By working together, communication is drastically improved.
Future Focused
Our clients move forward with a sense of empowerment and control by working together collaboratively to create a mutually agreeable plan for the future.
Reach Agreements on all issues and concerns in one place
Legal Process
We guide you through the entire process by managing all court paperwork and legal drafting so you get a divorce decree but never step foot in court.
Financial Agreements
Discuss ideas and creative solutions to understand property and support, and reach fair tailored agreements that protect the needs of the entire family.
Children
Creative parenting solutions that fit your children’s needs. You’re not limited to one-size-fits-all court orders. By working together, communication is drastically improved.
Future Focused
Our clients move forward with a sense of empowerment and control by working together collaboratively to create a mutually agreeable plan for the future.







