Divorce and family law success stories
Explore authentic client success stories in California family law case studies. Discover how a San Diego law firm assists clients in managing divorce, co-ownership agreements, military divorce mediation, prenuptial agreements, and more. Learn how to select a cost-effective family law attorney in your region.
What do clients want the most from a family law attorney?
Do you feel like the issues that caused your divorce are impossible to overcome, leaving you with no way out? Are you worried that divorce will disrupt your life completely? Are you uncertain and anxious about hiring a lawyer?
What are some characteristics of a ‘good’ family law attorney?
Are you seeking someone to guide you through each stage of the divorce process so you can make informed decisions? Are you looking to effectively manage the expenses of your divorce?
You can find the answers to all your questions in the case studies we have provided here. Clients of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law have entrusted us with their families and finances by choosing a San Diego law firm that respects their individual needs and understands their circumstances.
What do family law firms deal with?
As the founder of our San Diego family law firm that continues to grow and improve with a great culture among colleagues and respect for our clients and the profession. It’s really gratifying to see our progress and there is so much more to come.
With the beginning of each month, I write about a few of the clients I am helping right now. Reading these may help you understand how we help our San Diego divorce clients.
California Family Law Case Studies
San Diego Divorce Continues to Co-Own House
Highlights
A divorcing couple wants to continue to co-own their home until their kids graduate high school. Serving as their mediation attorney, I prompted them with different scenarios and questions so they are aware of the issues that may arise later. Now that they are knowledgeable and informed, I am drafting a thoughtful agreement for co-ownership that will stand the test of time for years to come.
I am going to be able to help this couple and their kiddos navigate the separation and divorce amicably without going to court. And we’ve created a settlement that focuses on the best interest of their children. And by doing so, the couple enters their next chapters committed and capable of being the very best co-parents to their children.
Active-Duty Military Divorce Mediation San Diego:
Highlights
I have extensive experience creatively tailoring child custody plans through mediation for active-duty service members. Military members often can’t control the location of their assignments, and this can create challenging divorce scenarios.
I am writing a settlement agreement today for clients. Serving as their mediator for divorce, we’ve agreed on a settlement that includes a provision for the non-active-duty parent to move to the same city as the active-duty parent in the future. This is a creative solution that really emphasizes the children’s best interests. There are many nuances to this sort of arrangement, but I have seen it be successful many times over the 20 years I’ve worked as a family lawyer.
We have also agreed upon the division of the military pension plan, CalSTRS pension plan, 401(k) and all their assets. And mom agrees to pay all of the school costs in exchange for not having to pay direct child support. Again, creative solutions that require an experienced attorney to get the court to approve the agreement.
Before choosing Scott to help them divorce in Chula Vista California, they spent more than a year and a combined $43,000 using attorneys. The couple paused their litigation and decided to hire me to help them divorce without attorneys. Now that we are successfully wrapping up the mediation, I estimate they’ve saved $75,000 and two years by avoiding the court battle.
Client Success with Prenup Agreement Attorney Scott Levin
My client has a trust fund and significant monthly funds received from inheritance and still living family members. He relies on the family funds and inheritance as he is passionate about living a fun, exciting, wave filled existence that doesn’t involve a whole lot of work time. His fiancé is the love of his from a foreign country on a 90-day visa. My client’s family fears what could happen if things don’t work out forever. Hired to represent my client as his Encinitas prenup agreement attorney, here’s a bit about how we landed with a win-win agreement.
Working with my client drafted a prenup that protects my client in the event of divorce but which simultaneously provides a smooth landing for his fiancé if they were to divorce. California Code 1615 states that a prenup is not enforceable during divore when the prenup is too one-sided or unfair. Often a judge voids the prenup because he or she find if the judge finds it to be unfair and inequitable. That’s not the exact language but it describes the power a judge has regarding prenups. If the judge thinks it’s too harsh, too unfair or just doesn’t like the prenup for any reason, he or she can shred it.
Given that my client has tremendous wealth, and his fiancé has few assets, the potential for fairness being a problem during a future divorce is very real.
The prenup has been agreed to and is being signed later this week. It fully protects his family supplied monthly funding, the trust fund, the real estate he owns and all future inheritance.
In the prenup we also have included thoughtful limitations on spousal support if they divorce. We arranged tiers and have agreed on the payments due if they divorce. Less years of marriage results in a smaller payment obligation.
With my experience and not too shabby negotiation skills, we’ve reached a deal and now they can go get married and hopefully never call me for mediation help!
How to find an affordable lawyer for family law in your area?
When looking for an affordable family law attorney, there are several strategies you can use to find one that fits your budget.
As a trusted, compassionate, intelligent, and financially savvy family law mediation specialists in San Diego, our affordable family law attorneys support you without exceeding your budget.
1. **Research Local Attorneys**: Start by researching family law attorneys in San Diego California. Look for attorneys who offer free initial consultations or discounted rates for the first meeting. Contact us for a free initial consultation.
2. **Ask for Referrals**: Reach out to friends, family, or colleagues who have gone through a divorce or family law matter. They may be able to recommend an affordable attorney with best client reviews that will knock your socks off.
3. **Consider Mediation Services**: Mediation can be a cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation. Ideally your mediator will not also litigate cases. Scott Levin is one of the top attorneys specializing in mediation services for family law cases.
4. **Look for Flat-Fee Services**: Flat-fee family law attorneys are dedicated to aligning with your objectives. If you are seeking solutions and settlements, by handling your case with a one-time flat rate, our attorneys can assist you in budgeting for legal expenses more effectively.
