# San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law (Scott F. Levin, Esq.) > A family law mediation firm serving divorcing couples and families throughout San Diego and Southern California. Led by founding attorney Scott F. Levin, Esq., CDFA — known as the "Chief PeaceKeeper™" — the firm exclusively provides private mediation services for divorce, child custody, child support, division of assets, parenting plans, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, military divorce, same-sex divorce, legal separations, post-divorce modifications, and related family law matters. Scott does not represent either spouse against the other in litigation; he serves only as a neutral mediator. The firm charges an affordable flat fee with no surprise costs, and offers a free initial consultation. Scott has completed over 2,500 successful divorce mediations, holds more than 25 attorney and mediator awards including repeated recognition as the #1 top divorce lawyer in San Diego, and has received over 500 five-star client reviews. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ (CDFA) and former law school Community Property Law professor, Scott brings specialized financial expertise to high-net-worth and complex asset divorces. Free consultations are available by phone or online scheduling. - Main phone: 858-293-1410 - Email: scottlevinmediation@gmail.com - Office address: 9820 Willow Creek Road, Suite 410, San Diego, CA 92131 - Service area: San Diego County and broader Southern California, including La Jolla, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Chula Vista, Rancho Bernardo, Escondido, Point Loma, Encinitas, Clairemont, University City, Ocean Beach, Poway, Irvine, and Orange County. General California family law context the firm's matters commonly involve: - Community property: California is a community property state; assets and debts acquired during marriage are generally divided equally. - Statute of limitations: California imposes a six-month waiting period from service of divorce papers before a dissolution can be finalized. - Child custody: Courts apply a "best interests of the child" standard; mediation allows parents to craft customized parenting plans outside court-imposed defaults. - Spousal support: California courts consider multiple factors including length of marriage, earning capacity, and marital standard of living. - Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs): Required to divide retirement accounts such as pensions, 401(k)s, and CalSTRS/CalPERS benefits in divorce. ## Firm Overview - [Home](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/): Firm overview, mediator profile, and service summary. - [About Us](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/about-san-diego-divorce-mediation-family-law/): Firm history, philosophy, and approach to mediation. - [Why Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/why-mediation/): Explanation of the benefits of mediation vs. litigation. - [Mediation Process](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/mediation-process/): Step-by-step overview of how the mediation process works. - [Credentials](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-divorce-mediation-credentials/): Scott Levin's awards, certifications, and professional recognition. - [Practice Areas](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/practice-areas/): Full list of family law mediation services. - [Areas We Serve](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/areas-we-serve/): Geographic service area throughout San Diego and Southern California. - [Testimonials](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-family-law-testimonials/): Client reviews and feedback. - [FAQs](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/divorce-mediation-frequently-asked-questions/): Frequently asked questions about divorce mediation. - [Resources (Books, Websites & More)](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/parenting-and-mediation-library/): Curated library of parenting and mediation resources. - [Webinars & Videos](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/webinars-videos/): Educational video content on divorce mediation topics. - [Case Studies](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-divorce-mediation-family-law-case-studies/): Real-world mediation case examples. - [Articles](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-divorce-mediation-family-law-articles/): Blog articles on California family law and divorce mediation. - [Schedule a Free Consultation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/schedule/): Online appointment scheduling. - [Contact Us](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/contact-san-diego-divorce-mediation/): Contact form and office details. ## Team - [Scott F. Levin, Esq., CDFA](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/attorney-scott-levin-scott-f-levin/): Founder and principal mediator; award-winning family law attorney, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™, former Community Property Law professor, and exclusive private mediator with over 2,500 completed mediations and 20 years of family law experience. - [Mary Levin](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/mary-levin/): Team member; biography and role. ## Services - [Divorce Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-divorce-mediation-lawyer/): Full-service divorce mediation including all issues from asset division to child arrangements. - [Co-Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/co-mediation/): Two-mediator model for high-conflict or complex cases. - [Division of Asset Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-division-of-asset-mediation-attorney/): Mediated resolution of property, real estate, retirement accounts, and other marital assets. - [Child Support Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/child-support-mediation-attorney-san-diego/): Reaching fair child support agreements without court involvement. - [Child Custody Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/child-custody-mediation-attorney-san-diego/): Custom custody and visitation arrangements tailored to each family's needs. - [Post-Divorce Modification Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/post-divorce-modification-mediation-attorney-san-diego/): Modifying existing custody, support, or other orders through mediation. - [Financial Divorce Expert (CDFA)](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-divorce-mediation-using-san-diegos-best-certified-divorce-financial-analyst/): Certified Divorce Financial Analyst services for complex asset and retirement division. - [Military Divorce](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-military-divorce/): Mediation services addressing military pension division, BAH, deployment, and related issues. - [Same-Sex Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/same-sex-mediation-attorney/): Divorce and family law mediation for same-sex couples. - [Legal Separations](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-divorce-mediation-whats-the-difference-between-legally-separated-vs-divorced/): Guidance on legal separation vs. divorce under California law. - [Parenting Plan Mediation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/parenting-plan-mediation-attorney/): Developing detailed, enforceable parenting plans through collaborative mediation. - [Postnuptial Agreement](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/post-nuptial-agreement-lawyer-san-diego/): Drafting postnuptial agreements for married couples. - [Prenuptial Agreements](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-prenup-attorney/): Prenuptial agreement preparation and negotiation. - [Paralegal Services](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-paralegal-services/): Court document preparation and filing support. - [Family Law](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-family-law-attorney/): General family law mediation services in San Diego. - [Domestic Relations / QDROs](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-qualified-domestic-relations-orders/): Qualified Domestic Relations Orders for dividing retirement accounts. ## Service Area Pages - [San Diego](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/san-diego-family-law-attorney/): Family law mediation services in San Diego. - [La Jolla](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/la-jolla-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in La Jolla. - [Carlsbad](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/carlsbad-family-law-mediation/): Family law mediation in Carlsbad. - [Del Mar](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/del-mar-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Del Mar. - [Chula Vista](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/divorce-without-court-in-chula-vista-with-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Chula Vista. - [Rancho Bernardo](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/rancho-bernardo-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Rancho Bernardo. - [Escondido](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/escondido-divorce-mediator-services/): Divorce mediation in Escondido. - [Point Loma](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/point-loma-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Point Loma. - [Encinitas](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/encinitas-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Encinitas. - [Clairemont](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/clairemont-divorce-mediation-services/): Divorce mediation in Clairemont and University City. - [Ocean Beach](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/ocean-beach-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Ocean Beach. - [Poway](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/poway-family-law-mediation/): Family law mediation in Poway. - [Irvine](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/irvine-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation in Irvine. - [Orange County](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/orange-county-divorce-mediation/): Divorce mediation serving Orange County. ## Blog Posts (Latest) - [Handling the Marital Home in California Divorce: Sale, Buyout, or Co-Ownership Explained](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/marital-home-divorce-sale-buyout-co-ownership/): Options for dealing with the family home during a California divorce. (June 10, 2026) - [The Mediator Matters More Than the Mediation Process](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/the-mediator-matters-more-than-the-mediation-process/): Why choosing the right mediator is the most important decision in divorce mediation. (May 16, 2026) - [How to Resolve Child Support Disputes Without Litigation](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/how-to-resolve-child-support-disputes-without-litigation/): Using mediation to settle child support disagreements outside of court. (May 9, 2026) - [Can a Parenting Plan Made Through Mediation Be Enforced?](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/mediated-parenting-plan-legally-enforced/): Whether and how mediated parenting agreements carry legal force. (May 2, 2026) - [Gray Divorce in Your 70s or 80s: How to Protect Retirement, Healthcare, and Adult Family Relationships](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/gray-divorce-70s-80s-retirement-healthcare-protection/): Special considerations for later-in-life divorces. (April 19, 2026) - [Same-Sex Divorce in California: How Property, Support, and Custody Really Work](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/same-sex-divorce-california-property-support-custody/): How California law applies to same-sex divorce across property, support, and custody issues. (April 9, 2026) - [How to Protect Your Teacher Pension in a California Divorce](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/how-to-protect-your-teacher-pension-in-a-california-divorce/): Guidance on CalSTRS pension division for California teachers going through divorce. (April 2, 2026) - [What Qualifies as a "Substantial Change" After Divorce?](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/substantial-change-after-divorce-custody-support-modification/): The legal threshold required to modify custody or support orders post-divorce. (March 26, 2026) - [How Parenting Schedules Evolve Over Time, And Custody Agreements May Need Changes](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/parenting-schedules-change-over-time-custody-modifications/): When and how to revisit custody arrangements as children grow. (March 16, 2026) - [Do I Need a Court Order If We Were Never Married but Have Kids in California?](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/court-orders-unmarried-parents-california-custody-support/): Custody and support rights and obligations for unmarried California parents. (March 6, 2026) ## Office Location - San Diego Office: 9820 Willow Creek Road, Suite 410, San Diego, CA 92131. 858-293-1410. ## Optional - [Privacy Policy](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/privacy-policy/): Site privacy policy. - [Terms & Conditions](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/terms-conditions/): Site terms of use. - [Site Map](https://sandiegofamilylawyer.net/page-sitemap.xml): Full index of site pages.