Leading California Divorce Mediators

Professional online divorce mediation services from California family law attorneys. Affordable, efficient, and completely virtual.

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Online Divorce Mediation Services

Convenience

Meet with our mediators and resolve your case from the comfort of your home or office using our video conferencing platforms. We help you come to an agreement and prepare all of the filings and paperwork. All relevant documents are kept online for 24/7 access and review by the parties.

Expertise

Our mediators are all attorneys with extensive Family Law courtroom experience. Our mediators all have served as settlement officers for the California Superior Court Family Law departments and undergo extensive, California State Bar, continuing legal education in the field of Family Law.

Affordability

Our proprietary workflows and tools reduce the time and cost of divorce mediation. Just as important, it makes the cost predictable. You prepay for the services to be provided. No more attorney fee invoices for services which cannot be verified. CalDisso online mediation can save many tens of thousands compared to traditional in person mediation and litigation based divorce solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce Mediation

What are your divorce mediation fees in California?
Our California divorce mediation services follow a transparent fee structure designed for simplicity and value:

Initial Consultation: $400 for a one-hour session (can be divided into two 30-minute sessions if preferred)

Mediation Sessions: $1,200 per 2 ½ hr session ( this will also include additional time, typically one hour, the attorney/mediator will spend preparing for the meeting and creating a summary after the meeting) .

Paralegal Document Preparation: $125 per hour (if needed by one or both parties).

Final Judgment Preparation: $300 * Some complicated Judgments may be more but the cost is always discussed before any work begins.

All payments are due at the time of scheduling, and we accept all major credit cards and electronic payments. We provide detailed invoices for all services.
How long does the divorce mediation process take in California?
The timeline for completing your California divorce mediation varies based on your specific situation, the complexity of assets, and whether children are involved. Typically:

Simple California divorces with few assets and no children: 1-2 mediation sessions

Moderate complexity (some assets, straightforward custody): 2-3 sessions

Complex situations (significant assets, businesses, contested custody): 3-5 sessions

California family law requires a minimum 6-month waiting period between filing and finalizing a divorce, but the mediation process itself can be completed during this waiting period.
What's the difference between mediation and litigation in California?
California divorce mediation offers significant advantages over traditional litigation:

Cost: Divorce mediation typically costs 60-70% less than litigated divorces in California

Time: Completes in months rather than years

Control: You and your spouse make decisions, not a judge

Privacy: Keeps your personal matters confidential, unlike public court proceedings

Relationship: Preserves better communication and cooperation, especially beneficial when children are involved

Flexibility: Creates customized solutions that California family courts might not consider

Our online divorce mediation platform enhances these benefits by adding convenience and reducing stress during an already challenging time.
Do I need my own attorney during divorce mediation in California?

While not required under California family law, we strongly encourage both parties to consult with independent attorneys before signing any final divorce mediation agreements. Our California divorce mediators, though licensed family law attorneys themselves, remain neutral and cannot provide legal advice to either party.

We can recommend experienced California family law attorneys who understand the divorce mediation process and can provide limited-scope representation for document review and legal advice without disrupting the mediation process. This ensures you fully understand your rights under California divorce law while maintaining the collaborative benefits of mediation.
What family law issues can be resolved through California divorce mediation?
Our California online divorce mediation services can address all aspects of your divorce, including:

Division of property and assets

Division of debts and liabilities

Child custody and parenting plans

Child support calculations

Spousal support (alimony) determinations

Retirement account allocations

Business valuations and divisions

Real estate decisions and transfers

Tax considerations

Insurance coverage changes

Estate planning modifications

We also offer California family law mediation for prenuptial agreements, post-divorce modifications, and other family law matters beyond divorce.
Can we still use divorce mediation if we don't agree on everything?

Absolutely. Most California couples begin divorce mediation with some unresolved issues – that’s the exact purpose of mediation. Our experienced California divorce mediators are skilled at helping couples find common ground and creative solutions, even in high-conflict divorce situations.

The divorce mediation process is designed to work through disagreements systematically and identify mutually acceptable compromises. Success in California family mediation doesn’t require starting with agreement; it only requires willingness to participate in good faith and work toward resolution.
How does online divorce mediation work in California?
Our proprietary California online divorce mediation platform provides a seamless experience:

You’ll receive a questionnaire and a secure link to our platform before first your scheduled session

Connect from any device with internet access and a camera

Your mediator will facilitate discussion in a structured format

Documents can be shared and reviewed in real-time

Both parties participate of the comfort of thier own home or office

All sessions can be scheduled at your convenience, including evenings

Your question not listed?

We’re happy to address your specific concerns. Contact us directly at 310-540-2515 or email us for personalized assistance with your situation.

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