You’ll have a clear, legally binding agreement that both parties helped create. No more uncertainty about custody schedules, support payments, or property division. Your children see parents who can communicate respectfully, setting them up for healthier relationships with both of you moving forward.
The financial relief is immediate. Instead of burning through savings on attorney fees and court costs, you keep more of your assets for your family’s future. Most couples complete mediation in months, not years, letting you move forward with confidence rather than staying stuck in legal limbo.
You maintain control over the decisions that shape your family’s future. No stranger in a black robe decides what’s best for your children or how to divide assets you spent years building together.
Level Dispute Resolution has been helping Orange County families navigate divorce and separation with dignity and respect. Our certified family law specialists understand the unique challenges facing Corona del Mar residents, from complex property divisions involving high-value coastal real estate to custody arrangements that work with the area’s demanding professional schedules.
We’ve seen how traditional litigation tears families apart, especially in a tight-knit community like Corona del Mar where everyone knows everyone. That’s why we focus on collaborative solutions that preserve relationships and protect your privacy.
Our mediators bring decades of family law experience, combined with specialized training in conflict resolution. We’re not here to take sides or push you toward any particular outcome. We’re here to help you and your spouse find common ground and create agreements that actually work for your family’s unique situation.
We start with a free consultation where we listen to your situation and explain how mediation can work for you. No pressure, no sales pitch. Just honest answers about whether mediation makes sense for your case.
If you decide to move forward, we schedule your first joint session. Both spouses attend, along with our neutral mediator. We create a safe space where you can discuss the issues that need resolving: custody, support, property division, whatever matters most to your family.
Our mediator guides the conversation, helping you explore options and find solutions that work for everyone. We don’t make decisions for you. We help you make better decisions together. Each session builds on the last, moving you closer to a complete agreement.
Once you’ve worked through all the issues, we draft a comprehensive agreement that reflects your decisions. This becomes part of your divorce decree, giving you the legal protection you need while preserving the collaborative spirit that got you there.
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Our mediation services cover every aspect of family disputes. Divorce mediation helps couples divide assets, determine support, and create custody arrangements without courtroom battles. We handle complex property divisions common in Corona del Mar, including high-value homes, investment properties, and business interests.
Child custody mediation focuses on creating parenting plans that actually work. We understand the demands of Orange County’s professional environment and help create schedules that respect both parents’ careers while prioritizing children’s needs. Our mediators are trained in child development and family dynamics, ensuring custody agreements serve your children’s best interests.
Post-judgment mediation addresses changes that happen after divorce. Job changes, relocations, or evolving family needs often require modifications to existing orders. Rather than heading back to court, mediation offers a faster, less expensive way to adjust custody, support, or visitation arrangements.
We also provide legal separation mediation for couples who need time apart but aren’t ready for divorce. This process addresses the same issues as divorce mediation while keeping your legal options open.
Mediation typically costs a fraction of what you’d spend on litigation. Most couples complete the entire process for $2,000 to $5,000, compared to $15,000 or more for a contested divorce.
We use transparent, flat-fee pricing so you know exactly what you’re paying upfront. No surprise bills, no hourly fees that add up while attorneys argue over minor details. You pay for results, not billable hours.
The real savings go beyond money. Mediation usually takes 2-4 months instead of 12-18 months for litigation. That means less time in legal limbo and more time building your new life.
Most couples do reach agreement through mediation, but if you can’t resolve certain issues, you haven’t wasted your time or money. Any agreements you do reach can still be used in court proceedings, saving you time and legal fees on those resolved matters.
Mediation is voluntary, so either spouse can choose to stop the process and pursue litigation instead. However, many couples who hit roadblocks in mediation take a break and return later with fresh perspectives.
Our mediators are skilled at helping couples work through difficult issues. Sometimes what seems like an impossible disagreement just needs a different approach or more information to resolve.
Yes, mediation is completely confidential. Unlike court proceedings, which become public record, everything discussed in mediation stays between you, your spouse, and the mediator.
This confidentiality encourages honest communication. You can explore options and discuss sensitive topics without worrying about how it might look in court later. If mediation doesn’t work out and you end up in litigation, nothing said during mediation can be used against you.
The only exception is the final agreement itself, which becomes part of your divorce decree. But the negotiations, discussions, and any offers made during mediation remain private forever.
Most couples complete mediation in 2-4 months, though complex cases might take longer. The timeline depends on how many issues you need to resolve and how well you and your spouse can communicate and compromise.
We typically schedule sessions every 2-3 weeks, giving you time between meetings to think about what was discussed and gather any needed information. Each session lasts about 2 hours, and most couples need 4-8 sessions total.
Compare this to litigation, which often takes 12-18 months or longer. Court calendars are packed, and you’re at the mercy of the judge’s schedule. With mediation, you control the timeline and can move as quickly or slowly as feels right for your family.
You don’t need to be friends to mediate successfully. Many couples come to mediation precisely because they’re not getting along and want to avoid the conflict that comes with litigation.
Our mediators are trained in conflict resolution and know how to manage difficult conversations. We create structure and ground rules that help keep discussions productive, even when emotions run high.
The key is that both spouses need to be willing to participate in good faith. If there’s domestic violence, substance abuse, or one spouse is completely unwilling to compromise, mediation might not be appropriate. But disagreement and conflict don’t automatically disqualify you from mediation.
We combine legal expertise with specialized mediation training. Our certified family law specialists understand California divorce law inside and out, so you get accurate legal information throughout the process.
We also have a team approach. When your case needs financial analysis, child development expertise, or property valuation, we have professionals ready to help. This means faster resolution and more comprehensive agreements.
Most importantly, we focus on creating agreements that actually work long-term. We’ve seen too many mediated agreements fall apart because they weren’t thorough or realistic. Our goal is to help you create a settlement that will prevent future conflicts and reduce the need for costly modifications down the road.
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