Featuring Insights from Tracy Ann Moore-Grant, Founder of the Amicable Divorce Network
When families face divorce, the traditional legal system often feels cold, combative, and counterproductive. It’s a process that too often escalates conflict, rather than resolves it. But professionals like Tracy Ann Moore-Grant, founder of the Amicable Divorce Network, are proving there’s a better way—one rooted in respect, collaboration,
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Top 10 Smart Divorce Decisions That Lead to a Better Future
Divorce can be one of life’s most emotionally and financially difficult experiences—but it can also be a powerful turning point. With the right mindset and strategic choices, you can create a foundation for peace, stability, and personal growth. Whether you’re just beginning the divorce process or navigating final steps, these ten smart decisions will help you move forward with clarity,…
Professional Divorce Spotlight: Rebuilding After Divorce with Expert Insights from India Kern
In this month’s expert feature, Certified Divorce Coach India Kern shares how to turn disruption into growth—with practical insight on co-parenting, healing, support networks, and the business side of divorce.
When it comes to navigating the emotional, logistical, and financial complexities of divorce, the right guidance can make all the difference. I recently spoke with India Kern, Certified Divorce Coach…
New Year Resolution #3: Balancing Children and Aging Parents as a Single Parent in the Sandwich Generation
Navigating life as a single parent can be a significant challenge on its own, but when combined with the responsibilities of caring for aging parents, it can feel overwhelming. The “sandwich generation”—those simultaneously supporting both their children and their parents—often find themselves stretched thin both financially and emotionally. Here are practical tips to help single parents in this situation manage…
Professional Divorce Spotlight: CDFA Laurie Itkin Expert Financial Insights
A well-planned fair asset and property division settlement requires preparation, intention and care. This negotiation can mean the difference between long-term financial stability and setbacks after the divorce process is complete. This month, we turn to our friend and colleague Laurie Itkin, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), to shed light on some of the most pressing financial concerns during divorce.…
March Madness and Divorce: A Game Plan for Financial Success
March Madness is an American tradition, an institution even. This week, millions of people fill out brackets by analyzing teams, predicting upsets, and hoping their picks survive and advance. The ones who come out on top? They’re not just lucky; they’re strategic. They study the stats, do their research, and make calculated decisions.
Your divorce also is a version of…
Divorce Mediation Costs in San Diego: How to Reduce Costs
Nonadversarial divorce mediation allows you to maintain control of your costs and settlement agreement. Divorce mediation has emerged as the best alternative to traditional divorce battles in court. For those of you seeking an amicable cost-effective divorce in San Diego that priorities fair negotiations, this guide helps explain the potential expenses involved in divorce mediation and will provide you with…
Scott Levin Interview on Divorce Doesn’t Suck: Why Mediation
Can a divorce be peaceful? Absolutely! Mediator Scott Levin was a guest in February 2025 on Wendy Lowy Sloane’s interesting podcast, Divorce Doesn’t Suck. Join Scott as he talks about all of the ways you can navigate divorce peacefully to reduce stress and save money as he shares stories of hope and healing through divorce mediation. Divorce doesn’t have to…
Scott Levin Selected to Join the LGBTQ+ Family Law Institute
Scott Levin is a dedicated LGBTQ+ family law mediator committed to helping individuals and families navigate marriage, divorce, and co-parenting with clarity and compassion. As a trusted advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, Scott has worked tirelessly to ensure that all families have access to fair, respectful, and effective mediation services. Scott Levin Is Trusted by San Diego LGBTQ+ Families as…
Health Insurance After Divorce in California – FAQs with Scott Levin
If you have health insurance coverage under your spouse’s plan and are divorcing, you’ll need to be proactive in your negotiations to retain the existing coverage or select a new option to ensure medical insurance is uninterrupted. Below, we outline the steps you can take to secure health insurance after divorce and protect your health moving forward. Do I lose…