Family Law

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

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

Are you navigating a marriage separation in California and feeling overwhelmed by the legal, financial and emotional complexities? This is Scott Levin, founder of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law, and I am writing this guide to help you understand legal separation, dissolution, property division, custody and support so it all doesn’t feel so overwhelming.
Understanding the steps involved

Getting a divorce is never an easy process, but in California, couples have the option to choose an out-of-court divorce settlement. This alternative approach offers numerous benefits that can make the dissolution of a marriage less stressful and more amicable. In this article, we will look at the benefits of choosing California divorce mediation for an out-of-court divorce settlement in

As a divorce mediator, I am often tasked with helping couples navigate divorce and reach agreements that are outside the box. Many couples with children prefer not to disrupt their kids by selling the home and having the kids move. Instead, these parents want to reach agreements that are motivated in part by what’s best for their kiddos and not

Working with a CDFA During Your Divorce
Divorce is an emotionally charged process, but it’s also a financially intricate one. That’s why working with a San Diego divorce financial expert known as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) like Scott Levin can be a game-changer. Let’s delve into why you should consider attorney

The Role of a Consulting Attorney in Divorce Mediation
According to Mediate.com, roughly 80% of divorcing couples who use mediation reach a settlement. Traditionally, mediation is a lawyer-free process. However, a consulting attorney can provide valuable guidance and advice throughout the process, ensuring that your rights and interests are protected. Whether it

Divorce is challenging and a woman’s self-confidence often dips during this tumultuous time in her life. In today’s episode, I speak with Diane Pappas and Chris Chen, co-creators of the Divorce Course for Women, on how you can advocate for your value during a divorce.

Both Diane and Chris are certified financial planners (CFP®) and divorce financial analysts (CDFA) dedicated