Resolving Custody Disputes in Mediation

In San Diego, parents must take part in one mediation session before attending court to settle custody disputes. In mediation, parents get the opportunity to settle custody terms themselves, instead of having a judge make decisions for them. At Her Lawyer, our mediators specialize in helping spouses reach a fair custody agreement. Our passionate mediators help parents settle custody terms throughout San Diego. Get connected to an attorney with one of our San Diego Child Custody Mediation Attorneys today!

Why Choose Her Lawyer?

Her Lawyer was created for one purpose: to serve clients in need of legal help. Settling custody and visitation terms is no easy task, but an experienced mediator can help you and your spouse reach a fair custody agreement. Our attorneys understand how to guide fruitful discussions between parents in child custody mediation.

Mandatory Child Custody Mediation in San Diego

San Diego is a “recommending county”, meaning that family law courts recommend that parents attend mediation (now called child custody recommending counseling) before going to court to settle custody disputes. Despite the name, the child custody recommending counseling is mandatory for parents in custody disputes.

Under California Family Code 3710, parents in San Diego must attend at least one mediation session before going to court. Mediation gives parents the chance to choose custody and visitation terms for themselves instead of having a judge do it for them. If you and your child’s parent can reach an agreement in custody mediation, neither of you will need to attend court. Your mediation attorney can draft the final custody agreement on your behalf and submit it to a judge for approval.

How Can A San Diego Child Custody Mediation Attorney Help Me?

If you reach a custody agreement in mediation, you will not have to appear in front of a judge. Most parents choose to avoid court because of their lack of involvement in determining when they are allowed to see their child. If an agreement is reached in child custody mediation, your attorney can draft the final custody agreement and submit it to the court on your behalf; attending court will not be necessary. One of our mediation attorneys can help you and your child’s parent reach a fair custody agreement without being pitted against each other in court.

Child Custody Mediation – Attorney Principles

Protecting Your Child’s Best Interests

The ultimate goal of this session will be to protect your child’s best interests. Both parents may think they know what’s best for a child, but their opinions may differ. Mediation is a place for both spouses to work together and determine a custody agreement that protects their child’s best interests. One of our experienced child custody mediators in San Diego can help you reach an agreement.

Reaching a Fair Custody Agreement

San Diego courts have designed the law to allow parents to reach a custody agreement amicably. As experienced mediators, it’s our duty to help parents agree to fair custody terms. We’ll make sure the discussions are productive and terms are agreed upon by both spouses. Mediation provided by Her Lawyer is a great way for parents to reach a fair custody agreement outside of court.

Individualized, Affordable Help

At Her Lawyer, we understand that every custody matter needs its own solution. Your experienced mediator will adapt to your unique legal situation. We’ll work with you to find a child custody mediator in San Diego that fits your exact needs and preferences.

Free Consultation With a San Diego Child Custody Mediation Attorney

If you need a child custody mediation attorney in San Diego, contact us. We’ll get you in touch with the most qualified mediator for your unique legal matter. Get connected to an attorney with one of our San Diego Child Custody Mediation Attorneys today!