Core Practice Areas
6 VerticalsAbout & Mediation Philosophy
Neutral ProfileI have spent much of my career negotiating and litigating divorce cases, and can offer expertise and an “insider” perspective about the realities of family court. My practice emphasizes mediation and arbitration whenever possible as a more efficient alternative to lawsuits, court hearings, and expensive lawyering. When litigation is unavoidable, I provide specialized counseling and strategic guidance for navigating the courtroom. For more than 18 years, my work has covered marital dissolution, business valuations, property division, child custody orders, child support calculations, and spousal support awards. I also help individuals with prenups, adoptions, cohabitation agreements, LGBTQ+ legalities, and pet parenting contracts. I am certified as an arbitrator by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and as of 2023 hold a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University’s Caruso School of Law.
Credentials & Institutional Standing
Primary VerificationsLicense
Education
Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law
LL.M. · Dispute Resolution (Mediation Concentration)
Class of 2024
Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law
Certificate · Dispute Resolution
Class of 2023
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
JD · Law
Class of 2004
California State University, Sacramento
BA
Class of 2001
Work History
No work history on file.
Honors & Recognition
5 HonorsSacramento Top 25
Northern California Super Lawyers
2020
Awarded 2020 - 2021
Northern California Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2017
Awarded 2017 - 2022
Top Lawyers
Sacramento Magazine
2015
Awarded 2015 - 2022
Hero of Human Services Award
Sacramento County Board of Supervisors
2014
Best of the Bar
Sacramento Business Journal
2014
Also awarded 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Fees & Availability
Rate ScheduleStandard rates. Contact for custom arrangements.
| Format | Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| IN_PERSON | HOURLY | $500 | Family Law Mediation |
| IN_PERSON | HOURLY | $450 | Family Law Mediation |
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