Neil Forester
Family Law Specialist & Practitioner Mediator
Practitioner Mediator · Attorney
I 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.
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In mediation, I typically utilize a blended approach, as each case brings with it its own dynamic and special circumstances. In cases that might benefit from a more “evaluative” approach – like those that need a risk assessment if mediation fails and litigation becomes necessary – I lean on my 18+ years as a family law litigator to provide some perspective and a range of possible outcomes that can help parties formulate a more informed settlement. In cases involving more complex emotional or psychological issues, I use a more “facilitative” approach to broaden the settlement discussions and offer creative approaches to resolving particularly difficult issues.
Divorce (all issues), Divorce (parenting), Family, Marital Mediation, Online Family/Divorce, Online Mediation, Pet Mediation, Prenuptial
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$450
| Format | Duration | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| IN_PERSON | HOURLY | $450 | Hourly mediator fee |
| IN_PERSON | HOURLY | $500 | Arbitrator rate |
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- Child Custody & Visitation
- Child Support Disputes
- Divorce & Separation
- Family Law Mediation