The Smart Way to Divorce

Mediation by Video Conference

From the comfort of your home or office

Online Divorce Mediation

Convenience

Meet with our mediators and resolve your case from the comfort of your home or office using our video conferencing platforms. We help you come to an agreement and prepare all of the filings and paperwork. All relevant documents are kept online for 24/7 access and review by the parties.

Expertise

Our mediators are all attorneys with extensive family law courtroom experience. Our mediators all presently serve as settlement officers for the California Superior Court family law departments and undergo extensive, California state bar certified, continuing legal education in the field of family law.

Affordability

Our proprietary workflows and tools reduce the time and cost of divorce mediation. Just as important it makes the cost predicable. You prepay for the services to be provided. No more attorney fee invoices for services which cannot even be verified. CalDisso online mediation can save many tens of thousands compared to traditional in person mediation and litigation based divorce solutions.

FAQs

What are your fees?
Our online divorce mediation services follow a transparent fee structure designed for simplicity and value:

Initial Consultation: $400 for a one-hour session (can be divided into two 30-minute sessions if preferred)

Mediation Sessions: $1,400 per 2.5-hour session ( this will also include additional time, typically one hour, the attorney/mediator will spend preparing for the meeting and creating a summary after the meeting) .

Paralegal Document Preparation: $125 per hour (if needed by one or both parties).

Final Judgment Preparation: $300 (complicated cases with significant assets and/or complicated custody arrangements may be more)

All payments are due at the time of scheduling, and we accept all major credit cards and electronic payments. We provide detailed invoices for all services.
How long does the divorce mediation process take?
The timeline for completing your divorce mediation varies based on your specific situation, the complexity of assets, and whether children are involved. Typically:

Simple divorces with few assets and no children: 1-2 mediation sessions

Moderate complexity (some assets, straightforward custody): 2-3 sessions

Complex situations (significant assets, businesses, contested custody): 3-5 sessions

California law requires a minimum 6-month waiting period between filing and finalizing a divorce, but the mediation process itself can be completed during this waiting period.
What's the difference between mediation and litigation?
Divorce mediation offers significant advantages over traditional litigation:

Cost: Mediation typically costs 60-70% less than litigated divorces

Time: Completes in months rather than years

Control: You and your spouse make decisions, not a judge

Privacy: Keeps your personal matters confidential, unlike public court proceedings

Relationship: Preserves better communication and cooperation, especially beneficial when children are involved

Flexibility: Creates customized solutions that courts might not consider

Our online platform enhances these benefits by adding convenience and reducing stress during an already challenging time.
Do I need my own attorney during mediation?

While not required, we strongly encourage both parties to consult with independent attorneys before signing any final agreements. Our mediators, though attorneys themselves, remain neutral and cannot provide legal advice to either party.

We can recommend experienced family law attorneys who understand the mediation process and can provide limited-scope representation for document review and legal advice without disrupting the mediation process.
What issues can be resolved through mediation?
Our online mediation services can address all aspects of your divorce, including:

Division of property and assets

Division of debts and liabilities

Child custody and parenting plans

Child support calculations

Spousal support (alimony) determinations

Retirement account allocations

Business valuations and divisions

Real estate decisions and transfers

Tax considerations

Insurance coverage changes

Estate planning modifications

We also offer mediation for prenuptial agreements, post-divorce modifications, and other family law matters.
Can we still mediate if we don't agree on everything?

Absolutely. Most couples begin mediation with some unresolved issues – that’s the purpose of mediation. Our experienced mediators are skilled at helping couples find common ground and creative solutions, even in high-conflict situations.

The mediation process is designed to work through disagreements systematically and identify mutually acceptable compromises. Success in mediation doesn’t require starting with agreement; it only requires willingness to participate in good faith.
How does online mediation work?
Our proprietary video conferencing platform provides a seamless experience:

You’ll receive a questionnaire and a secure link to our platform before first your scheduled session

Connect from any device with internet access and a camera

Your mediator will facilitate discussion in a structured format

Documents can be shared and reviewed in real-time

Private breakout rooms are available when needed

All sessions can be scheduled at your convenience, including evenings

The online format allows both parties to participate from separate locations if preferred, which can be especially helpful in high-conflict situations.

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We’re happy to address your specific concerns. Contact us directly at 310-540-2515 or email us for personalized assistance with your situation.

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The Smart Way to Divorce

Mediation by Video Conference

Online Divorce Mediation

Convenience

Expertise

Affordability

Our Founders

Philip Michael Daigneault

Wendy Jones

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