by Neil Forester Founder of Forester Family Law and California Certified Family Law Specialist. | Feb 14, 2026 | family law
Mandatory vs. Private Mediation How the Mandatory Mediation Process in California Works How to Prepare for Your Child Custody Mediation Session Finalizing Your Child Custody Agreement Takeaway Child Custody Mediation Frequently Asked Questions In California, child...
by Neil Forester Founder of Forester Family Law and California Certified Family Law Specialist. | Jan 30, 2026 | family law
Mistake #1: Creating an Agreement That Isn’t Legally Enforceable Mistake #2: Omission of Mandatory Legal Provisions Mistake #3: Relying on Outdated Filing Methods Mistake #4: Using Vague or Unprofessional Language Mistake #5: Failing to Meet the Best Interest of the...
by Neil Forester Founder of Forester Family Law and California Certified Family Law Specialist. | Dec 9, 2025 | family law
Between asset division, custody battles, and dealing with emotional upheaval, divorce requires life-altering decisions when most people are least equipped to make them. While attorneys and mediators are indispensable for creating legal agreements, their focus is on...
by Neil Forester Founder of Forester Family Law and California Certified Family Law Specialist. | Jul 28, 2025 | family law
Although the end of a relationship can create a number of stressful challenges, the financial burden may be the most devastating. The high cost of divorce litigation, which can run anywhere from $15,000 to well over $50,000, motivates many to find a less contentious...
by Neil Forester Founder of Forester Family Law and California Certified Family Law Specialist. | Jul 7, 2025 | family law
Going through a divorce is already emotionally challenging, and concerns about privacy often amplify the stress. For many couples, the thought of airing their most personal details in a public courtroom setting feels overwhelming. Fortunately, mediation and private...
by Neil Forester Founder of Forester Family Law and California Certified Family Law Specialist. | Jun 26, 2025 | Divorce Mediation, family law
The thought of a long, drawn-out court battle over child custody is enough to cause any parent sleepless nights, especially when you consider the toll it can take on your children. Recent research has shown that exposure to ongoing conflict, even nonviolent arguments,...
