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Kathy Recordon has practiced Family Law exclusively since 1980.

She has been a San Diego Superior Court Settlement Judge (Pro Tem) since 1994, helping other lawyers and their clients resolve their cases without the necessity and expense of going through with an expensive trial.

Kathy has won numerous awards and certificates including outstanding achievement and distinguished service awards for her Pro Bono work with the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program.

Kathy is a recognized expert in divorce and all aspects of family law including dissolution, paternity, alimony spousal support, divorce mediation and annulment. As well as all areas of divorce that affect children including visitation, custody, and child support.

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What is the cost of divorce mediation?
The cost of mediation is substantially less than an adversarial divorce. There is one mediator who works with both parties rather than each party having an attorney. Most attorneys require a substantial retainer and charge between $250 to $350 per hour...
Divorce mediation - Who prepares the paperwork?
In most states the mediator can also prepare the documents required by the courts to initiate the process and the final settlement agreement. The mediator does not represent either party and both parties should seek independent legal counsel to review...
Does divorce mediation always work?
No, not always, but in most cases it is very effective. The parties need to be able to cooperate with the mediator, be open to suggestions and resolutions and be committed to working together. Mediation will not work if there is a history of domestic...
What happens at divorce mediation?
An initial consultation is scheduled to allow the parties to determine if they wish to mediate their dispute and if the mediator suits their needs. This consult is free of charge. If the parties have committed to mediation, a meeting is scheduled to meet...
Why divorce mediation?
90% of divorce litigation ends in full settlement of all issues after months and months of emotional turmoil, several thousands of dollars in attorney's fees, hurt feelings and anger. Mediation can resolve the issues and result in a settlement without...
What is divorce mediation?
Mediation is an option when both parties are willing to work together to resolve the issues involved in the dissolution process. Mediation can resolve all issues, including custody, support, division of property and obligations. Mediation is less expensive...