Divorce Professionals to Know 2025

Tricia D. Goostree is the founder and managing partner of Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois. Since 2002, she has focused her practice entirely on family law. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, paternity, maintenance, complex financial disputes, and appeals. Her background in moot court, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy helped shape the clear, strategic approach she brings to every case. Tricia helps clients make sense of difficult family law problems and take practical steps forward. Whether you are dealing with a contested divorce, a custody fight, or a complicated financial issue, she works to protect your interests and present your case effectively. She is known for being prepared, direct, and compassionate with clients who are facing stressful and deeply personal situations. In addition to her work in court, Tricia has served her community through legal service, bar association leadership, and mock trial programs. She has also earned recognition from Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Leading Lawyers, and other respected legal organizations.

Renee Bauer is a nationally recognized family law attorney and the founder of Happy Even After Family Law, where she helps clients navigate divorce and custody matters with clarity and confidence. With decades of courtroom and negotiation experience, she is known for combining sharp legal strategy with a modern, client centered approach to resolving complex family disputes.

Specialties: Board Certified Family Law Specialist

I am the founder and principal mediator of the San Diego Family Mediation Center. We are located in Del Mar, California at 445 Marine View Ave., Suite 305, Del Mar, CA 92014. Please visit me at www.SanDiegoFamilyMediation.com. My primary goal is to educate people of the benefits of mediation, not only in family law matters, but in all matters. I have been mediating divorces for over 17 years. I believe that families deserve more than family court can give them. Sure, divorce is a legal process, but it is also a family matter and should be treated as such. Too many professionals lose sight of the fact that each "side" is still part of a whole unit. One that will, more often than not, have to continue in a relationship together. This process MUST include empathy, understanding and clear communication. Without them, our clients suffer, and if our clients suffer, their children suffer more. Specialties: Family mediation, pre-marital & post-marital mediation & agreements, dissolution of both marital and non-marital relationships. Mediations are generally completed using only one mediator, however, team mediation will be provided upon request or when necessary.

Family law attorney with 20+ years of business leadership experience, focused on divorce and child custody advocacy.

Scott Levin, known as the Chief PeaceKeeper™, is a leading San Diego divorce lawyer and mediation expert. As the founder of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law, Scott helps couples achieve amicable divorces without the stress of court battles or high legal fees. With over 20 years of family law experience and a magna cum laude degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, Scott is dedicated to providing affordable, peaceful resolutions for families. Scott's clients typically reach amicable out of court agreements in months for a fraction of the cost of a contested litigation. Scott’s expertise as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ ensures a fair division of assets and debts, while his problem-solving approach has earned him recognition as one of San Diego's top family law attorneys, including awards from San Diego Business Journal, Super Lawyers, Mediate.com, and San Diego Metro Magazine. Scott is proud of his and the firm's compassionate approach to separation empowering families to resolve all aspects of divorce with dignity. To learn more about Scott and mediation law services, call 858-255-1321

I am a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), mediator, Certified Divorce Coach (CDC), and Certified Co-Parenting Coach (CCPC) who has built a trusted reputation for guiding women and families through the complexities of divorce and co-parenting transitions with both emotional safety and financial clarity. Drawing on my own lived experience as a divorced mother, I blend empathy with professional expertise to help clients navigate one of life’s most challenging transitions. My practice, Finding Strength with Shell, is rooted in the belief that clarity and confidence are possible even amid upheaval. Areas of Expertise: - Divorce Planner & Guide: Helping clients navigate the divorce process, understand the long-term impact of financial decisions during divorce and make informed decisions. - Mediation: Creating safe, constructive spaces for resolution and collaboration. - Co-Parenting Coaching: Supporting families in building healthier communication and boundaries post-divorce. - Financial Recovery Coaching: specialized support service designed to help women rebuild stability, confidence, and clarity in the wake of divorce. It goes beyond traditional financial planning by addressing both the numbers and the emotions tied to money during a major life transition. Notable Accomplishments - Earned certifications as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, a Certified Divorce Coach, and a Certified Co-Parenting Coach, underscoring my commitment to both financial and emotional well-being. - Author of "You Are Not Alone: Your Guide When Divorce is on Your Doorstep." It's a heartfelt companion for anyone contemplating divorce but who hasn’t yet found the courage to express it. - With a master's in accounting and over 20 years of experience in the Financial Services Industry, I've proudly transitioned from leadership roles to expanding my practice. This journey showcases my strategic vision and unwavering personal integrity, fueling my passion for making a positive impact in our community. - Featured in media and professional platforms for my innovative frameworks that blend financial clarity with emotional healing. Shell’s work is distinguished by her ability to translate difficult transitions into opportunities for growth. Journalists covering stories on divorce, co-parenting, rebuilding finances, or women’s empowerment will find my perspective both deeply informed and profoundly human.

I love doing things differently.Business, branding, running a law firm. Don’t tell me something should be done a certain way. Challenge accepted.I’ve been a divorce attorney for a couple of decades. But I’m more than my legal degree.I wrote a book that won the American Book Fest Award in 2023 - SHE WHO WINS. I love motivational speaking because it terrifies me and makes me uncomfortable.I also am an investor in a technology platform called, The Tarot Bridge. Random, right? Not so much. As a divorce attorney, I often hear women tell me they go to psychics and tarot card readers to get guidance on what to do in their marriage. I saw the need for having a space where readers have been vetted for their integrity.So, to sum it up. I love scaling and building businesses. I love the challenge of taking an idea to fruition. I love failing because it’s an opportunity for growth. And I love helping women recognize their own greatness.

Julie Colin brings more than three decades of experience in family law, representing clients in divorce, custody, and related matters. She is widely recognized for her courtroom experience, practical guidance, and child-focused approach in complex and high-conflict cases.

I’m a divorce attorney with 13 years experience litigating exclusively in Family Law in Virginia courts. I built a social media following on TikTok and Instagram of more than 100,000 followers by sharing practical and modern divorce strategy. I’m now embracing the challenge of entrepreneurship by growing a Family Law firm in one of the most competitive legal markets in the United States.

Cathleen Norton is a California Certified Family Law Specialist and the founder of the Law Offices of Cathleen Norton. She has practiced family law exclusively for over 20 years, handling high-conflict divorce, custody, domestic violence, and complex property matters in Los Angeles County. A UCLA School of Law graduate, Cathleen is known for translating complicated legal issues into clear, practical guidance for parents and families navigating emotionally charged legal disputes.

I free women who want to live a better life by helping them let go of a marriage that isn’t serving them anymore. Women who are empowered can inspire and create change that will improve everyone's lives.Divorce (Marriage Dissolution), complex property division, divorce for women, child support, child custody, adoption, modification, enforcement/contempt, prenups, postnups, marital agreements, collaborative law, mediation, and family law litigation.

Charles M. Green is a Certified California Family Law Specialist and licensed CPA with over 27 years of experience representing clients in complex divorce, child custody, and asset division matters throughout Los Angeles County. As one of approximately 1,150 State Bar-certified family law specialists in California—and one of the few who also holds an active CPA license—Charles brings integrated legal and financial expertise to high-stakes cases involving business valuations, QDROs, retirement division, spousal support calculations, and forensic financial analysis. His firm, Charles M. Green, APLC, was among the first Los Angeles family law practices to build CPA financial benefits and Spanish-language services into its foundation, serving Latino communities since 1998. The firm also provides Korean-language support. Charles is available to comment on California divorce and custody law, high-net-worth asset division, gray divorce trends, fathers' rights, CA yax law, QDRO/retirement issues, and financial strategy in family law and tax controversy matters.' Credentials: - Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California - Licensed CPA (California) - J.D. + former Big Four accounting experience

Virginia Family/Matrimonial AttorneySpecialties: family law, matrimonial law, divorce, separation, child custody, parenting time/visitation, prenuptial/antenuptial agreements, parenting time, visitation, spousal support, equitable distribution, child support, mediation, litigation, business valuation, proofreading, research, writing

After spending 15 years as a divorce litigator, Jeanette became determined to create a positive and less stressful divorce experience for clients. This led to her found Atlanta Holistic Family Law, where Jeanette and her team prioritize non-litigation tools for clients to have a lower stress divorce on their own terms and timeline.Jeanette has a real passion for family law that stems from her own personal background of being a single parent over her son, Logan, who she adopted from birth together with her ex-husband. Jeanette’s passion for the law and her extensive family law experience enables her to handle even complex family law issues while utilizing a low conflict process.

If you are going through a high-conflict divorce or custody matter, you're likely overwhelmed by the thought of losing the things that matter most to you - your children, your money, your home, or your business. Having a lawyer on your side from the moment you think you may be heading toward court in a family law matter makes a huge difference in giving you the confidence and security of having someone in your corner - to guide you, fight for you, and help you protect what is most important to you and move from a bad situation into a life that you will love. Call us today at 774.314.4725 and get us on your side now so you can sleep better tonight knowing you're protecting your future.

Jess Knauf is Director of Client Services at Mediate UK, the UK’s largest private family mediation service operating across England and Wales. She is also co-founder of Family Law Service, which helps all those people who sit between risky DIY options and and expensive solicitor fees. With over 6 years’ experience in family mediation support and client management, Jess specialises in guiding separating couples through the early stages of divorce, child arrangements and financial mediation with clarity and reassurance. Jess oversees Mediate UK’s national Client Management Unit, ensuring families can access mediation quickly, often within 48 hours, and that every client receives structured, professional and compassionate support from first enquiry through to agreement. She has played a central role in developing Mediate UK’s streamlined mediation processes and fixed-fee legally binding packages, helping thousands of families resolve matters without unnecessary court involvement. Working alongside accredited family mediators, solicitors and barristers, Jess has extensive practical knowledge of MIAM requirements, no-fault divorce procedures, child-focused mediation and financial disclosure processes under the laws of England and Wales. She is particularly passionate about improving access to mediation, promoting early dispute resolution and ensuring families understand their options before considering litigation. Jess is regularly involved in service development, client safeguarding processes and the implementation of best practice in line with the Family Mediation Council’s Code of Practice. She is a strong advocate for child-focused outcomes and constructive communication during separation. At Mediate UK and Family Law Service, Jess is committed to helping families find fair, workable solutions and, as the organisation’s tagline reflects, to helping clients Find Your Future.

Dr. Frank D. Yelian, MD, PhD, is the Founder and Director of Life IVF Center, one of the West Coast's largest independent fertility practices. At Life IVF, he leads a highly specialized fertility program focused on delivering results in the most challenging cases. With dual training as a physician and scientist, Dr. Yelian combines rigorous clinical expertise with a deep understanding of reproductive biology to develop highly individualized treatment strategies. Dr. Yelian is widely recognized for his work with patients who have experienced prior IVF failure, particularly those with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), advanced maternal age, and other complex diagnoses. His clinical approach centers on Precision IVF® protocols, which emphasize careful calibration of medication dosing to align with each patient’s unique physiology. This method is designed to maximize treatment effectiveness while reducing unnecessary medication costs and limiting exposure to potentially harmful side effects. At Life IVF Center, Dr. Yelian has built a reputation for treating patients that many clinics decline. His program consistently achieves successful outcomes in cases considered low probability, supported by advanced diagnostics, refined stimulation strategies, and a high-performance embryology laboratory. In addition to his work with complex IVF cases, Dr. Yelian has extensive experience in travel IVF, egg donation, and gestational surrogacy, providing comprehensive solutions for both domestic and international patients. His ability to manage intricate clinical scenarios across these pathways has made Life IVF Center a destination for patients seeking expertise beyond standard fertility care. Dr. Yelian’s work is defined by a commitment to precision, innovation, and results, establishing Life IVF Center as a leader in advanced reproductive medicine for patients who require a more sophisticated and individualized approach.

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