Jenna was great to work with in dealing with my divorce mediation. She explained the process…read moreconcisely which helped make things go smoothly. I appreciated her attention to detail, what my options were and quick responses to questions I had. I recommend her to anyone in need of mediation.

Jenna Williams Esq was outstanding!…read more Her Mediation Services resolved our dissolution in a fair manner I am extremely appreciative of her talents: professionalism, skill, integrity, and determination to finish the job. Best Wishes, Jeffrey Shane

Diane has helped me over the years with both a previous divorce and now a prenuptial agreement. She…read moreis kind, responsive, professional, and personable. I have really enjoyed working with her and I would highly recommend her for any family law needs.

I was referred to Diane and the Marmolejo Law Firm by a trusted attorney friend, which gave me…read moreconfidence and the expectation that I was in good hands from the start. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. I scheduled two phone consultations. The first was rescheduled at the last minute, which I understood and was willing to accommodate. However, the second consultation was missed entirely, and I never received a call or any notice explaining the absence. As a business owner, my time is valuable. I blocked off part of my schedule specifically for these consultations and was expecting a call. While I understand that things can come up, clear communication and respect for a client's time are important, especially when someone is seeking legal guidance. I was genuinely looking forward to speaking with Diane and exploring whether the firm would be a good fit, but after two missed opportunities to connect, I was left disappointed. Based on this experience, I don't believe I'll be moving forward with this firm. I hope this feedback helps improve communication with future clients.

I recommended Leyla to my friends who were going through a divorce. She went out of her way to help…read morethem. She guided them to settle their disagreements amicably, reach an agreement satisfying to them both and establish a functional relationship so that they could continue to coparent their two children. She probably saved them upwards of $20,000 in lawyers fees. Leyla is kind and empathetic. She is also remarkably insightful and highly intelligent. I left an earlier review about my own, incredibly positive experience in working with her. I happily recommended her to my friends and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone who needs to settle a dispute.

Extremely lucky to have been referred to Leyla. She is truly beyond amazing. She made the entire…read moreprocess smooth and painless. Leyla has superb communication skills. She was very clear about instructions, offering practical options for us to consider. She explained everything in detail, and helped us step by step until an agreement was reached. Thank you Leyla for helping us reach a fair outcome. Your guidance is invaluable.

Dan's demeanor is inviting and grounding, even in complicated and stressful settings. Highly…read morerecommend his services!

From the owner: Simon Mediation has provided mediation for all types of disputes, from Business & Employment to…read moreFamily & Divorce. Dan Simon, M.A., J.D approaches disputes to keep you in control and help you work through differences smoothly and without lasting resentment. You'll feel supported and encouraged, and never pushed. Specialty Mediation Services Include - Divorce & Parenting - Marriage - Sibling & Family - Employment Litigation - Business & Workplace - Partnership Disputes - Commercial

You really can't get a better mediator than Mr. Geffen. He will take the time to listen to you and…read moreask thoughtful questions. When faced with the most aggressive or intense adversary, he is cool, calm and collected. He does not get rattled and is able to handle any situation with composure and a touch of humor. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, he really understands the discrimination and barriers faced by people with disabilities and other marginalized groups, including women, people of color and members of the LGBTQIA community.

During my interactions with David Geffen, I discovered him to be untrustworthy and not…read moreknowledgeable about the law. He would often procrastinate and not respond in a timely manner. I would not recommend Mr. David Geffen under any circumstance.

When we first started the process, neither of us really understood how it worked. Dennis was clear…read moreand steady in walking us through each step, helping us understand what mattered most and where to focus our energy. His communication style, neutrality, and ability to explain things in a way that made sense were all incredibly helpful. Looking back now, we feel very fortunate that we found Dennis. He helped us stay on track, work through the hard parts thoughtfully, and reach a place that feels fair and stable for both of us. If a friend were beginning this process, I wouldn't be happy for them--it's never an easy thing--but I would tell them that mediation is absolutely the best path if you can take it. For any couple that wants to move forward with respect and create an outcome that lets both people begin their next chapter, this approach--and working with someone like Dennis--makes a real difference.

Dennis made our process easful and clear. My now ex-wife and I knew we wanted to separate in a…read moreloving and respectful way and Dennis supported that process well. He guided us with clarity, care and knowledge. He also made it simple in terms of the paperwork. This is not an easy process but if you arrive w Dennis, I suspect he will be a good and solid resource. Thank you again sir.

[UPDATE: RESPONSE TO THE OWNER'S REPLY]…read more The owner's response is contradicted by the written record: 1. The Privacy Lie: The owner claims they "never require clients to disclose private medical records." Read Clause 13a below. They literally drafted a binding court order forcing me to disclose my psychiatric treatment and any doctor changes directly to my ex-husband. 2. The "Therapist" Misdirection: Peace Talks' website advertises a "team approach" with a therapist to ensure a "neutral environment" and help "process your emotions." I relied on this to navigate a high-conflict, argumentative situation. Yet, when I made suicidal comments during mediation and disclosed spousal abuse, the therapist offered no support and failed to maintain neutrality. Peace Talks now defends this by claiming the role is "not clinical." It is a deceptive business practice to use the "Therapist" title to sell clients a false sense of emotional safety, only to dodge all professional accountability when those promised protections completely fail. 3. The "Independent Counsel" Excuse: Claiming clients should "seek outside counsel" is just how they excuse charging premium rates while forcing you to sign as "Self-Represented" to escape their own malpractice liability. Do not fall for their polite PR spin. The legal documents they drafted speak for themselves. ORIGINAL REVIEW: I hired Peace Talks Mediation Services believing their 'Team Mediation' approach would be safer than litigation. Instead, it was a systemic failure that stripped me of legal protections. Potential clients should be aware of the specific individuals and dangerous clauses involved in this process: - The 'Medical' Mandate: The drafting team, including Attorney Mediator Barbara Tyson, included a clause in my divorce judgment (Clause 13a) that mandated I take psychiatric medication and waived my HIPAA rights. The text of Clause 13a stated: "Elizabeth stipulates and agrees to continue treatment with a medical professional on a schedule and with medication as recommended by said medical professional. In the event Elizabeth ceases psychiatric treatment, she shall notify [Ex-husband] in writing of same." This violation of my privacy and civil liberties was approved by Ms. Tyson and the firm without proper legal oversight. - The 'Ghostwriting' Clause: Although I paid premium rates for legal drafting, their retainer (Page 5, Section 11) required me to file my judgment as 'Petitioner in Pro Per' (Self-Represented). This shielded the firm from liability for the defective orders they wrote, while leaving me with a judgment that failed to protect my assets. When I filed a complaint, the State Bar confirmed exactly how this liability loophole works. In their dismissal letter regarding Ms. Tyson, they stated: ​"You do not have a contract with Ms. Tyson... You contracted with Peace Talks, a mediation firm, not a law firm." ​This is the trap. You believe you are hiring a team of attorneys to protect you. In reality, the State Bar views them as a generic "firm," and because you sign as "Self-Represented," the individual lawyers have no direct contractual duty to you. You are paying for a lawyer's rates but getting none of a lawyer's accountability.

After doing some research after the ex agreed to divorce mediation instead of pay ridiculous lawyer…read morefees I came across Peace Talks which seemed to have good reviews. After I spoke to Stephanie Maloney she seemed experienced and competent. Boy was I wrong! Her firm and staff are the most incompetent bunch. I figured out the business model, conduct endless amount of mediation at the tune of $650/hour and never settle anything. Stephanie, her divorce attorney and psychologist are only there to keep billing you with mediation meeting that accomplish nothing except setting up more meetings. I wasted over $6,500 before I fired them. The assistant, Julia Shaw disclosed my financial disclosure to my ex before the ex completed hers. How stupid is that? I would have expected that the financial disclosure would be disclosed to each party at the same time. Run for the hills when considering Peace Talks. They run a scam and you are better off spending your money on a good divorce attorney.