About The Divorce-Help Clinic™
Testimonials
As an expert quoted in Forbes Magazine and a divorce writer for The Huffington Post, The Divorce-Help Clinic™ caters to all-things-divorce. We offer 4 primary services:
- Divorce Planning
If you are one of the 50-68% who decide to leave your marriage, we help you strategize the most effective way out. - Divorce Mediation
If you want to finalize the divorce, we help you mediate an arrangement that preserves the family unit.v - Divorce Paperwork (Do-it-yourself Divorce)
If you and your spouse agree on the details to finalize your divorce and do not need someone to mediate the details, this service is the way to go. Not only will it save you money, but the paperwork will get it done correctly the first time, saving you the unnecessary hassle of dealing with the court. - Fix-Your-Marriage (Marriage-Mediation) If you need to strengthen your marriage, we help you fix it.
Company History
The Divorce Help Clinic offices opened in 2000 after the release of my second book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Romance (Macmillan Publishing). While I expected the book to bring in couples who wanted to strengthen their relationships, the opposite was the case--most wanted a divorce. Being a mediator already, I began getting trained in divorce mediation to help people to arrive at the best Marital Settlement Agreement.
Staff: With the growth of the company, the full staff have their law degrees, strong experience in family law and specific training in DIVORCE mediation. These are three qualities that make us stand out against our competitors.
Expanded Services: Divorce Mediation, Do-it-yourself-Divorce, Family Court Mediation Coaching, Divorce Planning, Domestic Partnership & Dissolution. You name it, we have it. We pride ourselves on integrity, confidentiality and free bonus services to our clients (support group, parent class). We take care of you as well as your whole family.
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Consulting Attorney for The Divorce Help Clinic
We have a consulting licensed Family Law Attorney for employees at The Divorce Help Clinic to regularly consult with as well as to keep everyone up to speed on new laws, mediation techniques and overall legal information and direction.
In cases that are unusually challenging, we have this Licensed Family Law Attorney come in as a "guest mediator" to aid in bringing reality into the room. He has been litigating the most difficult issues in the San Diego Family Courts for 16 years. He is very well versed in family law and is a no-nonsense, to the point, kind of guy. Do not expect anything except the cold hard truth and with that, you will find resolution.
Example of complicated mediation issues: The beauty of family law is that there is really only one way a court can divide an estate in California, 50/50. However, it can become complicated when the couple is trying to divide assets that are not the same (i.e., a 401k for the equity in the house).
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Divorce-Mediators-in-San-Diego (& Staff)
Nancy Fagan, Owner, The Divorce Help Clinic™
a.k.a. The Divorce Reporter
(858) 863-3380
E-Mail: Nancy@TheDivorceHelpClinic.com
Nancy Fagan, MS is the founder of The Divorce Help Clinic™ (divorce planning & divorce mediation services), a Huffington Post divorce writer, dubbed "The Divorce Reporter" and author of "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Romance" (Macmillan Publishing) and "Desirable Men: How to Find Them" (Prima Publishing). She received her mediation certification through the National Conflict Resolution Center—an organization founded by the University of San Diego Law Center and the San Diego County Bar Association. In addition, Ms. Fagan has attended countless divorce mediation training, dispute resolution, and most notably graduated the Mosten Mediation Institute.
She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy and has been working with conflicting couples since 1993. Her background provides a unique blend of knowledge and practical skills to achieve resolution of complex relationship issues, prevent litigation and preserves relationships. She is once-divorced.
Ms. Fagan is a nationally recognized divorce and relationship expert, the author of two books, and is considered a pioneer in the field of pre-divorce planning. She has been fondly dubbed "The Divorce Reporter" and has a strong presence on the Web as well as has appeared on countless radio and television shows such as ABC News, NBC News, CBS News, FOX News, Ricki Lake, Men are from Mars/Women are from Venus, The Berman & Berman Show and many others. Nancy has been featured in most major newspaper in the United States and worldwide as well as regularly mentioned as a relationship expert in the nation's top magazines such as Forbes, Ladies' Home Journal ('Can this Marriage be Saved?'), Redbook, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Men's Health, Bride's, Seventeen, Women's Day, Family Circle, Women's Own, BBW, Complete Women and dozens of others. More
Jennifer M. Segura, J.D.
Divorce Mediator
(858) 863-3380
E-Mail: Jen@TheDivorceHelpClinic.com
Jennifer M. Segura is the past president (2009) of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in San Diego. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelors Degree and continued on to graduate Cum Laude from Thomas Jefferson School of Law.
After working at law firms that litigated family matters, Jennifer saw the emotional and financial destruction that resulted. She knew there must be a better way.
Jennifer's passion for family law was deeply rooted in her desire to assist families through the stressful event and help each party set a strong foundation to re-build the new family dynamic they were entering. After learning about mediation and the constructive process it offered families going through divorce, she began mediating family law issues and never looked back.
Jennifer has actively participated in a variety of family-related clubs such as The Family Law Club and The Gay, Lesbian and Transgendered Rights Club.
Ralph T. Santoro, Esq.
Divorce Mediator
(858) 863-3380
Ralph T. Santoro has nine years of experience in the field of law and was admitted to practice in California in 2002. He received his B.A. from the University of California at Santa Cruz in 1997 and his J.D. from the California Western School of Law in 2002.
Licensed Family Law Attorney
Consulting Attorney for The Divorce Help Clinic
We have a consulting Licensed Family Law Attorney for employees at The Divorce Help Clinic to regularly consult with as well as to keep everyone up to speed on new laws, mediation techniques and overall legal information and direction.
In cases that are unusually challenging, we have this Licensed Family Law Attorney come in as a "guest mediator" to aid in bringing reality into the room. He has been litigating the most difficult issues in the San Diego Family Courts for 16 years. He is very well versed in family law and is a no-nonsense, to the point, kind of guy. Do not expect anything except the cold hard truth and with that, you will find resolution.
Example of complicated mediation issues: The beauty of family law is that there is really only one way a court can divide an estate in California, 50/50. However, it can become complicated when the couple is trying to divide assets that are not the same (i.e., a 401k for the equity in the house).
Sarah Lewis, Esq.
Trial Consultant
(858) 863-3380
Ms. Lewis holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a law degree from California Western School of Law, by way of the notable Creative Problem Solving Scholarship. While attending law school, she received the Distinguished Advocate Award as a result of her performance in trial advocacy competitions. As part of her education, Ms. Lewis studied mediation, dispute resolution, family law and negotiation. She is a member of the American Society of Trial Consultants and the San Diego County Bar Association and Young New Lawyers Division. Upon graduation from law school, Ms. Lewis worked as a consultant at an estate planning and asset protection firm as well as completed a position as a summer associate at a civil litigation firm in Utah.
Ms. Lewis volunteered as a member of the Hospital Response Team, a division of the Utah Domestic Violence Council. She completed a 200 hour domestic violence training course and has worked with women who have been the victims of domestic violence. She also volunteers as a mentor at The Jenna Druck Foundation and frequently participates in self-esteem building workshops for teenage girls.
Ms. Lewis worked at the Utah Attorney General's Office where she researched and wrote a grant aimed at helping women and children who were victims of domestic violence. She obtained a $900,000.00 Federal Grant, developed and implemented a plan to build and operate shelters for the women and children leaving abusive situations.
Tess Armstrong
Marketing Associate
(858) 863-3380
E-mail: Info@TheDivorceHelpClinic.com
Tess Armstrong is is a second year college student at Mesa College working toward a B.S. degree in business marketing. Upon graduation she plans to attend law school to prepare for a career as a sport’s agent.
Ms. Armstrong began working toward her college degree while serving a 4-year term in the United States Air Force where she worked the job specialty in Command and Control. She was stationed two years in North Dakota, a 6-month tour of Iraq followed by 15 months in Turkey. 164-193
Lauren Coyle
Assistant
Lauren Coyle is in her third year in college at Sonoma State University working toward a B.S. degree in human development with the goal of being an elementary school teacher. She also works part-time as a preschool teacher.
Brandon Sanchez
Social Media & IT
(858) 863-3380
E-mail: Info@TheDivorceHelpClinic.com
Brandon Sanchez is the newest addition to The Divorce Help Clinic. He is in his junior year at Sonoma State University working toward a B.S. degree in business administration. Upon graduation he plans to attend graduate school for his MBA.
The Broken Heart of San Diego
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(858) 863-3380
E-mail: Info@TheDivorceHelpClinic.com
The "Broken Heart of San Diego" is making its way around town. When you see it, don't be shy. Come over and say hello, take a photo or get information about our divorce planning and divorce mediation services. See you soon!
