Mari Frank's 25 years as a skilled attorney/mediator with expertise in conflict deflection will help you achieve the best outcome with minimum stress. Her process of "solutioneering" is more financially and emotionally satisfying than a court battle. "Aside from avoiding soaring litigation costs, it gives you confidentiality and privacy," she explains. "In our office, you participate in a private mediation process; the public doesn't hear embarrassing statements or accusations, nor do you make public record of financial and other sensitive information." Ms. Frank's unique style provides a safe harbor where proposals are shared in a protected setting managed by an expert facilitator.

"As a mediation professor, tell us what is most important in the process." "Why should divorcing couples consider mediation?" "What is the difference between confidentiality and privacy, and why is it important?" "What are the most important attributes of an effective divorce mediator?" "How can you learn about divorce mediation?"

CONTACT Mari J. Frank, Esq.  Attorney, Mediator, Certified Information Privacy Professional, Author, State Bar Certified Trainer Tel.: (949) 364-1511 Fax: (949) 363-7561 28202 Cabot Road Suite 300 Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

As author of Safeguard Your Identity and Stepping Stones to Success, Mari Frank will help you be successful and keep private information out of public court records. "Although you have a fiduciary duty to reveal all financial information to each other during divorce, you should not be forced to reveal confidential information in public records in court proceedings."

Mari's expertise as a Certified Information Privacy Professional, an experienced family law attorney, and professor of negotiations and mediation will enable you to attain a mutually satisfying agreement without compromising your confidentiality or your financial resources. Ms. Frank's reassuring, compassionate approach builds trust in her and the process. "Going through divorce is painful at times, but in a safe and private setting the resolution of conflict presents an opportunity for healthy emotional growth." Mari's clients move beyond the anger to achieve positive agreements. She demonstrates her commitment to a satisfying outcome for the parties by creating a pleasing environment. "I guide parties to explore various solutions to challenging issues. You will be educated -- not to overpower the other party, but to empower yourself to ask for what you want in a manner that will influence your spouse to understand and be agreeable."

Mari is also the author of several books, a law professor, a certified trainer for the State Bar of California, and a radio host. Considered a respected authority, she has appeared on dozens of national television programs, radio shows, and she has been featured in dozens of national newspapers. Using skillful mediation techniques, legal knowledge, and privacy protection expertise, Mari's mediation sessions will ensure you a safe haven and a gratifying settlement.

For a free initial consultation, contact Mari J. Frank at:

Tel.: (949) 364-1511 or Fax: (949) 363-7561
28202 Cabot Road, Suite 300
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
e-mail: Mari Frank
www.MariFrank.com
www.identitytheft.org
Radio Show: Privacy Piracy

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Mari Frank has written following articles:

FAQs:

• "As a mediation professor, tell us what is most important in the process."
• "Why should divorcing couples first consider mediation?"
• "What is the difference between confidentiality and privacy, and why is it important?"
• "What are the most important attributes of an effective divorce mediator?"
• "How can you learn about divorce mediation?"
• "How long does mediation usually take? Are there ways to speed up the process?"
• "My husband and I have been living together during our separation because we cannot sell our house nor afford two properties. How can we make our situation better?"
• "My husband says we'll save a lot of money using the collaborative approach because we will share a lawyer. Is that really how collaborative law works?"
• "My lawyer tells me I'm eligible for spousal support, but I feel so guilty about my affair that I'm not sure I want to take money from my husband. What should I do?"
• "I want to mediate my divorce, but my spouse is so full of bitterness and anger that he refuses. What can I do?"
• "I read in the newspaper recently about an interesting custody arrangement called 'bird nesting.' What does this option entail -- and how do I know it would work for us?"
• "If a divorce involves complex issues, can you use a mediator?"
• "I'm not certain my lawyer has a good handle on the financial aspects of my divorce. What should I do?"
• "Should I change my name back to my maiden name?"
• "How can I maintain confidentiality and financial privacy in my divorce?"
• "Given that my soon to be ex-spouse and I fight so much is it possible to mediate our divorce?"
• "My spouse and I are about to divorce and I'm concerned that the divorce process is going to disrupt my business, what can I do to protect myself from interference from her and her lawyer?"
• "What should I consider when choosing a mediator?"

Articles:

• Choosing an Effective Dissolution Process to Transform Grief
• How to Negotiate a Successful Relationship Agreement
• Managing the Anger of Divorce
• Peaceful Divorce
• Mediation Barriers: "Failure to Disclose Important Information"