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California Divorce Mediators

Virtual Divorce Mediation from the comfort of home.

California Divorce Mediators is led by a licensed family law attorney who handles your entire case, every session, every filing, without you ever leaving home.

  • 100% virtual, all sessions over secure video
  • Licensed CA family law attorney
  • Flat-fee retainers, no billing surprises

You deserve a better path

Divorce is hard enough without the courthouse.

Traditional divorce litigation means lawyers, courtrooms, waiting rooms, and months of back-and-forth that drains your finances and your energy. Most families don't need that.

Mediation lets you and your spouse reach agreements together, on your schedule, at your pace, from your own home. We handle every form, every filing, every step. You show up to a video call. That's it.

A relaxed family at home, a calmer path through divorce

The process

Four steps. Zero courtrooms.

  1. 01

    Sign your retainer from your phone

    Reach out and we'll send digital paperwork to sign electronically. Takes minutes, no office visit, no printing.

  2. 02

    We open your case and file the initial documents

    We handle the Petition, Response, and financial disclosures. You'll have 24/7 access to your case file online.

  3. 03

    Attend mediation sessions by secure video

    We schedule sessions at times that work for you. Both parties join from wherever they are in California.

  4. 04

    We finalize and file everything with the court

    Once you've reached agreement, we draft the Marital Settlement Agreement and submit all documents. Neither of you appears in court.

Why choose us

Not just a mediator. A licensed attorney.

Attorney-mediators, not just neutrals

Our mediator is a licensed California family law attorney. That means we understand the legal weight of every agreement we help you reach.

Flat-fee retainer, know your cost upfront

No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. You'll know exactly what your case costs before we begin.

We handle every form and filing

From the initial Petition to the final court submission, we draft and file everything. You don't run errands to the courthouse.

Serving all of California, virtually

We're licensed statewide. Whether you're in San Diego, Sacramento, or anywhere between, we can help, because everything is done online.

A calmer divorce, handled entirely from the comfort of home.

No courtrooms. No commutes. Just a clear path forward, on your own schedule.

What we handle

Every family law matter. One virtual team.

Divorce

Resolve every issue and finalize your divorce, without a courtroom.

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Legal Separation

Formalize finances and parenting without ending the marriage.

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Child Custody & Parenting Plans

Build a practical, child-centered parenting plan together.

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Child & Spousal Support

Reach fair, guideline-informed support that fits your family.

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Property Division

Divide property, accounts, and debts with clarity and fairness.

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Post-Divorce Modifications

Update support or custody orders as life changes, virtually.

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What clients say

Posted on Google
Gerry and Carol made a very difficult situation easier. They showed true professionalism and caring. I'm thankful to have worked with them both.
Kathy Hildabrand9 years ago
Posted on Google
Excellent Service. Very professional and easy
Jim McNally9 years ago
Posted on Google
My now ex-wife and I went through a lengthy mediation and both Gerry and Carol were a pleasure to work with and made the process less stressful. They were professional, fair and friendly in dealing with both of us. Although very amicable it took the two of us quite some time to settle on a final agreement, and Gerry was very patient with us throughout. He did not hinder us to rush anything and gave us time to come to an agreement on our own terms, in an adult manner. Gerry and Carol...you guys rock!
Jason Chism9 years ago
FindLaw®
I hired Gerald Maggio to represent me in a spousal support dispute in January of 2022. The process was a pointlessly lengthy one due to many obstructions caused by opposing counsel and my ex, but Mr. Maggio was a godsend throughout the entire process. As things dragged on for more than two years, his encouragement and support throughout were invaluable. I would have given up many times over were it not for Mr. Maggio and his wonderful team. His representation of me was excellent from start to finish, and when all was finally said and done, we arrived at a very favorable resolution. If you need representation in anything divorce related, I would recommend him to anyone, he is knowledgeable, confident, responsive, and professional.
Veronica H.Verified Client · Mar 2024
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Gerry Maggio Law Firm is a hard working team that will fight for you as if you are family. Gerry Maggio's experience and dedication is very hard to find. Working with the Maggio firm was the best decision I ever made legally and I will be referring him to every family member and friend going forward.
AnonymousVerified Client · Aug 2025
FindLaw®
Ellie Fazeli from Maggio Law Firm took my case on a family law matter. Ellie was very professional from the start and took the time to explain clearly the legal process. She is well prepared and she made always the effort to respond promptly addressing my concerns. Although my case took longer than expected, Ellie stood strong fighting to the end securing a settlement that exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Maggio Law Firm's services.
AnonymousVerified Client · Feb 2025
FindLaw®
Divorce is never a fun process, but having quality legal support during the process makes it a lot easier. The Maggio Law Firm is very knowledgeable and was very helpful in settling my case. Ellie Fazeli represented me during the negotiation stage and final resolution. She is wonderful to work with and a sharp negotiator.
AnonymousVerified Client · Jul 2023
FindLaw®
Gerald Maggio helped me through a divorce and was quite helpful at every step of the way. He was able to set my expectations for what would come at each stage of the process, how long things would take, what the options were etc. I'm grateful for his help and highly recommend him!
AnonymousVerified Client · Jun 2023
FindLaw®
Gerry Maggio represented me in a very contentious divorce. This simple matter became very intricate and complicated, ending with a five-day trial. The whole process took over three and a half years. During this process Gerry was very patient, thoughtful, thorough and effective. Gerry knows divorce law, the courts and how to navigate both cooperative and contentious proceedings. Gerry's calm methodical nature helped to bring this divorce to a positive conclusion. I'm glad I had Gerry as my lawyer to guide me through this process and protect me during this very stressful time in my life.
Duane H.Verified Client · May 2023
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Mr. Maggio's firm is very thorough in following up on your case. Mr. Maggio helped me to finalize a long and difficult divorce that was plagued by lots of issues from the other party. But we finally overcame and got my dissolution. The entire office team is very supportive through what was a very tough time in my life. They follow a portal system that keeps all the documents coordinated through the history of the case and sends reminders for all the court hearings and other events.
AnonymousVerified Client · Apr 2023
FindLaw®
My experience working with the Maggio Law Firm, in particular Ellie Fazeli, was very positive. She conducted herself very professionally and took the time to understand my needs and wants and the intrinsic details of my case, which in turn made our case very strong. I would highly recommend Ellie to my family and friends.
Camilo R.Verified Client · Nov 2022
FindLaw®
Gerry and his team did an excellent job representing me in my alimony case. They were thorough and professional and capably handled everything which put me at ease. I always felt my concerns and questions were answered and communication was timely. I'm very satisfied with the outcome and would definitely use their services again.
AnonymousVerified Client · Aug 2022
FindLaw®
I highly recommend Mr. Gerald Maggio as your family law attorney. It has been quite a journey to get where I am today, but the outcome was what I wanted and fair due to the help of Mr. Maggio. Mr. Maggio is very knowledgeable, patient, thorough, and ethical. His years of experience definitely shows through his hard work, dedication, and commitment. Thank you, Gerry, for helping me and my family get through this difficult situation.
AnonymousVerified Client · Jul 2022

Your mediator

Meet our Founder

Gerry Maggio

Gerry Maggio

Founder, California Family Law Attorney

Common questions

Answers before you reach out.

Litigation bills by the hour and each spouse may hire their own attorney, so the total is hard to predict and often climbs into the tens of thousands. We charge one flat-fee retainer that covers the entire case, including court filing fees. You know your full cost before we begin, and it's typically a fraction of a litigated divorce.
Yes, mediation works because both spouses choose to resolve things together rather than fight it out in court. You don't have to agree on everything up front; working through those disagreements is exactly what the process is for. You both just have to be willing to try.
Complexity is usually fine. Because our mediator is a licensed family law attorney, we can handle real-estate, retirement accounts, business interests, support disputes, and detailed parenting plans. If we ever think mediation isn't the right fit for your situation, we'll tell you honestly in your consultation.
It moves at the pace of your own agreement, which is almost always faster than litigation. California also has a required six-month waiting period before any divorce is final, which we'll explain in your consultation. Many couples complete their working sessions in a matter of weeks.

Ready to move forward from home?

Schedule a free consultation with our team. No pressure, no commitment.