Q: What makes Bonnie Rabinovitch-Mantel qualified to serve as a mediator?
A: Bonnie is a California Certified Family Law Specialist, a credential held by fewer than one percent of California attorneys, with over 25 years of exclusive family law experience. She earned two law degrees and two business degrees and spent a decade running a successful business before practicing law. That business background gives her a distinct advantage in mediating all financial matters, including high-asset divorces, business interests, and multiple properties. San Diego judges regularly appoint her as a temporary Mandatory Settlement Judge to help parties resolve disputes, and she has been recognized in the San Diego Attorney Journal for excellence in family law.
Q: Can mediation be used for just one issue in a divorce, rather than the entire case?
A: Absolutely. Many clients come to Primus Family Law Group, in Mission Valley, to mediate a single contested issue, such as the division of a business, a spousal support amount, or a custody schedule, while handling other matters separately. You do not have to commit to full mediation to benefit from having a skilled, neutral specialist help you reach an agreement on the issues that matter most.
Q: Why is it better to have a Certified Family Law Specialist mediate rather than a general mediator?
A: A general mediator, who does not regularly appear at court, may lack the depth of knowledge required to help parties understand the legal framework surrounding their decisions. Bonnie brings more than two decades of exclusive family law experience, including extensive litigation and is backed by a team with over 50 years of combined expertise. That knowledge helps parties make fully informed decisions and reach agreements that will hold up in court.
Q: What is Bonnie’s approach to mediation?
A: Bonnie combines assertive yet compassionate communication with a comprehensive view of each family’s circumstances. Bonnie takes a big picture approach to mediation. Her goal is not to push parties toward any particular outcome but to help them communicate clearly, understand their options, and reach a resolution that is right and reasonable for their unique situation.
Q: How do I get started?
A: Call Primus Family Law Group at (619) 574-8000 or visit primusfamilylawgroup.com. We serve families throughout San Diego County. Whether you need full divorce mediation or help resolving a single contested issue, our California Certified Family Law Specialists are ready to assist you.