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Redefining Divorce is a mediation firm that assists couples through amicable dissolutions and legal separations. The goal of Redefining Divorce is to help couples get through an extremely difficult time by providing guidance, compassion and affordable fees. We are successful because we are efficient and know how to navigate our clients through the murky emotional waters of the process. With our seasoned mediators, therapists, and financial advisors we are able to make this experience a bit less difficult and significantly less expensive.. We focus on quick resolutions by eliminating multiple parties and mediate between the couple only. The couple develops their own visitation schedule, decides how they want their property divided, negotiates support and makes any other arrangements they feel necessary for the final outcome to work for them. We give our clients the opportunity to make their settlement agreement fit their family rather than making their family fit the law.. "We care about making sure this process is as painless as possible and we give our clients the tools to move forward in a healthy direction. We educate them on how to communicate, co-parent and find comfort in a newly designed life. Our number one priority is to make sure this experience doesn't permanently break their spirits- this is especially important when children are involved. Our second priority is to make sure there is money left for each of their long term goals when the process is finished.". Zina B. Gleason, Esq.

Loni Poyner-Klein is a licensed attorney in California. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Riverside before receiving her Juris Doctorate Degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. Loni works in all areas of family law including custody, dissolutions, guardianships, paternity, step-parent adoptions, surrogacy and ovum donation, children’s counsel, and grandparent / step-parent visitation. Loni is also court appointed to represent minor children in Orange County.. Loni has extensive experience assisting children and families through the legal process. Loni worked for Orange County law firms as a family law clerk, a legal assistant and an investigator in children’s cases before starting her career as an Attorney with A Center for Children and Family Law in 2003. Loni is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, National Association of Counsel for Children and Academy of California Adoption Attorneys/ Academy of California Family Formation Lawyers (ACAL/ACFFL).. Loni resides with her husband Rob and their two sons near in South Orange County. In her free time Loni enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, golfing, snow boarding and being outdoors.

Sheryl L .Edgar, a senior partner at A Center for Children & Family Law, is a licensed attorney in California and before the United States Supreme Court. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University at Fullerton and her Juris Doctorate degree from Western State University. Sheryl's practice is devoted to all areas of family law including dissolution, dependency (child abuse), guardianships, grandparent rights, adoption litigation, adoption, paternity and child custody.. Sheryl served as a law clerk to Commissioner Thomas H. Parrott and as an extern for presiding Justice David G. Sills of the Fourth Appellate District. Sheryl worked as a law clerk and later as an attorney for the Orange County law firm, Van Deusen, Youmans and Walmsley specializing in family and adoption law for three years until the fall of 1995. It was then that Sheryl shared a vision with her friend and later business partner, Tisha Harman that they could do much more for families and their community if they were in control of their own destiny.. In December of 1995, Sheryl and her law partner, Tisha Harman, left their former firm to start their own law firm, A Center for Children & Family Law, with the goal of helping families through the practice of "children's law". Although many law firms in Southern California practiced in family law, primarily as divorce attorneys, there existed no law firm that focused on the families in all legal arenas where children are found, acting as the "voice of the children". Sheryl and Tisha knew that with this forum, they could practice what they loved most about law; advocating for children and families.. As an advocate for survivors of domestic violence, Sheryl has volunteered many hours, speaking to women at Battered Women's Organizations, Shelters and Parole Departments and has established herself as champion for the victims and their children.. Sheryl's professional memberships include American Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar, Orange County Bar and National Association of Counsel for Children. Sheryl's combined experience, dedication and ability to work with children has gained recognition from many Superior Court Judges and Commissioners. For nearly ten years, they have relied on her knowledge and expertise, appointing her to represent minor children in highly contentious matters. To date, Sheryl has represented over one thousand children and indigent biological parents in court appointed cases in regard to contested adoptions, domestic violence, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, ritual abuse, paternity, foster child adoptions, contested abandonments, contested guardianships, restraining orders and contempt cases.. Sheryl's high profile appellate cases include In re Nada R.. While representing children is a major focus in Sheryl's practice, she also represents many families in private cases seeking her assistance related to their children and grand children in both family, probate, adoption and dependency law matters.. Sheryl, a mother of seven children, resides in South Orange County with five of the six surviving children; Drusilla, Megan, Nicole, David Jr. and Madison. The second eldest, Robin, was a victim of a drunk driver her senior year at high school. The eldest, Denice, left the nest but still lives in California. She enjoys spending time with her fiancé, her family, snow skiing, hiking, and playing volleyball.

Tisha Lene Harman, a senior partner at A Center for Children & Family Law, is a licensed attorney in California and before the United States Supreme Court. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from California State University at Long Beach and her Juris Doctorate degree from Western State University, graduating with honors. Tisha dedicates her practice to minor representation, adoption litigation, step-parent adoption, foster child adoption, adoption, guardianship, dependency (child abuse), Infertility/Reproductive law, and child custody.. Tisha's professional child and family law experience predates her becoming an attorney. While attending law school, Tisha began an active career as a law clerk, later a child advocate and attorney while working for the Orange County law firm of Van Deusen, Youmans and Walmsley, a firm solely practicing in the area of adoption and family law issues. Tisha fine-tuned her already excellent writing skills, from writing Law Review articles, while she served as an extern for presiding Justice Edward Wallin of the Fourth Appellate District.. In December of 1995, Tisha, along with her law partner, Sheryl Edgar, left Van Deusen, Youmans and Walmsley to start their own law firm, A Center for Children & Family Law, with the goal of helping families through the practice of "children's law". Although many law firms in Southern California practiced in family law, primarily as divorce attorneys, there existed no law firm that focused on the families, representing the "voice of the children". Tisha and Sheryl knew that with this forum, they could practice what they loved the most about law, advocating for children and families.. Tisha's memberships include American Bar Association, California State Bar, Orange County Bar, Los Angeles County Bar, National Association of Counsel for Children, The National Infertility Association ("RESOLVE") and American Society for Reproductive Medicine ("ASRM"). In 2000, Tisha became a member of the Academy of California Adoption Lawyers ("ACAL") which requires very high standards of ethical conduct and practical experience. ACAL accepts very few attorneys into their distinguished organization.. Tisha's dedication, experience and ability to work with children has fostered recognition from many Superior Court Judges and Commissioners. For nearly ten years, the Courts have relied on her knowledge and expertise, appointing her to represent minor children in highly contentious matters. To date, Tisha has represented over seven hundred children in Court appointed cases in regard to parental conflict contested adoptions, adoption set-asides, domestic violence, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, ritual abuse, paternity, foster child adoptions, contested abandonments, contested guardianships, restraining orders and contempt cases.. Tisha is an experienced trial attorney not only at the Superior Court level but also at the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal levels. Some of her high profile Appellate cases include In re Michael H., In re Sarah S. and In re Ariel H. As a law clerk with Van Deusen, Youmans and Walmsley, Tisha worked directly on the drafting and preparation of the appellate brief for Johnson v. Calvert, a high profile surrogacy case.. While representing children in Court appointed cases is a major focus in Tisha's practice, she also represents many families in private matters seeking her assistance related to their children and grandchildren. In addition to helping create families through adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology, she is one of the very few attorneys in California devoted to Infertility and Reproductive Law, representing many infertile couples with achieving the dream of having a baby through ovum donation or surrogacy. This field is very close to Tisha's heart, as she herself, has suffered with infertility.. Tisha resides in North Orange County with her husband, Judge Nick Thompson also JAG (Judge Advocate General Corps) for the US Army. She enjoys family outings, dancing, and traveling with husband, two children and her dog. Tisha grew up in Southern California with her parents and three sisters. She attributes her desire of helping others to her close family upbringing and her parents instilling the value and importance of family.

Tracy Jackson received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Lockhaven University of Pennsylvania and her Juris Doctorate from Western State University College of Law. Tracy graduated Summa Cum Laude and earned the Marcia Blanchard Wilbur Memorial Award for outstanding woman student in recognition of outstanding leadership and superior academic achievement from Western State University College of Law. Tracy's bar membership includes the United States District Court, Central District of California.. Tracy served as a legal research extern to Justice William F. Rylaarsdam of the 4th Appellate District Court. Tracy also fine tuned her writing skills on law review and served on the Western State University College of Law School Board as Business Editor and Parliamentarian.. Tracy practices in all areas of children and family law with a major focus on children's issues, dissolutions, and custody matters as well as assisting on minor's counsel cases.. Tracy is a Southern California native. She enjoys outdoor activities such as running and volleyball which she played while at Lockhaven University of Pennsylvania. Her favorite pastime is spending time with friends and family.

Welcome to Ludwig Law Center, Inc.  I am an attorney, practicing law with my husband, Eric.  We specialize in complex family law cases, and handle business litigation cases as well.  Give us a call for a free telephone consultation.. You can view our feature story in OC Attorney Magazine, Volume 16, November 2015.

Mrs. Desai is a Certified Family Law Specialist with the California State Board of Legal Specialization. She has over 20 years of experience exclusively in the area of family law. Her practice is dedicated to ensuring that optimal results are obtained for each and every client. An in-depth case evaluation and early collection of data and documents help ensure cases are presented effectively. Mrs. Desai has successfully resolved cases through settlement negotiations and trial. Call our office today to schedule a consultation.

Angel Camino is a partner at Desai Camino, APC, a boutique family law firm comprised of 5 attorneys dedicated to representing clients diligently.. As a native of Orange County, Mr. Camino embarked on his academic journey at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), initially pursuing Accounting. His thirst for knowledge led him to embrace Finance as a second major; he later added Economics as a third focus, thereby rounding out his diverse academic career.. After graduation, Mr. Camino embarked on a distinguished accounting career, navigating the intricacies of taxation and audit as a Tax Accountant and later as an Auditor for a top-tier accounting firm.. Driven by a desire for legal advocacy, Mr. Camino was honored with a scholarship to join the inaugural classes of the University of California, Irvine’s School of Law (UCI Law). Mr. Camino’s participation in trial advocacy resulted in him achieving top honors in every Mock Trial competition hosted by UCI Law. Committed to community service, Mr. Camino dedicated his time to UCI Law’s Pro Bono efforts, earning many accolades and graduating adorned with Pro Bono Honor Cords.. Although his professional background enables him to adeptly handle intricate family law cases, Mr. Camino's genuine fervor resides in shepherding families through the emotional complexities inherent in such matters. He excels in assisting clients in disentangling the emotional turbulence from the logical and strategic analysis required for each case.. As a first-generation Cuban-American, deeply rooted in Southern California’s cultural tapestry, Mr. Camino is an active philanthropist, advocating for local charities. Fluent in Spanish, he embraces diverse perspectives, fostering meaningful connections with clients from all backgrounds.

I am a southern California native.  I grew up in San Bernardino and graduated as validictorian of Pacific High School.  I went to UC Riverside and graduated with a degree in Psychobiology in three years.  From there, I went up north to UC Davis to Law School.. After law school, I spent a year clerking for the Chief Justice of the Nevada Supreme Court.  Except for a two-year stint with the Los Angeles Public Defender, I've run my own law practice since then.. I've been married for nearly 20 years, enjoy playing classical music and my own compositions on the piano, and enjoy reading.