Choose The Right Mediator Or Consulting Lawyer

Choose The Right Mediator Or Consulting Lawyer

Adriana Doyle once said, “The only difference between stumbling blocks and stepping stones is the way in which we use them.”

At Sena Family Law & Mediation Practice, we are here to help you turn your stumbling blocks into stepping stones that you can use to reach a brighter future. Although our office is located in Alameda County, we are available to assist you anywhere in the five surrounding counties of California.

We can explain the benefits of mediation and also help you choose the right mediator or consulting attorney. Here are a few of the essential qualities and abilities to look for:

Experience — You want to work with someone who has the requisite experience and knowledge base to effectively assist you. Cheryl A. Sena is a highly trained mediator who has also been practicing law for more than 34 years.
Calm and respectful approach — Choose someone with a calm demeanor who is able to honor both parties’ perspectives. Ms. Sena takes such an approach and is well known for her ability to manage difficult situations in a cooperative manner.
Creativity — It takes quick intelligence and creativity to bring innovative solutions to the discussion table. Over the years, Ms. Sena has successfully helped numerous clients to devise out-of-the-box resolutions to their family law concerns.
Focus — A mediator or consulting attorney needs to be able to keep the conversation moving forward. Ms. Sena is skilled at focusing the discussion in order to achieve a resolution with a minimum of time and expense.

Call For A Free 30-Minute Consultation

To set up a consultation with Ms. Sena and learn whether she is the right mediator or consulting lawyer for your situation, call our office at 415-863-5300, or contact us via email. The initial 30-minute consultation is free of charge.

"I had seen Cheryl several years earlier for my divorce, and she helped me tremendously during that difficult process so I recently went to Cheryl to draw up a premarital contract before my upcoming wedding. I only had about a month and a half before my wedding and in my ignorance of the law and process, I had no idea I was in such a time crunch. Cheryl was swift and walked me through the process. She was able to help me get it drawn up and finalized before the big day. I was extremely happy with Cheryl and would recommend her to anyone looking for a great family Lawyer."

L.S., posted on Yelp.com

"After 32 years of marriage, my husband decided to leave me. I was devastated and thought my life had come to an end. You helped me get through the trauma of a divorce, obtain support, divide our assets, and helped me find vocational training and a new job, even at my age. You were with me all the way, protecting my rights and giving me encouragement. I recommend you to others who are in the same boat."

S.P., Half Moon Bay

"I want to thank you for helping my father. He came to you several years ago. He was elderly, disabled and confined to his home. My mother married him when I was 6 months old, and I was raised as his daughter. He wanted to adopt me, but my biological father refused. When I turned 18, he asked me again if I wanted him to adopt me. I loved him very much and was thrilled that he wanted me to be a full member of the family. You were able to arrange for the adoption in court, even thought he could not physically be there due to his disability. It was a wonderful day for our family. When he died last year, he left me a letter telling me how happy he was he was able to be my father."

V.G., San Francisco

"I contacted you when I was staying at a Battered Women's Shelter. The children's father, was an officer in the military, had a bad temper, and he hit me and the children again and again. I didn't know where to turn. You helped me to obtain a restraining order and a therapist for my children. With your help, I filed for divorce and was able to get full custody of the children, as well as support. We even got the court's permission to move back to my parent's home in the Midwest. I've been working with my own therapist and learning how to be a good parent and a strong and powerful woman. Thank you so much!"

M.G., Chicago, Illinois

"I finally decided, after 17 years of marriage, to leave my husband. Our son was out of college, and I just couldn't stand living with someone as controlling as B. He wanted to have power over my every decision. I can't believe I was so lucky to find you to represent me. You actually forced this man into mediation. He started out making demands, and we actually ended up agreeing to divide everything 50/50. It wasn't easy but you helped me get through it. You're the best!"

S.T., Daly City

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