Leading Child Support Experts

Kelly Bezerra is a professional nanny with over 10 years of experience in infant and toddler care. She is the co-author of "How to Care for Children: From Birth to Age 2," published in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Kelly specializes in newborn care, infant health, baby development, and postpartum support for families. She writes about baby care and child development at balance-and-life.com and vidaequilibrio.blog.br, reaching parents in the US and Brazil.

Family law attorney with 20+ years of business leadership experience, focused on divorce and child custody advocacy.

Tricia D. Goostree is the founder and managing partner of Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois. Since 2002, she has focused her practice entirely on family law. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, paternity, maintenance, complex financial disputes, and appeals. Her background in moot court, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy helped shape the clear, strategic approach she brings to every case. Tricia helps clients make sense of difficult family law problems and take practical steps forward. Whether you are dealing with a contested divorce, a custody fight, or a complicated financial issue, she works to protect your interests and present your case effectively. She is known for being prepared, direct, and compassionate with clients who are facing stressful and deeply personal situations. In addition to her work in court, Tricia has served her community through legal service, bar association leadership, and mock trial programs. She has also earned recognition from Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Leading Lawyers, and other respected legal organizations.

Scott Levin, known as the Chief PeaceKeeper™, is a leading San Diego divorce lawyer and mediation expert. As the founder of San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law, Scott helps couples achieve amicable divorces without the stress of court battles or high legal fees. With over 20 years of family law experience and a magna cum laude degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, Scott is dedicated to providing affordable, peaceful resolutions for families. Scott's clients typically reach amicable out of court agreements in months for a fraction of the cost of a contested litigation. Scott’s expertise as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ ensures a fair division of assets and debts, while his problem-solving approach has earned him recognition as one of San Diego's top family law attorneys, including awards from San Diego Business Journal, Super Lawyers, Mediate.com, and San Diego Metro Magazine. Scott is proud of his and the firm's compassionate approach to separation empowering families to resolve all aspects of divorce with dignity. To learn more about Scott and mediation law services, call 858-255-1321

Specialties: Board Certified Family Law Specialist

Becky Patrick leads fundraising and partnerships at The Seedling Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pioneering a new model for the U.S. childcare crisis: acquiring privately-owned daycares and preschools from retiring founders and converting them into employee-owned schools through ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plans). She also has over 20 years of child care experience as a director and owner She works at the intersection of three timely stories journalists are actively covering: The childcare cliff — rising tuition, shrinking margins, and the wave of independent preschools closing as Boomer-era owners retire without succession plans. The employee ownership movement — ESOPs as a tool for wealth-building among low-wage workers, particularly the predominantly female, often immigrant early-childhood education workforce. Mission-driven capital — how charitable acquisitions, donor-advised funds, and CPA/financial-planner networks are being mobilized to keep small businesses out of private-equity rollups. Becky can speak to: The human side of teacher retention, parent trust, and continuity through ownership transitions Based in Florida, available for interviews, written commentary, and expert quotes nationally.

Renee Bauer is a nationally recognized family law attorney and the founder of Happy Even After Family Law, where she helps clients navigate divorce and custody matters with clarity and confidence. With decades of courtroom and negotiation experience, she is known for combining sharp legal strategy with a modern, client centered approach to resolving complex family disputes.

Whitney L. Antoniono, Esquire and WLA Family Law's mission is to stand by every client during their most challenging times, providing compassionate and effective legal representation, and fighting tirelessly for justice . Whitney L. Antoniono, Esquire is licensed to Practice Law in the District of Columbia, Maryland, New York and Texas (Texas license currently inactive). Client Focused Approach Attorney Whitney Antoniono believes in taking a client-focused approach to each case, ensuring that clients are informed and involved throughout the legal process. Attorney Antoniono is available to answer questions and provide guidance at every stage of your case, and will work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. child custody attorney divorce attorney family law attorney A Passionate Advocate As a passionate advocate for my clients, Whitney Antoniono, Esquire has successfully represented clients in a variety of legal matters, with a focus being on family law and Protective Order matters. Attorney Antoniono will work tirelessly to ensure every client receives the representation and justice they deserve.

Cathleen Norton is a California Certified Family Law Specialist and the founder of the Law Offices of Cathleen Norton. She has practiced family law exclusively for over 20 years, handling high-conflict divorce, custody, domestic violence, and complex property matters in Los Angeles County. A UCLA School of Law graduate, Cathleen is known for translating complicated legal issues into clear, practical guidance for parents and families navigating emotionally charged legal disputes.

Dr. David B. Smotrich is a board-certified fertility specialist and founder of La Jolla IVF, with nearly three decades of experience helping individuals and couples build families through advanced reproductive medicine. Widely recognized for his work in IVF, fertility preservation, and complex reproductive care, Dr. Smotrich has built a reputation grounded in innovation, patient trust, and personalized treatment. His practice serves patients across the United States and internationally, including individuals seeking specialized fertility options unavailable in their home countries. Throughout his career, Dr. Smotrich has been involved in landmark developments in reproductive medicine, including early same-sex family-building cases that contributed to California’s legal recognition of intended parents on birth certificates. His work has supported individuals, couples, military families, and patients navigating highly personal fertility journeys with compassion, discretion, and medical precision. Over the course of his career, Dr. Smotrich has been featured in major national and international media outlets, including CBS, ABC Nightline, BBC, Newsweek, Elle Magazine, Slate, Le Figaro, Der Spiegel, and Bild, for his work in fertility medicine, surrogacy, and reproductive innovation. His contributions to same-sex family building and international surrogacy have helped position him as a globally recognized authority in reproductive care. At the center of his work is a commitment to advancing fertility care through both education and innovation. Dr. Smotrich continues to explore emerging treatments, including Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy for ovarian rejuvenation, helping expand possibilities for patients facing diminished ovarian reserve and other fertility challenges. Today, Dr. Smotrich and La Jolla IVF have helped individuals and couples build families in 104 countries worldwide — reflecting the international reach and long-standing impact of his work in reproductive medicine.

I am the founder and principal mediator of the San Diego Family Mediation Center. We are located in Del Mar, California at 445 Marine View Ave., Suite 305, Del Mar, CA 92014. Please visit me at www.SanDiegoFamilyMediation.com. My primary goal is to educate people of the benefits of mediation, not only in family law matters, but in all matters. I have been mediating divorces for over 17 years. I believe that families deserve more than family court can give them. Sure, divorce is a legal process, but it is also a family matter and should be treated as such. Too many professionals lose sight of the fact that each "side" is still part of a whole unit. One that will, more often than not, have to continue in a relationship together. This process MUST include empathy, understanding and clear communication. Without them, our clients suffer, and if our clients suffer, their children suffer more. Specialties: Family mediation, pre-marital & post-marital mediation & agreements, dissolution of both marital and non-marital relationships. Mediations are generally completed using only one mediator, however, team mediation will be provided upon request or when necessary.

Jess Knauf is Director of Client Services at Mediate UK, the UK’s largest private family mediation service operating across England and Wales. She is also co-founder of Family Law Service, which helps all those people who sit between risky DIY options and and expensive solicitor fees. With over 6 years’ experience in family mediation support and client management, Jess specialises in guiding separating couples through the early stages of divorce, child arrangements and financial mediation with clarity and reassurance. Jess oversees Mediate UK’s national Client Management Unit, ensuring families can access mediation quickly, often within 48 hours, and that every client receives structured, professional and compassionate support from first enquiry through to agreement. She has played a central role in developing Mediate UK’s streamlined mediation processes and fixed-fee legally binding packages, helping thousands of families resolve matters without unnecessary court involvement. Working alongside accredited family mediators, solicitors and barristers, Jess has extensive practical knowledge of MIAM requirements, no-fault divorce procedures, child-focused mediation and financial disclosure processes under the laws of England and Wales. She is particularly passionate about improving access to mediation, promoting early dispute resolution and ensuring families understand their options before considering litigation. Jess is regularly involved in service development, client safeguarding processes and the implementation of best practice in line with the Family Mediation Council’s Code of Practice. She is a strong advocate for child-focused outcomes and constructive communication during separation. At Mediate UK and Family Law Service, Jess is committed to helping families find fair, workable solutions and, as the organisation’s tagline reflects, to helping clients Find Your Future.

If you are going through a high-conflict divorce or custody matter, you're likely overwhelmed by the thought of losing the things that matter most to you - your children, your money, your home, or your business. Having a lawyer on your side from the moment you think you may be heading toward court in a family law matter makes a huge difference in giving you the confidence and security of having someone in your corner - to guide you, fight for you, and help you protect what is most important to you and move from a bad situation into a life that you will love. Call us today at 774.314.4725 and get us on your side now so you can sleep better tonight knowing you're protecting your future.

Co-Founder of Evidexi, a free platform offering educational resources and organizational tools for family court documentation. Focused on making the court preparation process less overwhelming for self-represented parents. Evidexi provides state-specific custody guides, interactive tools like documentation checklists and tone checkers, and downloadable playbooks covering topics from staying organized to hearing preparation. Personal experience navigating the family court system drives the work.

Dr. Kate is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S™) with over 20 years' experience spanning clinical practice, research, and academia. She is the creator of evidence-based framework TORA (Teacher's Optimal Relationship Approach), which integrate play therapy principles into educational and community settings. Dr. Kate lectures on the BAPT-accredited MSc Play Therapy at University of South Wales and operates Play & Filial Therapy practice. She is author of "Hello Elephant Mumma!" - an illustrated prenatal bonding book combining scientific research with practical guidance for expectant parents - and hosts the "Dr Play" podcast. As a passionate advocate for children's rights and developmentally appropriate therapeutic support, Dr. Kate has presented at conferences including SXSW Sydney, appeared on ABC Radio during Mental Health Week, and made comprehensive submissions to parliamentary inquiries. She holds memberships with APPTA, BAPT, IC-PTA, and APT, and is a sought-after speaker on play, child development, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Key talking points to include: * Play therapy as essential infrastructure, not optional luxury * Evidence-based approaches to child and family psychotherapy * Children's rights to developmentally appropriate support * Prenatal bonding and early attachment * Multi-tiered service delivery in schools and communities * Translation of research into clinical practice and universal services

Angela B. Ryan, Esq. is an attorney, advocate, and educator working at the intersection of child welfare law, maternal and reproductive justice, and healthcare equity. A former public defender and law professor at Villanova University, she has represented parents and hundreds of children in child abuse and neglect proceedings, taught future lawyers, and contributed to policy efforts aimed at protecting vulnerable children, parents, and families. After experiencing severe medical mismanagement during childbirth, Angela began writing and speaking on patient rights, informed consent, and the systemic failures facing women in healthcare. Her work bridges law, policy, and lived experience to help journalists, lawyers, and policymakers understand how institutional breakdowns harm real families—and how accountability can be rebuilt. What systems write off, she writes back in. She is the author of Dispatches From the Middle, a widely read series on motherhood, maternal health, patient rights, and the lived experience of chronic illness.

I free women who want to live a better life by helping them let go of a marriage that isn’t serving them anymore. Women who are empowered can inspire and create change that will improve everyone's lives.Divorce (Marriage Dissolution), complex property division, divorce for women, child support, child custody, adoption, modification, enforcement/contempt, prenups, postnups, marital agreements, collaborative law, mediation, and family law litigation.

I’m a divorce attorney with 13 years experience litigating exclusively in Family Law in Virginia courts. I built a social media following on TikTok and Instagram of more than 100,000 followers by sharing practical and modern divorce strategy. I’m now embracing the challenge of entrepreneurship by growing a Family Law firm in one of the most competitive legal markets in the United States.

I am a pediatric dentist with advanced training in caring for children’s oral health from infancy through adolescence. As part of a team of board-certified pediatric and orthodontic specialists in Carlsbad, my goal is to create a comfortable, positive experience for every child while helping families build strong, lifelong dental habits. I earned my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry and completed my pediatric dentistry residency there, receiving my Master of Science in Dentistry. I stay actively involved in continuing education and professional organizations, including the ADA, CDA, San Diego Dental Society, AAPD, and CSPD. As both a clinician and a mother, I understand how important it is for children to feel safe and supported at the dentist. I take a gentle, educational approach that helps even anxious patients feel at ease while receiving high-quality care tailored to their needs.