Three-Day In-Person Introductory Interdisciplinary Collaborative Training
June 26-28, 2026 | San Diego, CA
Limited Enrollment
Hands-on, In-person Training with Experienced & Practical Guidance
Join us for a practical, interdisciplinary collaborative divorce training for attorneys, mental health professionals, and financial specialists who want stronger structure, better teamwork, and cleaner case flow.
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Interdisciplinary, skills-based training
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Protocol-driven team process
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Designed for real-world Collaborative cases
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Includes exercises, demos, and casework
- Join an established world-wide movement of uniquely like-minded professionals
Location:
Moore, Schuman & Moore, APC
1220 El Camino Real, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92130
Certificate of completion provided.
Space is limited to keep sessions interactive.
California MCLE and Mental Health CEU approval pending.
Lunch and morning refreshments included on all days.
This Collaborative Divorce Training is built for:
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- Attorneys
- Financial professionals
- Mental health professionals
- Those seeking to meet training requirements for Collaborative Practice groups
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What You Will Learn
This interdisciplinary training covers the full scope of Collaborative Divorce practice, blending core foundations with advanced tools and applied ethics. Topics include:
Define the roles of professionals on the team
Screening & Preparation
Exploration & Fact Gathering
Communication & Facilitation Skills
Managing Emotions & High Conflict Cases
Caucus & Breakout Strategy
Negotation & Problem Solving
Cultural Competence & Bias Awareness
Financial & Parenting Issues
Drafting Durable Agreements
Technology in Mediation
The Sevin Dolphin Core Competencies
Daily Mock Mediations
Register Now
Hurry and sign up before early bird pricing ends on May 29, 2026.
Additional Collaborative Training Course Information
Schedule Overview
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Educational Goals
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Learning Objectives
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Refund & Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations must be submitted in writing to the course provider. Cancellations received at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the scheduled course start date are eligible for a full refund, minus any nonrefundable processing fees.
Cancellations received fewer than fourteen (14) calendar days before the course start date are not eligible for a refund; however, participants may request to transfer their registration to a future offering of the same course, subject to availability, within twelve (12) months of the original course date.
No refunds or credits are issued for partial attendance, missed sessions, or failure to attend a course for which the participant is registered.
In the event that the trainers cancel or reschedule a course, registered participants will be offered the option of a full refund or transfer of registration to a future course date.
Need help?
SDTraining2026@gmail.com for questions related to refunds and returns.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations must be submitted in writing to the course provider. Cancellations received at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the scheduled course start date are eligible for a full refund, minus any nonrefundable processing fees.
Cancellations received fewer than fourteen (14) calendar days before the course start date are not eligible for a refund; however, participants may request to transfer their registration to a future offering of the same course, subject to availability, within twelve (12) months of the original course date.
No refunds or credits are issued for partial attendance, missed sessions, or failure to attend a course for which the participant is registered.
In the event that the trainers cancel or reschedule a course, registered participants will be offered the option of a full refund or transfer of registration to a future course date.
Need help?
SDTraining2026@gmail.com for questions related to refunds and returns.
Participant Complaint and Grievance Procedure
The trainers maintains a written grievance procedure to ensure that participant concerns are addressed in a reasonable, ethical, and timely manner.
Participants who wish to submit a complaint or grievance related to a continuing education course may do so by submitting the concern in writing by email to the course provider. Grievances should include the participant’s name, course title, course date(s), and a brief description of the issue.
Upon receipt of a grievance, the provider will acknowledge receipt by email within two (2) business days. The trainers will review the grievance, including any relevant course records or materials, and may consult with course instructors as appropriate.
A written response addressing the grievance will be provided within ten (10) business days of acknowledgment. If additional time is required to complete the review, the participant will be notified of the anticipated response timeframe.
All grievances and responses are documented and retained in accordance with continuing education record retention requirements. Reasonable efforts will be made to resolve concerns in a manner consistent with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
Disability Accommodations Policy
The trainers are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment and to making reasonable accommodations for participants with disabilities or other challenges.
Participants who require accommodations to fully participate in a course are encouraged to submit a written request in advance of the course start date. Requests should describe the nature of the accommodation sought and may be submitted by email to SDTraining2026@gmail.com . Advance notice helps ensure that reasonable accommodations can be evaluated and arranged in a timely manner.
Participants who have questions about accommodations or the request process may also contact Myra Fleischer by phone at 858-720-8250 for additional information.
Accommodations will be provided when feasible and consistent with the nature of the course, delivery format, and applicable professional and regulatory standards. For live Zoom trainings, accommodations may include reasonable adjustments related to course materials, communication access, or instructional format, as appropriate.
All accommodation requests will be handled respectfully and confidentially. The trainers will make reasonable efforts to support participant access while maintaining the integrity of course requirements and learning objectives.
Our Trainers
Nancy J. Ross
LCSW
Nancy Ross, LCSW is the principal of Bauer Shepherd & Ross in Cupertino and has spent more than four decades helping individuals, couples, and families navigate complex relational challenges. A mediator and co-founder of the Collaborative Divorce movement, she has been a national and international leader in training lawyers, financial professionals, and mental health practitioners in interdisciplinary collaborative practice. Nancy continues to expand collaborative models into custody, post-divorce parenting, and trusts and estates, advancing a team-based approach that replaces adversarial process with structured, respectful resolution.
Mark Hill
CFP, CDFA
Mark Hill, CFP®, CDFA® is the Founder and Lead Financial Divorce Consultant at Pacific Divorce Management, with more than 40 years of financial experience and over two decades specializing in divorce. A Certified Financial Planner and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Mark is a nationally recognized leader in Alternative Dispute Resolution and helped define the role of the Financial Neutral in collaborative divorce. His work is driven by a commitment to bringing clarity and steadiness to complex financial transitions.
Jaye-Jo Portanova
MD
Jaye-jo Portanova, MD is a board-certified adult and child psychiatrist with more than 40 years of experience working with families across diverse clinical settings. She serves as a mediator, collaborative divorce coach, and child specialist. Dr. Portanova is passionate about teaching and training professionals in the evolving field of collaborative law.
Myra Chack Fleischer
JD, CLS-F
With nearly three decades in family law and a background in accounting, Myra Fleischer, JD, CLS-F prioritizes resolving cases outside of court through mediation and collaborative settlement. She is a highly regarded mediator with an exceptional record in complex matters and is among a select group of attorneys qualified to serve as a court-appointed Special Master on financial issues. Myra also consults on complex financial cases for fellow attorneys, guided by a commitment to minimize conflict and support durable family-centered resolutions.
Shawn Weber
JD, CLS-F
Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F is a mediator, attorney, and educator with more than twenty-six years of experience helping individuals and families resolve conflict with steadiness and respect. A Certified Specialist in Family Law, he draws on extensive courtroom and mediation experience to inform, reality test, and guide complex negotiations with clarity and balance. Shawn is also a nationally recognized mediation trainer who teaches lawyers, therapists, and financial professionals how to blend legal insight with human understanding in the practice of collaborative conflict resolution.