CENTRAL VALLEY COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Collaborative Professional Spotlight
Leslie Soley is a dedicated and committed convert to the collaborative law process. Instead of a traditional court battle, Ms. Soley prefers thoughtful communication and problem solving so that the entire family benefits. She has found that when couples maintain control over the process and results of divorce they are able to restructure their family and achieve a more positive outcome. This is especially true when married couples with children divorce.
The most difficult "hot button" issue in many divorce cases is child custody. Children of a contentious relationship are regularly caught in the middle, with their needs often ignored. The collaborative approach is especially effective in resolving child custody matters where attorneys and mental health professionals assess the needs of the children first. Ms. Soley considers the greatest benefit of a collaborative divorce to be the increased focus on the needs and long term well being of children.
Job Titles:
- Attorney
- Collaborative Professional Spotlight
Matt Fletcher is an ardent champion for the many advantages of collaborative law when people decide to divorce. With his background in civil litigation, he is battle tested from many cases fought out in court. He is now focused on family law and utilizing the collaborative process to assist families in resolving their issues with dignity and respect.
Mr. Fletcher believes that a collaborative lawyer can still be a strong advocate for his client without being adversarial. He is focused on empowering his clients with knowledge and guidance so they have the information they need to resolve their own issues. He believes that when divorcing couples maintain control over the process and work together, they achieve a fair result that affords peace of mind to all involved, especially children.
Job Titles:
- Collaborative Professional Spotlight
Natalie Kazarian is a psychotherapist who has 10 years of experiencing working with individuals, couples, and families. Natalie uses an integrative approach to treatment, while building strong trust and rapport with her patients.
Natalie received degrees in Psychology and English from UC Berkeley. She earned a Masters degree in Clinical psychology from Pepperdine university and has worked in many different clinical settings, including: college counseling centers, early childhood development centers, community mental health, and private practice.
Natalie understands the importance of effective communication, especially if children are involved. As a mental health coach, she will help problem solve and come to a resolution throughout the collaborative divorce process. Her extensive training in child development and trauma informed therapy make Natalie an asset in helping families reorganize themselves after a divorce.
She has a unique understanding of the impact of internal wounding and how that changes the way people view the world and themselves. Natalie works collaboratively with people to help educate and guide them toward more awareness and regulation.
Job Titles:
- Collaborative Professional Spotlight