Ani Van Dyke Mason

5 stars Ani was exactly the right lawyer for me and my ex-husband as we navigated our separation and divorce. Even though we were divorcing, we wanted to keep things respectful and equitable between us, and wanted to avoid an adversarial approach. Together with my ex-husband, I initially hired Ani t...o be our mediator and develop the separation agreement. For the final divorce, I hired her to represent me. Ani helped us to remain amicable, and to keep the pragmatics of the agreement separate from the emotions of the process. For various reasons on our part, my ex and I took several years to work through the details, but Ani remained with us throughout, always available when we needed her, while allowing us space when we needed that. Her work was impeccable. She has a calm, caring demeanor, and maintained a completely even-handed approach. For couples who wish to maintain good relations even while going through an emotionally difficult process, we highly recommend Ani Mason.

Ani handled my prenup negotiation and an addendum to it about two years later. In both cases she was was extremely thoughtful and thorough, and helped me understand the implications of the draft agreements my partner's lawyers provided. She recommended commonsense changes that reflected my and my par...tner's wish to have a fair agreement that protects us both, and I came out of the process feeling far more secure than I did when it began. I wouldn't wish a prenup negotiation on anyone -- it's an uncomfortable process even under the best of circumstances. But Ani helped me arrive at an agreement that gave me more protection even as she honored my and my partner's wish to treat one another in a non-adversarial way throughout the process. Highly recommend.

Negotiating prenuptial agreements is fraught process given the conflicting emotions the situation creates. Ani ensured I navigated this process thoughtfully and effectively, which allowed my wife and myself to end with an agreement that both properly protected each of us as well as helped reinforce t...he effective communication which is so critical to a successful relationship.

A colleague/friend recommended Ani to help my ex and me navigate the challenges of mediation and ultimately divorce. This was a multi-year process which journeyed through a range of emotions and grief. Ani was/is a patient guide, attentive and supportive of our stops and starts, always getting back t...o us quickly after we reached out. She saw us through the entire process with grace and patience. Our divorce started with hurt and anger and ended with love and respect. I am incredibly grateful to Ani, her assistant Dee and entire team for their professional service and compassionate wayshowing.