HOW to divorce is almost as important as WHETHER to divorce. That’s why working with Shawn Weber is a whole person experience where logic integrates with creativity. Shawn’s not your everyday family law attorney, because for him your divorce is a human experience, not just a legal process. He has a profound ability to get into the world you are experiencing to uncover the necessary clarity in your divorce relationship dynamic.
Unlike other attorneys who look for quick fixes to get through the immediate legal step, Shawn uses a longer range perspective seeking long-term solutions for maximum benefit now and after divorce. Rather than only assist with the immediate legal issues and process, Shawn takes a more holistic approach coaching you on how to reduce conflict with the other party that builds skills you can carry on beyond your case.
Understanding that family law disputes often invoke the most primal of human emotions, Shawn helps you navigate the constantly changing currents of family law. For example, he will show you how to separate the noise in hostile emails from distinguishing nuggets that need a response, and how to interact in an effective solutions way as opposed to an angry, defensive, hostile manner.
Straight Talk, No Sugar Coating. Shawn will tell you what you need to hear and not necessarily what you want to hear. He is very grounded in the reality of what you will get and what you won’t get. As a result, his clients rely heavily on Shawn for advice and protection, especially when the stakes are high. With an innate empathetic nature, he is able to navigate these most difficult situations.
Shawn is different than most attorneys, because of his conflict management skills to reduce conflict in all areas of divorce relationships. You will experience clarity, safety and direction that gives you a chance for healthier kids, healthier families and a healthier, more self-assured you.
Experience and Qualifications
Certified as a Legal Specialist in Family Law by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization, Shawn has worked exclusively in the area of family law for more than 15 years. In that time, he has proven to be a skilled advocate and attorney, as well as an adroit negotiator and mediator. He is especially skilled in resolving difficult divorce, alimony, child support, custody and visitation issues in an unthreatening and confidential environment through mediation, with a high success rate.
Today, Shawn is focused exclusively on mediation, collaborative divorce matters, consulting and agreements. In 2006, he became a partner in Brave, Weber & Mack, APLC and took on additional responsibilities as the firms CFO. Prior to that, he was the firm’s Managing Attorney, where he grew the firm from a small solo practice to a four lawyer, 10-employee firm. In addition, under his guidance the clientele quadrupled in four years.
Giving Back to Community
Shawn views community service as a high calling and is an active volunteer. Currently, Shawn volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America and mentor’s teenagers at his church. Specific to family law, he has volunteered as a Board Member of the Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego since 2005 and served as the organization’s president in 2009.
A father of five, Mr. Weber understands the human side of family law and brings his real life experience to the table for his clients.
Practice areas
21 years
21 years
Languages spoken
German
Weber Dispute Resolution
777 S. Highway 101
Suite 123
Solana Beach, CA, 92075
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2001 | 02/06/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
Eureka Award | Collaborative Practice California | 2015 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2014 |
Certified Legal Specialist - Family Law | California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization | 2012 |
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney and Mediator | Brave, Weber & Mack, APLC | 2001 - Present |
Law Clerk | Georgine Brave & Associates | 1999 - 2001 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Collaborative Practice California | Immediate Past President | 2016 - Present |
Academy of Professional Family Mediators | Member | 2014 - Present |
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Member | 2014 - Present |
Collaborative Practice California | Board Member | 2013 - Present |
San Diego Family Law Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Collaborative Practice California | President | 2015 - 2016 |
Collaborative Practice California | President-Elect | 2014 - 2015 |
Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego | President | 2009 - 2009 |
Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego | Secretary | 2007 - 2008 |
Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego | Board Member | 2006 - 2012 |
San Diego County Bar Association, Law Practice Management & Marketing Committee | Chair | 2002 - 2003 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of San Diego School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Indiana University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1995 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Pasadena Collaborative Divorce General Meeting | Marketing Collaborative Practice | 2016 |
Divorce Mediation Training | Divorce Mediation Training | 2016 |
Collaborative Practice California Conference XI | Collaborating From Afar: Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles in Long Distance Collaborative Cases .. | 2016 |
Collaborative Practice California Conference XI | Dolphin Lawyering: How to be an Advocate Without Being a Shark | 2016 |
"Your Wealth Hour" Real Talk San Diego ESPN Radio | Dolphin Lawyering | 2016 |
Family Law Mediations - Dealing with Emotions and Relationships | Family Law Mediations | 2015 |
Collaborative Practice California Celebration 10 | Videoblogging -- Look Ma, I'm a Star | 2015 |
Collaborative Practice California Celebration 10 | Keys to Communicating About Collaborative Practice | 2015 |
Collaborative Practice California Celebration 10 | Creating a Fast, Helpful, Searchable Blog | 2015 |
Divorce Options Workshop | Divorce Options | 2014 |
Collaborative Practice California Celebration 9 | How to Use Social Media to Promote Collaborative Practice | 2014 |
Real Estate Radio Hour | Tips for Successful Holiday Co-parenting | 2013 |
Collaborative Practice California- Celebration 8 | Plenary Speaker, Promoting Collaborative Practice with Social Media | 2013 |
Real Estate Radio Hour | Love and Real Estate | 2012 |
Evening Edition | Cuts to San Diego County Courts Are Affecting Families | 2012 |
Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County Roundtable and Luncheon | Using Social Media to Create a Buzz About Collaborative Divorce | 2012 |
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Maria Taylor, Family Attorney on Nov 3, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mr. Weber is a very experienced and knowledgeable attorney, who puts a lot of effort in settling cases through Mediation. I endorse this lawyer.
Amanda Singer, Mediation Attorney on May 8, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Shawn is a great family law mediator who is not only very knowledgable in the field but also truly understands how to support clients through mediation. It has been a pleasure to work with him on a number of cases and see him both as the mediator and as a consulting attorney.
Maria Taylor, Family Attorney on Nov 3, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mr. Weber is a very experienced and knowledgeable attorney, who puts a lot of effort in settling cases through Mediation. I endorse this lawyer.
Amanda Singer, Mediation Attorney on May 8, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Shawn is a great family law mediator who is not only very knowledgable in the field but also truly understands how to support clients through mediation. It has been a pleasure to work with him on a number of cases and see him both as the mediator and as a consulting attorney.
Meredith Lewis, Family Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mr Weber is an outstanding family law attorney who focuses on ADR, such as Mediation and Collaborative. His skills as a Mediator and Collaborative Attorney are impressive and he is well known in the community as being one of the best.
Julia Garwood, Family Attorney on Sep 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Myra Fleischer, Family Attorney on Sep 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Shawn is professional and well respected. He is a pleasure to work with and has a wealth of family law experience.
Marisa Freese, Unknown Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jeremy Boyer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Leslee Newman, Family Attorney on May 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Shawn is a hard working, compassionate attorney who believes strongly in divorce peacemaking.
Georgia Williams, Business Attorney on Dec 6, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Shawn enjoys a wonderful reputation and works hard and is generous with his time and training.
Lori Viviano, Family Attorney on May 13, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Shawn is very knowledgable and knows how to use it to the clients advantage. He has a pleasant demeanor but do not mistake that for anything but confidence.
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