Yanine Lijtszain-Simpser is a professional mediator. In addition to having extensive experience and training, Yanine is a committed peacemaker, particularly for the underserved. Yanine is in continual training as she believes that her mediation skills always need to be at the highest level. In addition to earning a Masters in Law from Stanford University, Yanine
has extensive mediation training that includes a 40-hour Family & Divorce Mediation program with Mosten & Guthrie Academy and two Mediation programs at the National Conflict Resolution Center in San Diego NCRC. She is currently engaged in bi-monthly individualized Mediation Training sessions with Forrest (Woody) Mosten.
Yanine was born in Mexico City and is a native Spanish speaker. Her multicultural background is an extraordinary asset she brings to her mediation practice, allowing her to connect with diverse individuals and navigate cultural nuances for effective conflict resolution.
Yanine served as a Bilingual Volunteer Mediator at the Superior Small Claims Court NCRC’s Mediation Program from September 2013 to July 2017, settling disputes such as landlord/tenant, HOA, commercial, family, and labor issues.
Prior to her mediation specialization, Yanine practiced law as an Attorney at White & Case, LLC in Mexico City from 1995 to 1999. She was involved in mergers and acquisitions, the drafting of legal agreements, and managed client relationships.
Yanine has called San Diego, CA home for over 20 years. She practices peacemaking with her four children and has been a leader in many community organizations.
