Traditionally, parties whose marital relationship that has broken down sometimes results in either or both parties filing for a divorce action. In most, but not all such actions, historically have been actions of contention and distress for the parties, and any family...
Divorce With Respect
Collaborative Divorce
Why collaborative divorce reduces trauma for yourself and your children
A collaborative divorce involves a formal agreement between spouses to work together to find a solution that is best for their family. . They promise to resolve any current disagreements outside of court. Each spouse retains an attorney trained in collaborative...
Why choose mediation in a collaborative divorce?
Mediation is a way for couples to settle their divorce without going to court. A trained mediator helps them talk through issues and find fair solutions. Mediation encourages both people to work together and communicate openly, making the process smoother and less...
How to approach collaborative divorce when there is a significant income disparity
Collaborative divorce offers a peaceful way to end a marriage by encouraging open communication and mutual agreement. However, when one spouse earns significantly more than the other, navigating financial decisions can feel challenging. With the right approach, you...
Collaborative Divorce Practice – The Attorney’s Role
As the name implies, collaborative divorce is exactly that: a collaboration. While each spouse hires their own attorney, both parties and their attorneys work together – not against each other – to find a settlement that benefits the family as a whole. Courts do not...
Collaborative Practice – Role of the Divorce Coach
Divorce can be one of the most stressful experiences a person encounters in life. No one gets married with the contemplation of divorce in the future, but it is an inevitable reality for many. We believe that every person experiencing divorce deserves to have the...
Collaborative Practice – Common Questions Answered
Getting divorced is difficult. It can be mentally and physically taxing. You are going to have to learn a new way to communicate and interact with your spouse if you are going to work out details of important issues such as the care of your children, how to pay bills,...
Collaborative Practice – An Alternative Approach to Conventional Divorce Litigation
Collaborative divorce practice provides an alternative approach to conventional divorce litigation. In fact, collaborative practice is a wholly out-of-court divorce option wherein a team of trained professionals guide you, your spouse, and your family together in...
The advantages of a collaborative divorce
While divorce is never an easy process, there are some advantages to pursuing a collaborative divorce. Unlike a traditional divorce, where the spouses are adversaries and fighting for what they want, a collaborative divorce allows both parties to work together...
Divorce doesn’t have to be traumatic for your child
No parent wants to think of their divorce as an “adverse childhood experience” for their child. However, parental separation/divorce is considered one of the leading adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that can cause stress and even trauma that follows them into...
