The Benefits
Collaborative Family Law is the no court alternative that puts you and your spouse or partner in the driver's seat. You decide the issues: division of property, who lives where, spousal and child support, custody and guardianship of your children, and sharing of time with them between you and your spouse.
The key advantages to using the Collaborative approach are:
- Greater Control
You are in charge of shaping your future life, with the support of highly trained professionals. - Speedier Resolutions
Going through the Collaborative process is generally quicker than the court process. This means you can move forward with your new life sooner. - Less Expense
Collaboration is generally less expensive than proceeding through court litigation. - Greater Privacy
The issues and your relationship history are completely confidential within the four-way meetings, whereas these become public in the court process. - Less Stress
You probably feel as if you have fought enough. The Collaborative process is designed to reduce the stress of conflict between couples. - Less Damage to Relationships
Collaboration reduces the risk of damage to your ongoing relationships with your spouse and your children. In a supportive environment, your dignity and self-respect are left intact. - Solutions that Work for Both
Collaboration increases the likelihood of compliance with the solutions reached by the two of you (as opposed to having a judge impose a court order that neither of you may be happy with). - Smoother Transition to the Next Stage of Your Life
Collaboration helps you anticipate your needs in moving forward with your life, and takes these into consideration as solutions are reached. - Emotional Support AND Legal Guidance
Collaboration is the only alternative that provides support and guidance for both emotional issues and legal issues.
