How does “collaborative law” work in the divorce context?
The collaborative family law process empowers spouses to dissolve their marriage with dignity and allows parties to protect their children from the strains of litigation, which can impose a personal responsibility in resolving conflict. Parties to divorce, their attorneys, and any other professional involved agree to make a good faith attempt to reach an amicable settlement without going to court; collaborative practice is intended to minimize difference while working toward that resolution. In the collaborative process, each spouse is responsible for gathering necessary information. The collaborative family law process is a problem-solving method, which encourages mutual respect, provides for open communication, and prepares individuals for new lives.
