About Collaborative Divorce
Considering Divorce? Consider Collaborative Divorce. The benefits include:
- Preservation of relationships: By choosing collaborative divorce, couples can work together to find common ground and maintain a more positive relationship through this out of court divorce process. This is particularly important when children are involved, as it sets a constructive exam for co-parenting and reduces the emotional toll on the family unit.
- Customized solutions: Collaborative divorce empowers spouses to design their own out of court divorce settlement agreements based on their unique circumstances and needs. This approach often leads to more creative and flexible solutions, allowing both parties to have a voice in the outcome.
- Confidentiality and privacy: Traditional litigation exposes personal details to public scrutiny, potentially causing further stress and discomfort. Collaborative divorce, on the other hand, takes place in a private setting, ensuring confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive information.
- Cost-effective: Compared to the lengthy and expensive process of courtroom battles, collaborative divorce can be a more cost-effective option. By avoiding court fees and reducing the need for extensive litigation, spouses can often save both time and money while having more control over the outcome.
Child-Centered Approach
We help parents focus on their children's best interests during and after the divorce. We also offer Co-Parenting Coaching to help parents work together to support their children.
Don’t let a stranger make decisions for your future.
The collaborative divorce approach empowers the divorcing couple to maintain control over the outcome, rather than having decisions imposed by a court. This out of court process allows for more creative and personalized solutions tailored to your family's unique circumstances without ever going to court.
Key Elements of Collaborative Divorce
- Voluntary participation: Collaborative divorce requires the willingness of both spouses to actively engage in the process and work towards a fair settlement. This voluntary commitment fosters an atmosphere of cooperation and sets the stage for constructive problem-solving.
- Open communication: Effective communication is vital throughout the collaborative divorce process. The spouses, along with the collaborative team, engage in open and honest discussions to express their needs, concerns, and goals. This transparency helps build trust and facilitates the resolution of disputes.
- The professional team: Collaborative divorce involves a team of professionals, each contributing their expertise to guide the process. Attorneys provide legal guidance, the neutral mental health professional assists with communication and emotional support and conflict resolution, and the neutral financial professional assists in asset division, spousal support, and child-related financial matters. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that all aspects of the divorce are addressed comprehensively and efficiently.
Watch a brief video about Collaborative Divorce here.
Collaborative Divorce: Finding Resolution Outside of Court
Collaborative Divorce is a process involving a professional team that consists of a Collaborative Attorney for each party to offer legal support, a neutral Coach who is a licensed mental health professional to provide communication, emotional and parenting support, and a neutral Financial professional to offer support in the financial area. We can help you find an Attorney and Financial professional who are trained in Collaborative Divorce.
We believe families don’t belong in court and that the Collaborative Process is a healthier option for families.
Our experienced Collaborative Coach, Lori Gephart is available to help.