Collaborative law is a relatively new process focused on problem solving rather than fighting to “win.” Collaborative law centers on resolving contested issues outside the courtroom, thereby avoiding costly litigation. It encourages open, transparent, mature, and cooperative behavior between parties. While Collaborative Law does not work in every case, when used in the right circumstances, it can achieve a quick, fair settlement for a fraction of what a contested case would cost.
The Collaborative Law Process
Each party still has his or her own lawyer and the job of that lawyer is to assist the client in settling the contested issues outside of court. The parties each agree that they will provide full, ho...
Collaborative law is a relatively new process focused on problem solving rather than fighting to “win.” Collaborative law centers on resolving contested issues outside the courtroom, thereby avoiding costly litigation. It encourages open, transparent, mature, and cooperative behavior between parties. While Collaborative Law does not work in every case, when used in the right circumstances, it can achieve a quick, fair settlement for a fraction of what a contested case would cost.
The Collaborative Law Process
Each party still has his or her own lawyer and the job of that lawyer is to assist the client in settling the contested issues outside of court. The parties each agree that they will provide full, honest and open disclosure of all information relevant to the proceedings. And, very importantly, they agree that their attorney’s representation is limited to the collaborative divorce process, and that neither of the attorneys can ever represent them in a court proceeding against the other spouse.
