Collaborative Family Law

Collaborative law is a non-adversarial approach to resolving family disputes. It is a process in which couples work together with their lawyers and other professionals to reach a mutually agreeable settlement. Collaborative law is based on the principle that the best interests of the family are served when the parties are able to work together respectfully and constructively.

About Collaborative Family Law

Collaborative law is a voluntary legal process that enables couples who have decided to separate or divorce to work with their collaborative professionals, including lawyers and financial professionals. This process helps to avoid the uncertain outcome of court and potential litigation and helps to achieve a settlement that best serves both parties and their children.

The process begins when the couple signs a participation agreement, to bind the process and outcomes, as well as restrict the lawyers from future litigations pertaining to family matters with either client. The collaborative process is designed to be respectful, confidential, and efficient, and it can be used for a broad range of other family issues, including disputes between parents and pre-marital contracts. In addition to the benefits of avoiding litigation, collaborative law can also be cost-efficient. The process allows for tasks to be assigned and handled by specific professionals without efforts being duplicated. When executed by experienced collaborative lawyers, the process can be made seamless for all parties.

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