Monday, January 25, 2010

Creative Solution

I recently completed a Collaborative divorce in which the parties' agreement included a creative provision regarding the marital homestead. The homestead was awarded to Wife and Husband will continue to reside in the homestead with Wife while he looks for a residence of his own. The parties were able to come up with mutually-agreeable terms including a rental amount to be paid by Husband. This is an example of a win-win result that would not be possible in litigation.

Saturday, January 23, 2010

Neutral Child Specialist

When there are children in the family, a collaborative team usually includes a Neutral Child Specialist whose role is to help keep children at the center and out of the middle during the process. In addition to meeting with children and giving parents feedback on what the children need, the Neutral Child Specialist helps parents create developmentally appropriate parenting plans. I provide a free half hour consultation for parents to fully explain the role of the Neutral Child Specialist.

Friday, January 22, 2010

More Control

My divorce was Collaborative. I liked the process because the negotiations were out in the open. I felt that I had more control over the process and I think we were able to resolve our issues faster.

Thursday, January 21, 2010