Even for people who are having difficulty talking or working together, a positive Collaborative process is still possible. The Collaborative process may be a good option for you if any of the characteristics noted under the View More tab match with your goals or issues.
Characteristics that may be a good fit with Collaborative Practice include:
- You have so much conflict that it’s hard to imagine how you could reach agreement.
- You see the value in getting guidance and support for your emotions, finances, co-parenting and children. You want to avoid resolving disputes in an adversarial manner.
- Rather than having a judge (who doesn’t know you or your unique needs) make decisions about you and your family, you would rather work towards sorting out problems with the help of skilled collaborative professional(s).
- You’re willing to consider creative solutions to issues and problems.
- It’s important for you and your spouse to minimize conflict and to have a good working relationship with your spouse/partner in the future, particularly if there are children involved.
- You want the well-being and needs of your children to be considered throughout the separation/divorce process as well as in the future.
- You want to feel a sense of control in the process and outcome. Your goal is to have a civilized, respectful resolution of the issues. Within the Collaborative Process, guided by their respective lawyers (and when applicable other members of a collaborative team), clients agree to work toward resolving their issues without going to or making threats to go to Court.