It is really an axiom of collaborative divorce to have two lawyers working together on a case. By definition, it would not be a collaborative law case if only one lawyer were involved and the other party were representing himself or herself. The stipulation that is signed to allow the case to proceed collaboratively requires […]
Collaborative Law
Can all family law issues be resolved using the collaborative approach or are some better suited to it than others?
Some family law issues are better suited to collaborative law than others. For example, if there is domestic violence and a pattern of abuse, then the parties might not be good candidates for a dissolution through a collaborative approach; they might need the finality of a judge’s decision in order to protect their interests. Founding […]
Podcast: Redondo Beach Family Lawyer on Collaborative Divorce
Redondo Beach family lawyer Joe Spirito talks about how the collaborative divorce process can benefit divorcing couples in Southern California.
What is collaborative divorce and how is it different from mediation?
Collaborative law is a process for voluntary dispute resolution in which the parties – the husband and wife – each retain their own attorneys to help resolve their divorce amicably without court intervention. The two attorneys and the parties sign an agreement that they will not litigate while working within the collaborative process. In the […]
WATCH: What is collaborative divorce?
Read the transcript of this video below. Collaborative law is a relatively new legal process that assists divorcing couples in avoiding litigation. Both parties are represented by specially trained attorneys who, in crafting a fair and appropriate settlement that best meets their individual needs as well as those of their children, enlist other professionals, […]
WATCH: What is collaborative divorce and is it a good choice for me?
Read the transcript of this video below. Collaborative divorce is a process that a couple may choose to use instead of going through the court system. There are various reasons people may want to stay out of the court system; litigating your divorce in court requires you to appear in public courtrooms and the […]
How does collaborative law differ from traditional divorce?
Collaborative law, often referred to as the “no court divorce,” provides families the unique opportunity to maintain complete control over their future bolstered with a pledge not to litigate. The parties and their collaborative lawyers sign a contract in which they agree that the case will not be taken to court. Collaborative law offers […]
Can you explain what collaborative divorce means?
As the name suggests, collaborative divorce is a team approach that focuses on the future of the individuals and their children. Each party is represented by a specially-trained attorney in a non-adversarial manner and, when appropriate, collaboratively-trained financial advisors, child psychologists, family therapists, and other experts in their respective fields are brought in to assist […]
Pamela Copeland, A New Jersey Certified Matrimonial Attorney on Divorce
Pamela Copeland, a New Jersey Certified Matrimonial Attorney, on New Jersey divorce related issues and they are determined.
Can We Still Do Collaborative Divorce If My Spouse Chose A Lawyer?
What if my spouse has chosen a lawyer who doesn’t know about collaborative practice? Can we still go ahead with a collaborative divorce?
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