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Neutral experts in collaborative divorce
In traditional litigation, it’s often the war of the competing experts. Whether the issues in the case are financial or custody related, both sides often…
Are you too angry for a collaborative divorce?
When a divorce begin, many are upset. They are emotional. They might even be angry. Events that led up to the divorce can cause a…
We agree on most issues in our divorce
When many are trying to resolve their divorce, they end up negotiating with their soon-to-be ex-spouse. Many prefer negotiating directly with their spouse versus hiring…
Needs of exceptional children and collaborative divorce
In divorce and family law matters where custody of children is litigated, it can often present a unique set of complexities for a family court….
Is collaborative practice new?
Many when they hear about collaborative practice wonder how long as it been around. “Is this a fairly new process? Has it been around a…
Importance of spreadsheeting your assets
Spreadsheeting marital assets and debt is an important part of any divorce matter. In a collaborative divorce, the parties have to divide marital property and…
Who is the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals?
When individuals think about collaborative divorce, many do not realize that there is an organization that has set forth all the protocol and procedures in…
Business interests can complicate divorce
In any divorce, dividing the marital property and debt can be a complicated endeavor. The truth is that some parties can have martial assets of…
New tax changes regarding alimony may make divorce more difficult
Under a new tax law that is going into effect in 2019, alimony (also known as “maintenance” or “spousal maintenance” in many states) is going…
Why collaborative divorce and not mediation?
Mediation is very popular in society. When individuals think about settling their divorce outside of court, most resonate with the idea of mediation. While many…
Can I hire any attorney for a collaborative divorce?
Many like the idea of a collaborative divorce. The term “collaborative” has a nice ring to it. Many also do not want their case decided…
No service needed for collaborative divorce
A requirement when one party has filed for divorce is for the other party to be formally notified. This usually takes place by the sheriff…