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Stock options often overlooked in divorce settlements
In any divorce, including a collaborative divorce, all marital property and debt have to be divided. In an equitable division state, marital property and debt…
A fair settlement should be the goal
In collaborative practice, one goal of both parties ought to be a fair settlement. A fair settlement means that both parties generally believe that the…
The importance of the first settlement proposal
The first settlement proposal in a collaborative divorce or family law matter can be critically important. Depending on that first offer, the other party to…
What’s a reasonable settlement?
Reaching a settlement in a divorce or family law matter is easier said than done. For parties who are participating in a collaborative divorce, most…
What if my spouse does not want a collaborative divorce?
A collaborative divorce is a great option for those who wish to amicably settle their divorce outside of court. This is particularly true where both…
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…