Collaborative Law is a way of resolving disputes following family breakdown without the threat of court proceedings and without adversarial lawyer involvement.
It is a new method of dispute resolution designed for people who are committed to resolving their issues without going to court, people who want to make their own decisions about the future of their family and people who want to ensure that they continue to maintain a relationship for the benefit of their children, extended family and society as a whole, even if they are no longer partners.
Settlement is reached more quickly than through the traditional legal process and less costly, both financially and emotionally.
What's involved?
You and your spouse/partner each take independent legal advice. You each provide full details of all relevant information. A series of face to face meetings take place with you, your spouse/partner and both lawyers to establish the best solution for the whole family. Unlike family mediation, both lawyers take part in all meetings to provide advice and support using their experience, knowledge and skills to promote the best possible outcome for the whole family.
Any issues can be discussed, including children and financial matters.
A new service ...
Collaborative Law is a new service, being introduced in England and Wales following its launch and development in the United States and Canada. It was officially launched in London in November 2006 and is spreading to other parts of the country. It is already available, and working successfully, in Staffordshire.
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