Not all divorces are not the high-conflict, high-stakes battles inside of a courtroom that television and film would have you believe. When dissolving a marriage, couples have options to avoid the emotionally draining and financially impactful traditional litigation scenario. Mediation and collaborative law are two common ways to settle legal affairs without much or any court interference. They are terrific ways for cooperative couples to end their marriage amicably and on better terms. But in what situations would collaborative divorce not be beneficial? For an in-depth overview of collaborative law or answers to questions regarding divorce, consult an experienced attorney.
Collaborative Divorce: What Is It?
Collaborative divorce is a method for couples who mutually agree to a “win-win” attitude to handle their divorce with more civility. Couples looking to negotiate their marriage settlement more cooperatively benefit significantly from collaborative divorce. It is also one of the best ways for couples with children to communicate their wishes better and work towards co-parenting in a more cooperative light.
Why Would a Collaborative Divorce Not Work?
Though it works for many couples, not every divorcing couple will benefit from a collaborative divorce. Collaborative divorce requires both parties to cooperate to reach a settlement that both sides can agree to for their sake and that of their children. Some relationships have far too much conflict involved ever to see eye to eye on a settlement.
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