We recognize that divorce results in the restructuring of family relationships, rather than their termination. We also recognize that even though most divorcing couples are fearful, angry, sad or distrustful, most are still capable of making good decisions in how they manage their divorce.
Divorcing couples have a choice about the way they resolve their issues. The choices that are made at the beginning may affect the outcome of the divorce settlement, how children adjust to the divorce, and the quality of the relationships among all family members post-divorce.
We believe that it is in the best interest of families to resolve their differences privately, without going to court, and in a way that minimizes conflict and helps couples move forward with their lives.
We recommend the Collaborative Practice option for couples who:
- Place a high priority on their children and are committed to a positive co-parenting relationship
- View the future as more important than the past
- Have a desire to meet the interests of all family members, in addition to their own
- Want to maintain control over the outcome of their divorce
- Value privacy of their finances and other personal family matters
We value the opportunity to talk further with you about Collaborative Practice and commit that we will –
- Listen to what is important
- Provide information that is needed to make informed decisions
- Provide necessary legal, financial and emotional resources
- Place a high priority on children
- Assist in exploring and understanding all options
- Offer a safe and private environment
- Empower clients to control their resolution process
Please take additional time to further explore the information available on this website and directly contact one of the members of The Collaborative Alliance [link to Members page]. Thank you for your time spent exploring the Collaborative Practice option.