By Ty Supancic, Esq. Our Primary Goal The Law Collaborative’s primary goal is to become masters and innovators in the techniques and practices of Consensual Dispute Resolution (CDR). We purposefully use the term Consensual Dispute Resolution instead of the more prevalent Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) because the term “alternative” could be construed as pejorative: the… [Read More]
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Tips to Help Your Children Through Your Divorce
When you find your family going through a divorce, emotions run high and patience can be at an all-time low. Some parents and well-meaning family members are not aware of the long-term, life-changing effects divorce can have on the children in the family, no matter how young or old. Here are some tips to help… [Read More]
Women Taking Control and Re-entering the Workforce after a Divorce
It is often the woman who finds herself in a financial quandary after divorce. She may not have a strong grasp of her current and future finances, and she may need to start generating income by returning to the workforce, as losing most of her partner’s income has substantially changed her financial landscape. Women leave… [Read More]
The Collaborative Process in a Divorce Will Save You Money in Comparison to the Litigation Process, But Choose Your Professionals Wisely
In a collaborative divorce, both clients are represented by their own attorney. In many instances, it is also recommended that clients hire the services of a neutral financial and one or two mental health professionals (divorce coaches). In the collaborative process, the clients and their attorneys sign an agreement allowing the clients’ divorce professionals to… [Read More]
Using Your Children as Leverage During a Divorce Is Harmful!
Many times during a divorce, the “gloves come off” in ways you or your spouse never thought were possible. In strenuous times, people often do things they regret. Unfortunately, in divorce, it is common to use children as leverage, no matter their age. Some parents are not aware of the long-term, life-altering effects divorce can… [Read More]