Many of my clients are successful professionals seeking to keep their family's private matters out of the public domain. An evolved option, called the "Collaborative Divorce”, is considered the "golden apple" of methods because it is discrete, comprehensive, and the least damaging to family relationships. Unlike litigious divorce, where relationships are often further wounded, a key element of Collaborative Divorce is a customized script that helps you explain the separation to your children.
Collaborative Divorce is not, however, for everyone. Below I have prepared a few questions that, by answering “yes”, will help you know if you are a candidate for Collaborative Divorce:
- Do you want to make decisions for the well being of your family instead of the court system deciding for you?
- Do you want a process that advocates details for the best interests of your children?
- Do you value maintaining a co-parenting relationship with your spouse for the well being of your children?
- Are you willing to find win-win solutions with your spouse instead of the win-lose model in litigation?
- Do you wish to invest cost effectively in results that a team of legal, financial, and mental health experts can provide for you?
If you want additional counsel on your options for divorce, which also include litigation and mediation, I offer a half hour free consultation. Additional information on Collaborative Divorce can also be found from the International Association of Collaborative Professionals, I am a member of the Virginia Collaborative Practice group.
