Collaborative divorce uses a team approach. Lawyers, mental health professionals and financial specialists all come together to help support you and your family throughout your divorce.

While using a team seems like it would be expensive, the truth is that using a team can save you money. The tasks that need to be completed in your divorce are the same no matter how many professionals you use. By having specialists in each area perform the work in that area, you are getting the biggest value for your money.

The professionals who are normally on a Collaborative Team are collaborative divorce attorneys, a divorce coach, and a financial specialist.

Your Collaborative Divorce Attorney guides you through the legal aspects of your divorce. S/he advises you on the law. S/he also drafts your documents and helps you in the court process at the end of your divorce.

Your Divorce Coach helps you and your spouse manage the pain and strain of changing relationships while focusing on goals for the present and future. S/he will teach you communication techniques to help you and your spouse talk to each other respectfully.

Your Financial Specialist will help you and your spouse understand your current and future financial situation. S/he helps you prepare budgets and balance sheets. Your Financial Specialist will also help you and your spouse identify your financial options and develop a plan that will promote the future well-being of all family members.