Lake County Collaboratve Divorce Law Attorney
Every marriage is different and involves different solutions to resolve problems. When a marriage ends, there is no one method that works for all couples. It takes a skilled lawyer to help find the best approach for each couple so that the process can move forward in a timely, cost-effective manner.
Sometimes, it even takes a new approach to help resolve issues that are preventing you from moving on in your life and reaching a resolution. At the law office of Julie R. Glade, RN, JD, my staff and I are here to offer you every type of option to complete your divorce. I was one of the first lawyers in Northwest Indiana to be trained in collaborative divorce law, a new form of alternative dispute resolution. This approach is designed to help parties avoid litigation and provide a more cost-effective option.
Contact us today, so we can evaluate your divorce matter and see if collaborative divorce law is right for you.
Recently, the divorce laws in Lake County were changed. They now mandate that all those seeking a divorce decree must try negotiation outside of the court system before they resort to filing pleadings. Collaborative divorce law is an emerging field that you may want to try. The process entails each side hiring a lawyer to negotiating a divorce settlement outside of the court system.
It is important to note that the parties sign an agreement with the understanding that they are trying to avoid litigation, and if discussions fail, each side will have to retain new attorneys to bring their case to court. This means that it is in everyone's interest to resolve the matter, and one side cannot use the threat of litigation as leverage over another.
Benefits of Collaborative Divorce Law
There are many benefits to collaborative divorce law. This option greatly reduces conflict between the parties, which is especially of benefit when there are minor children involved. It helps open dialog because it gives each party more control and participation in drafting the agreement. During these negotiations, you can explore more details of situations that the court would not.
This forum also allows experts, such as therapists, counselors, child specialists, teachers, physicians and accountants, to be tapped for information without employing them officially as expert witnesses. Using these professionals also helps make sure that everyone's needs are being met and that there is a fair settlement when multiple assets are divided.
While this method may not initially appeal to high conflict couples, if you have not had success in court, this may be the next avenue to try. This approach is of great value to families with limited means since it avoids costly court time and appearances. As a qualified lawyer Link to Attorney in this field, using my training as a nurse, I can use my negotiation skills to use this forum and help you reach a fair divorce settlement. Contact me Link to Contact Us today and let me use my collaborative divorce law skills to help you.
