Collaborative Divorce

Keep divorce amicable with the help of a collaborative divorce attorney in Illinois. 

Divorce doesn’t need to be the fight most people expect. When both parties are willing, a collaborative divorce can be a less stressful way to end a marriage. Parties involved can negotiate from a position of respect and cooperation instead of vindictiveness. 

How Do Collaborative Divorces Differ? 

In Illinois, collaborative divorce attorneys help their clients facilitate friendly divorce negotiations. These specially trained lawyers guide clients through a less argumentative process, and minimal court involvement keeps discussions private and civil. The focus of these conversations is to determine the best interests of both parties as well as the children, if applicable. 

Although collaborative divorce shares some similarities with mediation, there is a distinct difference between the two. Mediation involves one third-party individual who facilitates negotiations but advocates for neither side. With a collaborative divorce, each spouse has their own representative. This attorney can also give legal advice throughout the process and draw up final agreement paperwork, which a mediator cannot do. 

What are the Benefits of a Collaborative Divorce? 

In collaborative divorces, the focus is less on escalating conflict and more on problem-solving. Instead of adversaries, each party recognizes the input of the other in a civil discussion. In some cases, this option is a beneficial alternative to the traditional litigation process. Without involvement from the courts, divorcing couples also retain their privacy. 

If both parties cannot reach an agreement, they can take the case to court. Neither attorney involved in collaborative negotiations can represent the client in this situation, which creates a greater incentive for attorneys to facilitate an amicable agreement between parties. 

If you need a collaborative divorce attorney in Illinois, contact us and we can provide you with a well-qualified lawyer to represent your interests.

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