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Collaborative law is designed to help couples reach a
mutually acceptable agreement without court proceedings.
Both spouses hire attorneys trained in the Collaborative
Process. You and your attorneys then sign an agreement
that you will work together to come to a mutually
agreeable decision on all the issues of your divorce.
You then begin a process of information gathering and
assessment of each other’s needs and wishes, usually
through several joint meetings.
This process empowers both parties by giving them all
the necessary information, including advice about the
requirements of the law provided by their attorneys,
before agreeing to anything.
The Collaborative process puts all the decision-making
power into your hands, rather than giving it to a judge
who will only have limited information about your
situation. Another of its advantages is that both
spouses receive independent legal advice and advocacy,
but still allows you to develop and/or maintain a
respectful relationship with your former spouse into the
future, an especially important result when children are
involved.
Please visit The Collaborative Law Institute of Minnesota for more information.