collaborative training<\/a> with logic, patience, and persuasion to move even the most emotional family law cases toward a positive and peaceful future. Clients and their families deserve a lawyer who listens closely, asks the right questions, and works tirelessly to exceed expectations. My focus is on collaborative and cooperative divorces, premarital agreements, and marital property agreements because the high road is the best place to respectfully resolve family law matters; it is my privilege to guide clients who want to walk this path.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCollaborative Divorce results in creativity and customized solutions for families. I often help parents create unique parenting plans that balance the needs of their children with both parents\u2019 schedules. I also help couples navigate the challenges of a \u201cgray divorce,\u201d providing guidance in addressing the unique needs of their grown children and the complexities of their high-net-worth marital estates. The goal is always to achieve a mutually acceptable resolution in an atmosphere of privacy and respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How We Do It:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- My clients and I set realistic goals.<\/strong> Clients provide their history and the facts of their current situation. I apply my understanding of the law and years of experience to help identify an achievable outcome. Together, we move past the conflict to create a better future.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- We use restraint and good judgment. <\/strong>We focus on interests rather than positions, considering all of the options before moving forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- We use the collaborative process whenever possible.<\/strong> The collaborative law process allows for customized co-parenting plans, transparent identification and valuation of assets, creative property division and support, and an atmosphere of confidentiality and respect. I urge my clients to utilize this process for divorce, modification, and premarital agreements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- We keep our eyes on the prize.<\/strong> Even if the collaborative process is not the right fit for a particular situation, my experience as a credentialed collaborative lawyer provides tools to resolve family law disputes outside of the courtroom. Negotiated settlements produce the most favorable financial outcomes with minimal collateral damage to children.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- We partner with litigators when there are no other options.<\/strong> Despite my strong commitment to the philosophy and practice of collaborative law, there are rare cases in which agreement is not possible. In these instances, I join forces with the firm\u2019s talented family law litigators.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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