Sacramento Collaborative Practice Group

How to Divorce Without Going to Court

A marriage has ended, but why should the ensuing divorce be so devastating? There is an alternative to the standard adversarial, litigated divorce.  That alternative is the Collaborative Divorce Model. Collaborative Practice is a solutions-oriented approach that seeks to preserve the long-term interests of families. It differs from conventional divorce in that couples pledge in writing to work toward an agreement without going to court.

Collaborative Practice can help you move beyond the pain and feel whole again.

			Collaborative Practice at a Glance Encourages mutual respect Emphasizes the needs of children Avoids going to court Keeps control of the process with the individuals Provides for open communication Utilizes a problem-solving approach Identifies and addresses interests and concerns of all Prepares individuals for new lives A pledge not to go to court An honest exchange of information by both spouses Support when you need it most Spend less money on attorney's and costs Reach an agreement tailored to your needs      What's New?   COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE CALIFORNIA