WHAT IS COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAW ?

It is a process for resolving your family law problems that maximizes the benefits for all concerned and minimizes the emotional and legal costs
You, your spouse and both lawyers sign an agreement to exchange all important information and settle all the issues without going to court
You are represented and advised by your own CFL lawyer but everyone works together as a team to reach a fair settlement that meets the needs of everyone involved
Your CFL lawyer acts as both a legal advisor and a negotiation coach
The CFL process focuses on meetings with both parties together with their lawyers
If a settlement is not reached and you decide to go to court your CFL lawyers cannot continue to represent you