“Collaborative” sounds good. But what does it really mean to have a collaborative law process for your divorce? Couples who are divorcing have options beyond just litigation and mediation. Collaborative law is a practice that mixes the negotiation and collaboration of mediation and the legal advocacy you would have in litigation. This method of family […]
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Mediation for Child Custody in Massachusetts
Whether you’re going through a divorce or splitting up with your ex, worries about child custody are some of the most significant stressors when your family situation is changing. A lot of times when we think of child custody, we think of an adversarial court setting, where each party is fighting each other. Litigation is […]
How Much Does a Divorce Cost?
How much does a divorce cost? It depends. It depends on how well parties can agree on how to divide assets, debts, co-parent the children, and whether and how much one party will receive ongoing financial support from the other. Parties can choose several routes through the divorce process: Do it yourselves (“DIY”), Support from […]
Mediation: Is it Right For You?
You have probably heard the term “mediation” offered as a solution to interpersonal issues that have legal implications, like: Divorce and parenting Probate Landlord / Tenant Employment What is mediation? Mediation is a process where a neutral third party facilitates a resolution of issues by participants. Let’s break that down: Neutral Third Party: A mediator is […]