Committing to an Out-of-Court Solution
Collaborative law is growing in popularity as the sensible alternative to divorce and custody litigation. Instead of the expense and hard feelings of a trial, the parties agree to sit down until they hammer out their own agreement.
At the law firm of The Parker Firm, Attorneys at Law, you are represented by experienced lawyers who are trained in collaborative law. Two of our attorneys are also board-certified family law specialists. Contact us today to discuss the pros and cons of collaborative divorce. We practice in Collin County, Texas and the DFW Metroplex.
Collaborative Family Law
If you have significant issues to resolve, but want an amicable resolution, collaborative law provides the conditions for success. The mechanism that makes it work is a formal agreement not to litigate. If either of you backs out of negotiations, you will each have to hire new counsel to represent you in contested proceedings.
Unlike mediation, each of you is represented by an attorney. Sessions also include an independent financial advisor and communication facilitator. Unlike litigation, there is no discovery process — all information is on the table. Instead of jockeying for advantage, you are working to create a fair and workable settlement regarding property, children and financial support.
There are many advantages to collaborative law:
- Less stress for the adults and less trauma for the children
- Your own timetable
- Control over the outcome
- Fewer disputes and modification hearings down the road
- Potential for less expense
- Affords greater privacy
Collaborative law will only work if both parties are committed to finding middle ground. A spouse with a history of violence or controlling behavior may manipulate or stall the process.
Call us today at 972.562.2212 to explore collaborative family law and all your options in a discreet consultation.
George Parker
Danny Carl Garner
Kimberly D. Smith
