If you are ending your marriage and have children, a collaborative divorce with children may be the best way to minimize stress and conflict
Terminating a marriage is always difficult from many perspectives. The typical notion of “winning” the battle deserves reflection. What is the real end goal? Is it to end up with more of the assets? Is it, paying less spousal support or child support? Or is it to arrive at a “fair” result while trying your best to maintain healthy relationships on your family members while reducing emotional stress all around? “Uncoupling” is never easy. Research shows that it can be especially difficult for children. This is why many parents are turning to a collaborative divorce with children, as it prioritizes their well-being while minimizing conflict.
As a result of my 40+ years of practicing divorce litigation, I would submit that utilizing a more collaborative approach to unwinding a marriage can greatly improve the emotional health of the parties, especially when kids are involved.
Strips Away Control
A more traditional divorce proceeding, involving litigation and the ensuing battles inherent in that process, strips control away from both parties. In the adversarial nature of Court divorces, you lose … Read More... “If You are Ending Your Marriage and have Children, why a Collaborative Divorce Might Be the Best Route to Go!”