What are the advantages of collaborative divorce?

• You have the peace of mind of having professional representation and advice without the fear that lawyers will make the situation worse.
• You get more for your money because collaborative divorce eliminates unnecessary costs. 
• You are focusing on finding positive solutions because your fear of “going to court” has been eliminated. This process forces the parties and their attorneys to concentrate on problem solving and settlement. 
• You retain control. As key members of the team, you and your spouse share responsibilities for shaping the settlements. 
• You lay groundwork for a better future. There is no pain-free way to end a marriage, but by reducing stress, working in a climate of cooperation and treating each other with respect, you and your spouse are creating an environment in which you and your children can thrive.
• You negotiate a better settlement. Every family is unique and every family deserves a unique solution to the issues raised in the separation or divorce proceeding. The collaborative process produces final agreements that are frequently more detailed and complete than any order that would be issued by a judge after a contested court proceeding.
• You avoid the emotional cost exacted by the fear and threats associated with going to court.