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Divorce knowledge kit

Testimonials

What the parents are saying...

"Divorce is difficult, but I never regretted choosing the collaborative process. Guided by my attorney and mental health coach, I was able to make my own decisions about my future and asset division at a pace that was comfortable for me."

Carrie, married 25-years and mother of two children

"The collaborative process allows you to turn that next page and start a new chapter in your life. This process helped me immensely with the children. It controlled the nitpicking---letting us move forward more quickly. It helped put the hurt behind and let the healing begin."

L.J., married 14 years and father of two children.

"Divorce by its very word is adversarial, but I truly believe that with the help of my coach, attorney, child specialist and financial specialist, we were able to get through this stressful event in a manner that was respectful to each other, and most importantly, in consideration our son's needs. To discuss, compromise and agree on the things that would affect the rest of our lives was much better than having a judge who didn't know us make those decisions for us. All of the professionals involved in our case were compassionate, helpful and nonjudgmental. This is not to say our divorce wasn't difficult, but today we are able to work together and co-parent as partners. I cannot imagine going through a traditional divorce knowing that there are better alternatives out there, especially when there are children involved."

Karen, used all team members

"The collaborative process enabled my former wife and me to amicably work together through our divorce proceeds, and put the best interests of our daughter ahead of our personal differences."

Richard, married 10 years and father of one child

"I chose the collaborative method in my divorce because I didn't want to add stress to an already emotional situation, and because my former spouse and I both shared the same goal: to protect our children and address their ongoing needs above all other issues. We reached an agreement we're both satisfied with and maintain a positive relationship. Approaching our situation collaboratively ensured the kind of cooperation we'll need as we raise our kids into adulthood."

Laura, married 10 years and mother of three

"I chose Collaborative Family Law because I wanted a respectful process. My main interest was our daughter. Ultimately, I did not want to leave a negative legacy. We were able to maintain control of the outcome, rather than accepting the terms of an imposed order. We also realized significant savings by avoiding litigation."

Jerry, married 27 years.

What the professionals are saying...

"Collaborative divorce encourages the parties to communicate directly and resolve issues without court intervention. Agreements reached by the parties themselves will better meet the family's needs and have far greater likelihood of long term success than orders imposed by a judge at the end of a court trial. Most importantly, collaborative divorce helps parents work together to focus on the best interest of their children to avoid the damage caused by ongoing litigation."

Honorable Lee E. Wells,
Retired judge and Lifetime Jurist Achievement Award Recipient

"Working with couples and their financial issues within this process has been an amazing experience. Finances typically present some of the most tense and stressful aspects of divorce, causing a need for education and creative problem solving. It has been gratifying as a team member to participate in the transformation people experience in the collaborative process that takes them from a world of unknown to one of educated decision making and a vision for the future."

Gaylene A. Stingl, MST, CPA, CVA

"Collaborative Family Law is an alternative to all the negatives associated with traditional litigation. It's designed to resolve differences. When people reflect on the process, they can look back and say they did it in a way that was respectful, instead of being regretful"

Steven Bach, J.D., Madison

"Professionals with extensive experience working in the trenches know there has to be a better way to help people through a difficult process. With Collaborative Family Law, issues are identified and dealt with directly by coaches, attorneys, and child specialists. It's certainly a better alternative."

Josie Cusma, MSA, CICSW, Brookfield

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