Attorneys

Your Collaborative Attorney has obtained specialized training beyond that which is required of all attorneys. In addition to continuing education requirements established by the State of Wisconsin, the CFLCW member also agrees to ongoing continuing education in the Collaborative Process.

In collaborative divorce, process, the lawyer is not neutral. Your attorney serves as your advocate throughout process. The collaborative divorce lawyer acts as a resource, an educator, an advocate for his or her client and protector of the collaborative divorce process. Often lawyers in Collaborative are described as “settlement experts.” Even though they serve their clients, they also serve the process and your family by seeking a resolution that is respectful, fair, and makes sense for your unique situation.

Your collaborative divorce lawyer will do the usual determination, identification and investigation of the issues surrounding your family situation, in consultation with you and the team. Your lawyer will also work to anticipate conflict, help the the team manage the process and ensure that you are aware of your legal rights and obligations.