Collaborative Divorce As An Option In Arizona
If you are getting a divorce in Arizona, there are better choices than battling it out before a judge. Mediation and Collaborative Divorce are a couple of great options for you. For this article, we will only discuss Collaborative Divorce. With Collaborative Divorce, the main idea is to settle all points of a divorce (such as custody, child support, spousal maintenance and the division of property and debts) collaboratively and without going to court. The divorcing couple works together as partners to reach a solution. Going to court is not only costly, but it can be very upsetting.
You may wish to think about Collaborative Divorce as a solution.
Collaborative Divorce is founded on three principles:
• Both spouses promise not to go to court
• An honest exchange of information by both spouses
• A settlement that takes into account the highest priorities of both spouses and their children
The Collaborative Divorce model, a form of alternative dispute resolution, emerged as an answer to the psychological, financial and family system devastation, which often occurs from traditional family law litigation. Collaborative Divorce is about finding a fair and equitable resolution without resorting to a lawsuit, and relies on a team of professionals to enlighten, guide and assist the divorcing couple. If either of the divorcing couple ends the Collaborative process by opting for a lawsuit, the Participation Agreement that both the divorcing couple and all professionals on the team sign at the beginning of the case comes into effect, and all team members withdraw from the matter.
If both sides are willing to cooperate with the system, Collaborative Divorce can work well. Need more information? Look on the Internet or ask a Collaborative Divorce Practitioner.
To learn more about Collaborative Divorce and Mediation in Arizona, you can visit: Arizona Mediator.
Disclaimer: This publication and the information included in it are not intended to serve as a substitute for consultation with an attorney. Specific legal issues, concerns and conditions always require the advice of appropriate legal professionals.
