What is collaborative law?

Collaborative law is an approach to divorce that prioritizes cooperation and communication between both parties, rather than relying on aggressive negotiation tactics and litigation. It is utilized to settle disputes and issues with divorce, including parenting time, spousal support, division of property, and child support. In Rhode Island, collaborative law is an option for couples looking to divorce in a more efficient and amicable manner than traditional litigation. Generally, both parties must be willing to work together to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome. Collaborative law generally involves each party engaging their own legal counsel and usually also uses the help of financial and mental health professionals to aid in the process and ensure a fair distribution of property and a positive arrangement of parenting time. During the process, both parties agree to remain cooperative and to negotiate in good faith, and when an agreement is reached, the court is notified and the divorce is finalized with minimal court intervention. Collaborative law can help reduce the length and intensity of a divorce, allowing both parties to efficiently resolve disputes and move on more quickly.

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