A More Structured Approach to Dissolution
Collaborative law is alternative to filing a contested divorce action, when the parties are unable to reach a full agreement and complete a dissolution. The Collaborative process is the same as a marriage dissolution, however it requires that both parties be represented by an attorney and that both parties, and their attorneys, sign an agreement obligating them to resolve all of the issues through negotiation and agreement, without filing a contested divorce. Rather than moving into a contested divorce when the parties are unable to resolve their issues between themselves, collaborative law focuses on building a cooperative and structured environment to help the two sides reach an agreement out of court.
At the law firm of Sowald Sowald Anderson & Hawley in Columbus, Ohio, we have lawyers familiar with and experienced in the collaborative law process that will work with you, your spouse and your spouse's attorney to reach a reasonable and suitable agreement.
What Is Collaborative Law?
In collaborative law, both sides and their attorneys enter into a written agreement to work together to resolve all of the issues by agreement and to terminate the marriage by dissolution. The parties and their attorneys schedule a series of 4-way meetings during which disputed issues are discussed, information and documents are exchanged and an agreement is worked out. If necessary, financial planners, accountants, counselors and other experts may be involved to review information and offer assistance and suggestions on how to best resolve certain matters.
Schedule a Collaborative Law Consultation With One of Our Attorneys
To schedule a consultation about collaborative law with a lawyer at Sowald Sowald Anderson & Hawley, call 888-609-8912 or fill out the contact form on this Web site. Our law office is located on Fifth Street in downtown Columbus.
