When it comes to divorce, it’s important to know that you have process options. While a traditional divorce through litigation has been the most common proceeding for decades, a newer divorce model is creating much-needed change. Collaborative divorce is becoming more popular not only in North Carolina and across the nation, but also internationally – and for good reason. At my Charlotte-based law firm, ROAD to RESOLUTION, we focus on divorce mediation and collaborative family law. As an experienced family law attorney, I truly believe that there are endless benefits to choosing collaborative divorce, including the ability to save time and money due to the following factors:

You probably never thought you’d have to research about the process of getting a divorce.

I can relate to that statement, as can most of my clients. Like many before me, I thought my marriage would last forever. Yet, sometimes circumstances change, people grow apart, and relationships end. That was the case for my ex-husband and me nearly 15 years ago when we realized our marriage was over. We separated amicably as we navigated through the waters of divorce and co-parenting. Yet, as the divorce process went on, it became challenging and adversarial. It also, unfortunately, caused unnecessary tension between us and our children. 

As a divorce mediation and collaborative family law attorney, I am committed to helping spouses navigate their divorce journey. To begin this process, I highly recommend that the couple discusses their options with an attorney. Separating has legal significance and parties shouldn’t separate without speaking to legal counsel. As part of the process, there are common concerns over shared costs and how to handle payments on jointly owned or billed assets.