Robin M. Mermans on the Divorce Podcast by the Divorce Lending Association

Robin M. Mermans joined The Divorce Podcast host Adam Coleman, CDLP^®, to share how she found her way into Collaborative Divorce,  her insights on the process, and the advantages of this alternative approach to traditional divorce. 

“It’s a process, not a behavior.” 

Collaborative divorce centers around communication. It’s the foundation of this problem-solving approach and something many people, including Robin, found lacking in traditional divorce proceedings. 

Openness is innate to the process. So, both parties can better define their own personal approach: avoiding courts and juries, and often maintaining relationships. It’s a proven method with decades of success resolving family law disputes, that North Carolina has led in adopting as a statutory practice.

“Compassion is key, I’m a guide more than an advocate.” 

To begin a collaborative divorce or resolution both parties and their attorneys must sign a participation agreement. The following negotiations and discussions leverage the experience of outside parties like child specialists and financial neutrals, who help guide the attorneys in crafting enduring agreements without advocating for either party. Collaborative attorneys are committed to this approach which prioritizes collaboration over litigation, and aims for amicable solutions over all else.

Listen to the whole conversation now on Buzzsprout or YouTube.