Illinois Divorce Lawyer Blog
There has been a lot of recent attention and requests for the non-court collaborative divorce from some very smart and informed people in DuPage, DeKalb and Kane counties recently. What are the benefits to a collaborative model? Read some of the reasons below:
Lower Cost
The collaborative process is generally less costly and time-consuming than litigation.
Client Involvement
The client is a vital part of the settlement team and have a greater sense of involvement in the decision making which affects their lives.
Supportive Approach
Each client is supported by their lawyer and coach in a manner that still allows the attorneys to work collaboratively with one another in resolving issues.
Less Stress
The process is much less fear and anxiety producing than utilizing Court proceedings or the threat of such proceedings. Everyone can focus on settlement without the imminent threat of ‘going to Court’.
Win-Win Climate
The Collaborative process creates a positive climate that produces a more satisfactory outcome for both parties. The possibility actually exists for participants to create a climate that facilitates ‘win-win’ settlements.
Speed
The speed of the collaborative process is governed by the parties rather than court calendars.
Creativity The collaborative process encourages creative solutions in resolving issues.
Clients in Charge The non-adversarial nature of the collaborative process shifts decision making into the hands of the clients where it belongs, rather than into the hands of a third party (the court).
SOURCE: Collaborative Law Institute of Georgia