Divorce is a process of undoing a relationship that at one point both members thought could last forever. So many of us are familiar with the anger, hurt, and grieving that comes with divorce. In the midst of that vortex of negative emotions, communication may seem impossible or extremely difficult. What if this divorcing couple …
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Navigating The Emotional Rollercoaster Of The Collaborative Divorce Mediation Process
Written By: Nadia Delshad While emotions can be intense and unpredictable through collaborative divorce mediation, they play a crucial role in providing valuable information about our needs and desires. It’s totally normal to feel a rollercoaster of emotions. The phrase “emotions as a rollercoaster” is often used to describe the unpredictable and intense nature of …
The Role of a Finance Neutral in a Collaborative Divorce
Written By: Barbara Shegog Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process, and finding the right professionals to support you through it is crucial. While lawyers and mediators are often involved in navigating the legal aspects of divorce, there is another key player you might not have considered: the finance neutral. The finance neutral can …
Advantages of Collaborative Divorce Over Mediation For Your Divorce
A Collaboration by: Kim Weibrecht and Briana Coakley Top 6 Considerations… Collaborative Divorce and Mediation are both alternative methods of resolving disputes in divorce cases. While they share similarities, such as aiming for amicable settlements outside of court, Collaborative Divorce offers several unique benefits compared to Mediation. Let’s explore these advantages in detail. Here are …
How Do We Tell Our Children About Our Divorce?
Written By: Ann Conway, CDNH Coach-Facilitator and Kathrine Lacey, Attorney One of the most challenging aspects of divorce for parents once the initial decision has been made is how to tell their children. The anticipated heartbreak and facing the people you love most in the world is daunting. Simple measures can minimize the impacts for …
Teachers and Collaborative Divorce
Written By: Cynthia Weston As we near the end of another school year, those who are involved as professionals start planning. Summers are not what those who are not in the profession think. Sometimes summers are filled with part-time jobs, home projects that lingered over the school year, preparation for the next school year (and …
You Have Chosen The Collaborative Process, Now What?
Written By: Katherine Morneau, Esq. You have done your research, talked with friends and family, and you and your spouse agree that the collaborative process is the best way to resolve your divorce. Now what? Step One: Meet With a Collaborative Coach The first step in starting the collaborative process could be to meet with …
Benefits of The Collaborative Process for Empty Nest Couples
Written By: Cynthia M. Weston A Grandparent Lawyer’s Perspective So much of the collaborative process conversation centers around couples still parenting children in their home. The collaborative process can be beneficial for couples who are empty nesters as well. There are the obvious reasons for any couple to choose the collaborative process, not the least …
Should I have a Prenuptial Agreement?
Written By: Cathy McKay A Prenuptial Agreement is a written contract entered into before marriage that will determine how assets and debts will be divided, in the event there is a death or divorce. The Court will enforce Prenuptial Agreements if there is a death or a divorce as long as the Court finds that …
How Much Does a Divorce Cost in New Hampshire?
Written By: Ann Conway Divorce can be a complicated and emotionally taxing process, and it can also be costly. The cost of the divorce depends on 2 factors. What divorce process you choose – In New Hampshire, there are several divorce process options: Litigation, Mediation, and Collaborative Divorce. Each option has its own benefits and …