The first and most prudent action when considering a divorce is to seek the help of an attorney who specializes in Family Law. Some New Hampshire attorneys now provide assistance with “Collaborative Divorce,” a newer method that offers a less adversarial and more cooperative approach to a divorce or legal separation.

Under the Collaborative Law Act, NH RSA 490-J, married couples are provided with a guided framework for divorce that offers open disclosure and cooperation as its key cornerstones. In Collaborative Divorce, spouses openly communicate with each other, their attorneys, and an assigned team of neutral professionals. Throughout the process, couples discuss personal and financial goals to reach a mutually beneficial outcome without leaving major decisions to a judge.

The assigned team of neutral professionals in a Collaborative Divorce may include financial advisors, mental health professionals, and child specialists. Each neutral professional provides focused coaching throughout the divorce, including education on the long-term impact of asset division, and even support with child-related decisions, if applicable.

A collaborative divorce can often resolve faster, saving both spouses time, money, and mental anguish, and limiting the emotional toll a divorce can have on a family. The process also allows for the use of unique and creative solutions to complex legal issues that are beneficial to all family members.

About Wescott Law

Wescott Law can facilitate your collaborative divorce and help you navigate your family dispute with confidence and dignity. Contact us at info@wescottlawnh.com or (603) 524-2166 to schedule a consultation.