Collaborative Divorce Attorneys in Centennial
Is a Collaborative Divorce Right for Me?
Collaborative divorce is a method of resolving divorce disputes that is designed to minimize the cost, stress, and emotional turmoil of the divorce process. It is a type of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that allows spouses to work together with their attorneys to reach agreements on the terms of their divorce without going to court. At the Law Office of Alexandra White, PC, we are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients.
Call our office today at (303) 647-4245 or contact us online to learn more about how we can help you through the collaborative divorce process.
How Does Collaborative Divorce Work in Colorado?
Collaborative divorce is a voluntary process that requires both spouses to commit to reaching an out-of-court settlement. If you and your spouse are unable to agree on the terms of your divorce, you will have to go to court. This means that both spouses must be willing to work together and be transparent about their finances in order for the collaborative divorce process to work.
When you choose to pursue a collaborative divorce, you and your spouse will each hire your own attorney who is trained in the collaborative divorce process. You, your spouse, and your attorneys will then meet in a series of four-way settlement conferences to discuss and negotiate the terms of your divorce. Additional professionals, such as financial planners and child custody specialists, may also be brought in to help facilitate the negotiation process.
The collaborative divorce process typically consists of the following steps:
- Initial meeting: You, your spouse, and your attorneys will meet to discuss the collaborative divorce process and sign a participation agreement that states that you will commit to working together to reach an agreement.
- Information gathering: You and your spouse will each provide all relevant financial documents to your attorneys and work with a financial professional to assess your assets and debts.
- Settlement conferences: You, your spouse, and your attorneys will meet in a series of settlement conferences to discuss and negotiate the terms of your divorce. Additional professionals, such as financial planners or child custody specialists, may also be brought in to help facilitate the negotiation process.
- Finalize the settlement: Once you and your spouse have reached an agreement on the terms of your divorce, your attorneys will draft a settlement agreement. You and your spouse will then sign the settlement agreement and submit it to the court for approval.
If you are unable to reach an agreement on the terms of your divorce through the collaborative divorce process, you will have to go to court to resolve your divorce disputes. However, the collaborative divorce process can still be beneficial in this situation because you and your spouse will have already exchanged all relevant information and begun the negotiation process. This can help streamline the court process and make it easier to reach an agreement.
Why Choose Us
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We're here to convey your story while protecting and fighting for your best interests.
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We're here to guide you through every step of the legal process with a plan personalized to your specific needs promptly.
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We have 2 LLPs (Licensed Legal Professionals) on our team who offer services at a lower cost increasing access to legal services. LLPs provide a more economical option for handling various legal matters.
Compassionate Guidance Through the Collaborative Divorce Process
If you and your spouse are considering a divorce, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure about what to do next. Divorce is a highly emotional and stressful process that can be made even more difficult by the uncertainty of going to court. However, the experienced family law attorneys at the Law Office of Alexandra White, PC can help. We are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients and will be with you every step of the way.
Call our office today at (303) 647-4245 or contact us online to learn more about how we can help you through the collaborative divorce process.
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Krista Beauchamp and her Associates helped me through the probate and estate planning process during one of the worst times of my life. I highly recommend them as one of the best Probate and Estate Planning Law Firms.- Denver C.
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Kevin Murphy is a reliable lawyer. He understands the law and worked diligently on my case. I felt comfortable with decisions that were made, and Kevin always kept me updated on a regular basis. He responded promptly to my calls and emails; and he made me feel comfortable and secure during a child custody process that is, in most cases, stressful. I would definitely recommend Kevin Murphy for all Family and child custody cases.- Havilah
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After the passing of my mother I was more than lost as to how to close her bank accounts and settle her small estate. Krista Beauchamp was a joy to work with! She took her time to speak with me and tell me how best to proceed. It was a weight lifted off my shoulders. Thank you again Krista!- Charmaine B.
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Krista is a fabulous human and a lawyer. Very helpful and kind, I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for Will/Estate planning and beyond! Highly recommend!- Prerna K.
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They were very professional and more than willing to listen to exactly what I am looking for and were very clear about the steps I needed to take!- Maggie D.
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Michael Cheroutes, Jr. negotiated a “Miracle ” settlement for me with exceptional skill and instinct. I am beyond thrilled with the outcome of my divorce and I highly recommend Michael to negotiate your divorce.
Michael was willing to really listen to me:
I had spoken to dozens of attorneys and had even hired a divorce firm, before I was referred to Michael, but they all failed to put in the initial time and energy into fully understanding and comprehending what I was saying about my case. Great lawyers know the value of listening and Michael put in the energy and passion up front, at our initial consultation, that allowed him to extract and analyze the relevant facts he needed to recommend a plan.
Michael knows the Law and is a stellar communicator:
Great lawyers don’t allow their clients to go down expensive rabbit holes. Michael explained clearly what will work and what I needed to focus on. His guidance allowed me to identify what documents and evidence I needed to collect to assist him with my case while saving me money. Michael’s communication with the opposing counsel was genius; he ignored the counsel’s reputation and my dire warnings about him and developed his own professional, strategic and healthy skeptical relationship with him that paid off handsomely for me in the end.
Michael is smart and creative:
Great Lawyers use their knowledge and creativity to craft solutions that I never even realized were possible. Michael approached my case and new information with an open mind and tailored creative solutions to any and all obstacles despite me telling him that my prior attorney said this or that couldn’t be done. We hit one big, tall, unbreakable brick wall and I was in despair what to do. Michael used perfect judgement in determining that the Wall was not worth climbing but instead used it as a negotiating tool where it mattered most and served me best.
Michael is a Great negotiator:
When it came time for mediation Michael helped me prepare and talked with me at length about what to expect which calmed me. Michael summed up my case to the mediator with stunning accuracy and compassion. He had developed a legal and moral argument of why my offer was truly the only fair and equitable outcome. It was remarkable to witness and moved me to tears to realize not only had Michael been listening to me all along but that he really believed in my case and that it mattered to him enough to be well prepared and organized when it was crunch time. The mediator agreed with his argument and I assume she helped opposing counsel agree as well because I received more then I dreamed was possible on the first offer. I was elated with the results and the papers were signed that day!
Great lawyers know how how to prepare effective, clear and well-reasoned legal documents:
As awesome as mediation went I had no idea how important the “boiler plate” legal document, memorializing our agreement was going to be. The first draft written by opposing counsel depressed me and I truly didn’t feel comfortable signing it - there were way too many “what if’s” left out. I expressed my concerns to Michael who told me not to worry and that he still had to review it. The next version, which Michael edited, was effective, clear and well reasoned and addressed every one of my concerns eliminating all my “what if’s”.
A Great Lawyer assembles a great team around him:
Michael and his para-legal Laura, were proactive and in constant communications keeping me updated and informed. I was so grateful to have such a caring and knowledgeable team assisting me during one of the most difficult and dark times in my life. Their passion for serving others was contagious and refreshing. Michael and Laura’s commitment to making things a “little bit better for me” have and will make a dramatic and positive impact on the rest of my life.- Cassandra