Need a Creative Solution?

Some people have very simple divorces which require no imagination.  They are able to utilize the standard guideline child support and visitation.  They split everything 50-50 and everyone is satisfied and ready to move on.

Other people don't fit into standard.  They need something different, up or down, for child support.  They may not like how the standard visitation schedule works in their case.  There may be some special financial concerns that require creativity.

If the "non-standard" people go to court, they will probably get a standard solution imposed on them.  Even if the other side will be a little flexible, that usually does not provide much relief because every court uses the "standard" solutions as the default position.

The "non-standard" people include a variety of parties who need special consideration for various reasons.

• There may be special circumstances, including financial issues, emotional problems and other things.
• Children in the case may need special visitation provisions for a variety of reasons, or a parent may need special visitation because of work, travel or other reasons.
• Extra support may be needed for medical reasons
• A party may need, but not qualify for, alimony
• Special schooling may be needed, and paid for.

So, how does Collaborative Law provide a more creative solution?

• We use neutral Mental Health Professionals and Financial Professionals who can help the parties brainstorm to find new options
• We sometimes will use a neutral Child Specialist to deal with difficult situations
• The Financial Professional can help us realistically assess future needs and future financial capabilities
• We can get neutral business and real estate appraisers
• We sometimes work with a mortgage specialist who is good at finding ways to reduce payments or get some cash out of a house
• If needed, we can use personal coaches or counselors for one or both parties
• The biggest reason is that we are not bound go standard solutions or guidelines.

Do you need more than you could realistically get in court or different solutions? If so, you should talk with a trained Collaborative Lawyer to find out if Collaborative Law would be a good fit for your case.