An organization of attorneys and allied professionals (including mental health professionals, mediators, and financial professionals) that develop, practice and educate the public about collaborative, non-adversarial methods to help people resolve disputes without litigation.
We are a group of collaborative law professionals who are dedicated to resolving family disputes without going to court. Divorce creates incredible emotional and financial strain. When partners dissolve their relationship in court, the cost to the parties and their children is enormous.
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Our practice group offers a way to resolve the issues raised during divorce in a collaborative way--where the couple and their lawyers pledge to settle their disputes without going to court. Other professionals such as Child, Financial, and Vocational Specialists, and Divorce Coaches/Facilitators are utilized to help the process move forward in a way that reduces conflict and creates a smooth transition for all those who are affected by the divorce. Clickhereto learn more.
In order to be included on our Referral List, you need to:
• be a member in good standing with your professional organization (attorney, mental health, financial etc.) or certifying board
• where available, maintain professional liability insurance coverage
• have attended at least 30 hours of basic mediation training
• have attended a basic course in collaborative law training (12 hours)
• agree to adhere to the principles and guidelines of collaborative law as adopted by the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. IACP Principles and Guidelines
If you are interested in being on our referral list, contact us.
Our collaborative law practice group offers a way to resolve the issues raised during divorce in a collaborative way--where the couple and their lawyers pledge to settle their disputes without going to court. Other professionals such as Child Specialists, Financial Specialists, Vocational Specialista and Divorce Coaches/Facilitators are utilized to help the process move forward in a way that reduces conflict and creates a smooth transition for all those who are affected by the divorce.
Membership is open to all interested attorneys and allied professionals. Simply attend our meetings held the second Friday of every month. We meet the second Friday of every month at noon at the law offices of Hanis Irvine Prothero at:
6703 S 234th, Kent, WA 98032 in Kent. For questions call Sara Wahl at (253) 520-5000.
Collaborative law is a new way to resolve disputes taking the disputed matter from the litigious court room setting and moving it to the negotiating table. The goal is to create a win-win resolution.
As part of the collaborative law method, both sides retain separate attorneys whose job it is to help them settle the dispute. Going to court is not an option. If the collaborative process should break down, both attorneys are disqualified from any further involvement in the case.
Everyone involved in the process signs a contract in which they agree to disclose all documents relating to the issues; act in good faith; show respect for the other side and their points of view; insulate the children from the proceedings in order to minimize the impact of the conflict on them; share experts information and costs; solve the conflict outside of court.
Collaborative divorce is typically more cost-effective than litigation because cases are more likely to settle out of court. Because you and your spouse will learn to work out details in a collaborative way, you will learn the skills that will keep you out of court. The process is an investment in peace of mind and skill building for you, your spouse and your children for now and in the future.
The ending of a relationship puts the family into emotional turmoil.
The Collaborative law process recognizes that psychological issues exist that cannot be addressed by the legal system and specifically addresses these issues by bringing them to the forefront and using professionals such as a child specialist, a divorce coach, and a financial specialist as part of team approach to find solutions and support the family through the change process.
Collaborative Law uses a team approach to give families better support and guidance as they navigate through the divorce process, leaving a legacy of peace.
Collaborative team members include collaborative lawyers, divorce coaches and child specialists, and may also include financial specialists, mediators and real estate professionals.
I want to maintain a tone of respect even if we disagree
I want to protect my children as much as possible from the effects of divorce
I want to maintain control of the process and decisions rather than giving that power to the courts.
I want to work with my soon- to-be-ex spouse with good will.
I believe that working creatively and cooperatively together can resolve issues
I want to leave my marriage with the communication skills and good will needed to create a good co-parenting relationship for the sake of the children.
The collaborative model uses a team of two attorneys with the option of adding divorce coaches, a child specialist and a financial specialist if needed. Together the team helps the couple craft the parenting plan and financial settlement in a fair and respectful way so that relationships of goodwill are preserved, children are given a voice in the process, and the divorce stays out of court.
If you'd like more information, please send us an email and we'll respond promptly.
Also please check the "How to find a professional" section at the bottom of this page to contact someone directly.
Virginia Amis
Gouras & Amis, PLLC
(253) 395-5552
virginiaamis_seattle-divorce.com
www.seattle-divorce.com
Cornelia Clark
Law Office of Cornelia Clark
(425)282-0487
corneliaclark_seanet.com
www.familycolablaw.com
Michael Ditchik
Law Office of Michael Ditchik
(253) 398-2600
mike_ditchiklawoffice.com
www.ditchiklawoffice.com
Sara Wahl
20415 72nd Ave S. Suite 270
(253) 398-2000
sara_wahllaw.com
www.wahllaw.com
Camille Schaefer
Carol Bailey & Associates, PLLC
(206) 859-6800
CSchaefer_integrativefamilylaw.com
www.integrativefamilylaw.com
Maria Victoria, Lawyer / Abogada
Peaceful Agreements / Acuerdos de Paz
12835 Newcastle Way, Suite 201
Newcastle WA 98056
(425) 890-7293
maria_peacefulagreements.com
www.peacefulagreements.com
Marty Hawkins
Samaritan Center of Puget Sound
(253) 839-4545
mhawkins_samaritanps.org
Peggy Morgan
(206) 824-7221
Pegmorgan2_comcast.net
Wendy Rawlings
(253) 661-0181
wendyrawlings_gmail.com
www.wendyrawlings.com
Joseph A. Losi
MA, LMFTA
(206)595-2577
joseph_josephlosi.com
www.josephlosi.com
Jack Mahler
(206) 371-9972
je62mahler_hotmail.com
MA, ABS
pegmorgan2_comcast.net
Catherine Schatzel
Compassionate Resolutions
(206)369-1239
Cschatzel_aol.com
Sandy Voit, LMHC, CDFA
(206) 890-1174
sandyvoit_gmail.com
www.tangiblesolution.net
Jennie Bouska-Coddington, CMPS, CDPP
Certified Divorce Planner
(206) 498-8761
jbouskacoddington_gmail.com
www.jenniebouskacoddington.com
Jeff McGinnis
Wallick & Volk
(206)283-5626
Jeff.McGinnis_wvmb.com
www.McGinnisMortgage.com
If you’d like more information, we suggest that you talk to a Collaborative lawyer, divorce coach, child specialist, financial professional, mediator, or vocational specialist about your situation to help you make the decision.
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