It’s no secret that litigation costs a lot of money. The sheer volume of hours your attorney spends preparing for court appearances and arguing in court can add up to a significant expense, often in the tens of thousands of dollars, in addition to the hefty court fees. If a couple is reasonably able to…
Collaborative Law is a different approach to divorce. Couples seeking to stay at the negotiating table without involving the courts are often drawn to this relatively new method of traversing the divorce process. Below is a description of how Collaborative Law works, which I’ve reprinted from the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals website, to encourage…
The “Collaborative Law Act,” which would amend Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of Pennsylvania statutes, is currently searching for a sponsor in the state legislature. The Act has been endorsed by the Pennsylvania Bar Association, but still needs a state legislator to introduce it in Harrisburg. While it is legal to practice Collaborative Law…