The earlier this is done the more chance there is for the other party to be oriented toward a settlement approach. If settlement is the aim then a collaborative lawyer can be a coach to guide you through that process or any other alternate dispute resolution approach, such as meditation. No matter what settlement approach is chosen, a collaborative lawyer can be a valuable ally. It was started in 1990 in the Twin Cities' area with an initial group of four family-law lawyers. At the present we have nearly 40 family-law practitioners as members of the Institute.
Collaborative law is a simple concept.
Collaborative law is aprofound concept. We're pleased that Collaborative Law is alive and well in Minnesota.