It's not as good if one party overwhelms the other, or if one party has a far superior knowledge of finances, for example. Also, collaborative divorce may not be a good idea in cases where there is physical or emotional abuse. Finally, be careful to retain a lawyer who cares about the people, not just the case. Otherwise, the lawyer could end up pushing whichever party is weaker, just to get a resolution and stay in the case. For more on choosing lawyers or mediatiators in general, click here .
Italian court finds housekeeping can be key.
The trial court had ignored the sloppy house in making its judgment. But the appeal's court viewed the husband's photographs of a messy house and promptly issued a favorable award. They gave the husband sole possession of the home and reduced his maintenance payments. Therefore, it is a good idea to behave well in and out of court. Good behavior includes things like disclosing financial information, keeping your word on custody arrangements, and not badmouthing the other spouse to the children.