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Particularly in today’s struggling economy, people are conscious of every dollar they spend. Some people are trying to save on legal fees by taking a do-it-yourself approach to the law. The use of do-it-yourself legal documents such as a Living Will, Medical Power of Attorney or Promissory Note to handle highly standardized legal matters of limited scope can be effective. But where complex legal matters like divorce are concerned, you could wind up shooting yourself in the foot. Lack of legal knowledge and experience can result in unnecessary and expensive court delays, incorrect paperwork, missed deadlines, improperly filed documents — in effect, a mess. There’s a reason people say only a fool hires himself as an attorney.
There is a smart alternative for those who don’t want an expensive litigious divorce that drags through the courts. Collaborative divorce allows couples to settle out of court but with the benefit and assistance of an attorney trained in collaborative law. Collaborative divorce encourages mature, cooperative, non-combative behavior with the goal being a mutually agreeable settlement. For many, collaborative divorce allows both parties to dissolve their marriage while maintaining respect for each other and ongoing communication. Where children are involved, collaborative divorce allows them to benefit from the continued emotional and financial support of both parents.
To find out more about collaborative divorce, visit Michael Mastracci’s website.
