When two people decide to get a divorce, they can engage in a collaborative effort. This practice entails a series of structured conversations that are guided by a neutral party to assist the divorcing couple in reaching decisions together. Our New York, NY collaborative law lawyer knows that the collaborative process is a great resource for those who have trouble expressing themselves in front of the other party, if there is an imbalance of power going on, or you simply are more comfortable having someone guide these conversations. If you have questions about collaborative divorce and how to get started, then please reach out to the Law Office of Daniel Clement today.
One of the key features of the collaborative process is that before starting, you and your partner sign an agreement stating that you have no intention to go to court. Furthermore, you are agreeing to hire a legal team if the process does not work and you end up in litigation. This arrangement can provide tremendous incentive to negotiate with your partner even if a conversation gets difficult. By knowing that this process is confidential, compared to going to court, it allows each side to be more honest, have accountability for wrongdoings, or discuss private issues that they may not have been comfortable doing in front of a judge. Unlike traditional litigation, the parties must cooperate together to resolve various issues related to divorce, such as property division, child custody, child support, visitation, and spousal support.
A collaborative divorce can be a useful alternative than going to court. This approach is better suited for couples who are in complicated situations or when there is a serious power imbalance between them. Our dedicated collaborative divorce attorney can help you focus on solving the tasks at hand and maintain a dignified relationship with the other person, which can be even more important if you have shared children that you have to parent together. Through a collaborative process, it helps you remain in control of what is happening and protects your confidentiality. The motivation of collaborative divorce is to problem solve together, rather than finding fault. If you want to know more about collaborative divorce, don’t hesitate to speak with our team at your earliest convenience.
Going through a divorce can be difficult enough. We understand that you may have a lot of concerns about what is to come and in what ways you can make the entire process that much easier for yourself. Collaborative divorce can be a great way for both parties to avoid court and keep their divorce a private matter. Our NYC collaborative divorce attorney can guide you along the way and make sure your best interests are protected. If your partner is willing to partake in collaborative divorce, then it is absoltely worth trying. To schedule an appointment, contact the Law Office of Daniel Clement as soon as you are available.
Very knowledgeable. Daniel made things much easier in my custody case. He helped me to prepare and with his recommendation we avoided going thru the pain of a trial.
Thanks a lot Daniel!
– Felipe R.
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“Daniel is a highly skilled professional whose experience and emotional support were key enable me navigate and successfully go through what can be a challenging and stressful process at times. I am very grateful for his prompt responsiveness always, his commitment to protecting my interests and efficiency at getting my divorce finalized. I definitely recommend.”
Thomas Sczyrba
Daniel Clement graduated from Brooklyn Law School and the State University of New York at Albany. With over 35 years of experience, he has been a member of the New York City Bar Association and the Matrimonial Committee. In addition, he has worked as an Arbitrator in the Small Claims Court of the City of New York.
Known for his straightforward yet savvy approach to law, he specializes in multiple areas of family law including divorce, how to protect assets in a divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, property division, maintenance/alimony, and high net worth divorce. Clients hire Daniel for the personal attention, hard work, street smarts, and excellent value he brings to each case.
An accomplished attorney, Daniel also lectures and writes for various publications, including a blog entitled the “New York Divorce Report” and has co-authored the book, “Onward and Upward: Guide to Getting Through New York Divorce and Family Law.”