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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

The Changing Face of Family Law


There is a phenomenon sweeping across North America and other parts of the world in the practice area of Family Law. It is Collaborative Law. You may have heard of it, if not, you will.

Collaborative family law is a rapidly growing trend in North America and around the world. The concept emerged from a lawyer in Minnesota, Stu Webb, who wanted to focus his efforts on a peaceful resolution through negotiation with open, honest and respectful dialogue. And the concept of Collaborative Law was born.

Over the years it has matured and many families have remained connected even though the marriage dissolved. Studies have shown that this practice has significantly reduced the negative effects on the children of the marriage, has maintained respectful relationships between the opposing parties, has allowed the parents to remain parenting together for life, and typically is less expensive than a traditional, adversarial divorce.

Collaborative law is also used in other areas of law such as settling business issues, employment issues, and many others. However, the vast percentage of collaborative law cases is in the family practice.

The family at Thibault Jones understands divorce and the drastic negative impact it has on all parties for years. Our goal is to ensure that dynamics remain positive and productive during, and after, the finalization of a relationship.

When children are involved, the paramount concern for us is to protect the children from the harsh and cruel realities that family breakdown create. Most of the negative impact results from acrimonious and disrespectful negotiations and court battles between the very parents that love them dearly. During the height of the emotional battle that rages, many times very loving and caring parents lose sight of the effects their actions have on their children. They are occupied trying to resolve their own emotional breakdown. There is no question that marital breakdown has devastating effects on all the parties. It is our desire and focus to work through their legal differences as respectfully and peacefully as possible. We also strive to see the parties remain parents for life and work together in the best way they can.

We will continue to discuss the different aspects of collaborative and family law here on our blog. If this topic interests you, please follow us as we explore the great benefits collaborative law offers.

We will see you soon....

TJ

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