Putting the Power in Your Hands
There is a better way to divorce than the incessant court dates, arguments, and overwhelming stress you often hear about. One of the ways to avoid all that—or at least minimize the time you spend in court—is to engage in a collaborative divorce.
A collaborative divorce is one way to resolve a divorcing couple’s disputes without going to court. In a Texas collaborative divorce, both spouses hire an attorney. Once each spouse has legal counsel, all parties will meet for the purpose of coming to an agreement on divorce-related matters. You have the benefit of competent and experienced legal counsel without the formalities and higher costs associated with litigation.
Collaborative Divorce is NOT Mediation
In Texas, collaborative divorce is not the same process as a mediated divorce. Attorney Tycha Kimbrough does handle family law mediations, which is also often a good alternative to a litigated divorce. However, unlike mediation, collaborative divorce does not involve a neutral third party (mediator) to come to a settlement.
Despite the key differences, collaborative divorce shares these benefits with mediation:
- Lower costs than a litigated divorce;
- Less time needed to finalize the divorce;
- Discussions and intimate matters are kept private;
- Fewer opportunities for stress and contention; and
- A better chance of having an amicable post-divorce relationship.
Collaborative Divorce is Not For Everyone
For a collaborative divorce to work, each spouse must be willing to sit down in a room with the other spouse and help foster a collaborative environment. If you cannot stand the sight of your spouse, the collaborative process might not be for you. In other cases, collaborative divorce is not the best route for Texas couples because of domestic violence, substance abuse, or other serious criminal allegations.
If you’re in need of legal advice, contact Tycha Kimbrough at Kimbrough Legal, PLLC today.
