Our Family Law System – There is a better way
I often hear people say: “It’s cruel what the family law system does to people.’’ One of the most concerning features of family law is the absurd financial and emotional cost of going to court. [...]
Good health is everything
Everyone knows, now more than ever, that relationships affect our health and that court rooms do not promote positive relationships! With the greatest of respect to the Judges of the Family Court and Federal Circuit [...]
Interdisciplinary collaboration: ‘That must cost a lot’?
This is a question that is often asked when people are considering using interdisciplinary collaborative practice to help them reach agreements with their ex. After all you are engaging four professionals, each highly skilled [...]
How Collaborative Practice Benefits Children in Separation
How often do our clients come into our offices and tell us “all I want is what is best for my children”, and then we sadly observe their narrative or behaviour to be anything but [...]
What Really Matters to Separating couples?
What Really Matters to Separating couples? After years of working with individuals or couples going through separation, it has been interesting to reflect on their key concerns/issues. Fear of an acrimonious process Feeling overwhelmed and/or [...]
Separating? Why choose collaborative practice?
Separating? Why choose collaborative practice? Collaborative practice is a highly effective way of helping separating couples make their own decisions about their children and finances without resorting to litigation. Unlike court proceedings, collaboration encourages former [...]