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The collaborative divorce process is an out of court option where you engage in non-confrontational, open discussions with your partner with the support of your own solicitors. All discussions take place around a table with your partner and their solicitor in a series of four-way meetings. Once an agreement is reached, it can be drawn up by way of a consent order, which is then sent to the Court for approval.
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The aim is to discuss settlement proposals in a calm and constructive setting. The collaborative process allows you to retain control of the decision-making about your future, but with the support and guidance of your solicitor. You and your partner must both be prepared to provide and exchange full and frank financial disclosure to facilitate discussions.
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You can decide how quickly or slowly you want to proceed because there is no court timetable imposed on the resolution of your situation. Both Julian Hunt and Sarah Phillips are trained collaborative lawyers who can help you achieve a mutually agreeable outcome in a non-confrontational way. As a general guide, most collaborative divorce cases can be settled within three to four round-table meetings.
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At the outset of the collaborative divorce process, you and your partner will be asked to sign a participation agreement. This document binds all those who sign it to co-operate in reaching a settlement without involving the court. It is important to note that the participation agreement makes it clear that should the collaborative process break down, neither collaborative solicitor will be able to continue to represent you and your partner in any contested future litigation.
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