Can you really have a civilized divorce? Ending a marriage is always difficult, but it need not be defined by financial or emotional conflict. Avoid huge legal bills and jockeying lawyers while protecting your kids -- turn to Divorce Without Court for help.
The book guides you through a negotiated divorce, using divorce mediation, or a new approach called "collaborative divorce." Encouraging and straightforward, Divorce Without Court explains:
- how mediation works
- how collaborative divorce works
- how to use either to end a marriage
- how to maximize opportunities for settlement
- how to get an agreement in writing
- how to find and use advisors
Divorce Without Court provides the latest resources, contact information for state offices, national and regional organizations, and clear examples of what you can expect. This edition has been revised to reflect the most current trends in mediation, collaborative practice, and divorce law.
“Finally—a realistic and balanced approach to getting divorced without costly court battles. This accessible book takes divorcing couples through the entire process.” - Gary Friedman, Author of a Guide to Divorce Mediation
“A person considering divorce could not have a more valuable resource than Divorce Without Court. A comprehensive step-by-step guide through the process for people who want to avoid the expense and damage of litigation.” - Chip Rose, Author of Collaborative Family Law Practice