5 Reasons to Stay Out of Court

May 18, 2020

As a retired Superior Court Family Law Commissioner, I firmly believe that if you can find a way to stay out of court, do so for the following reasons: Time Constraints – The Family Court system is underfunded and understaffed.  Even a relatively simple case can...

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Feb 1, 2020

Collaborative Practice North Bay is a group of independent Bay Area professionals committed to resolving conflicts without court battles or power struggles.

Understanding Divorce Coaching

Jan 27, 2020

Understanding Divorce Coaching What is a Divorce Coach? A Collaborative Divorce Coach is a licensed mental health professional who has experience in issues related to separation, divorce and remarriage. The coach has training and expertise in family dynamics,...

How to Choose a Collaborative Professional

Dec 18, 2019

How to Choose a Collaborative Professional Inasmuch as divorce is a legal process, each client will need to have – and is free to choose – his or her own Collaborative Attorney.  Attorneys who are qualified members of Collaborative Practice groups have committed to...

Frequently Asked Questions

Nov 21, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions Are Collaborative Divorce and the Divorce Options program appropriate for same-sex couples, either married or in registered domestic partnerships in California? Collaborative Practice is a natural fit for LGBTQ+ families, who face all of the...