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It is possible to achieve a settlement that best meets the specific needs of both parties and their children without the underlying threat of litigation.Despite the best intentions, many marriages come to an end and spouses go their separate ways. There are different paths toward divorce. The Collaborative route offers couples a respectful, dignified approach that preserves rather than destroys. Find a Collaborative ProfessionalStudies show that in addition to significantly lowering the expenses incurred by divorcing couples, Collaborative Divorce helps protect assets for the families when funds are needed to establish two households. Most importantly, when executed as agreed upon by divorcing individuals and their attorneys, a collaborative settlement is reached faster than other forms of negotiation and greatly reduces the emotional trauma families experience during a divorce, especially for the children. As a marriage ends, Collaborative Divorce sets a new direction for the future. For more information, visit the event webpage HERE!Racial Equity Media ClubFor some time, the NYACP has been engaged in ongoing conversations about how to support anti-racist work and broaden knowledge and representation within our membership. In 2023, we launched the Racial Equity Committee to facilitate different avenues to increase awareness on issues surrounding racial equity and justice. Aside from providing ongoing training programs and discussions for the NYACP membership, the Racial Equity Media Club was created. Click Here for more information on how to get involved. Get to Know NYACP Members via the Video Series: Collaborative Chats!Our Collaborative Chat series, hosted by NYACP Vice President, Melissa Goodstein, continues with NYACP Member Adam Halper! To meet other NYACP members through our Collaborative Chats, click HERE
RENEW FOR 2023 NOWMEMBERSHIP INFORMATION & BENEFITSWhat is a Collaborative Divorce Team?
The Collaborative team is a group of professionals, each skilled in their own area of expertise, working for the benefit of the clients and the clients’ family. It is not unlike a medical team in which different specialists focus on the care and health needs of the patient. Continue ReadingChoosing a Collaborative Divorce Professional
Choosing a Collaborative professional is an important decision. The right professional will guide you through the Collaborative process in such a way that you fully benefit from all that makes it different from traditional divorce. Continue Reading |