by Amy Wechsler | Nov 15, 2018 | Blog
New Jersey Council of Collaborative Practice Groups members, Melissa Fecak, Esq., Karen P. Sampson, Esq., APM, and Shireen B. Meistrich, LCSW, were recently guests on New Jersey Divorce Talk Radio where they discussed three areas they have identified as crucial to...
by Amy Wechsler | Oct 10, 2018 | Blog
by Sharon Klempner, MSW, LCSW, BCD Divorce is almost never easy, especially when children are involved. So many things need to be considered and resolved. Until 25 years ago, couples dissolving their relationship had no choice but to litigate, possibly going before a...
by Amy Wechsler | Mar 27, 2017 | Blog
Collaborative divorce has been referred to as a kinder and gentler way to untie the knot. And that is true. Collaborative practice offers divorcing couples the opportunity to divorce without the uncertainties that often accompany the adversarial process. It often...
by Amy Wechsler | Mar 15, 2017 | Blog
There are many reasons to consider collaborative law over traditional divorce. When both spouses are committed to the process, the advantages are many and the disadvantages are few. The benefits of collaborative divorce include control over the outcome, reduced...
by Amy Wechsler | Mar 2, 2017 | Blog
For those considering collaborative divorce, one of the first questions they often ask is, “How is working with a team of divorce professionals going to save money?” This is a common question because the collaborative process is a team approach. And to most...
by Amy Wechsler | Feb 27, 2017 | Blog
There are four key elements that form the foundation of the collaborative divorce process. Open Exchange of Information The hallmark of the collaborative process is the commitment to full transparency. At the beginning of the process, the parties agree in writing to...