Hartford Collaborative Divorce Attorneys

Taking a Comprehensive, Personalized Approach to Divorce

Contested divorces require spouses to expend a lot of emotion, time and money, and most often result in a judge's decision that does not truly reflect the needs of all parties involved. If you would like more control over the outcome of your divorce, and if you believe you can work collaboratively with your spouse during the divorce process and beyond, then we may have the right solution for you.

At Stanger & Arnold, LLC, our Hartford collaborative divorce lawyers provide divorcing spouses with the opportunity to work together to create a divorce agreement that best captures the needs and wants of each party. With many years of combined legal experience, we understand what it takes to create a comprehensive agreement that will stand the test of time. And with training and experience in collaborative law, we have the knowledge required to make this process work for you.

How the Collaborative Divorce Process Works

The collaborative divorce process is a form of alternative dispute resolution, much like mediation. It involves each party and each party's attorney meeting together with each party given an opportunity to express their needs, fears and expectations. It is built upon the belief that if the time is spent together hearing and listening the conflicts can be limited, and creative solutions can be found. We also bring in as many professionals as needed to assist with any challenges, such as property division or child custody arrangements. Such professionals can include:

• Accountants and other finance professionals
• Child psychologists or other child experts
• Mental health professionals
• Divorce coaches

Overall, this process is meant to provide you and your spouse with the support and resources you need to help you come through the divorce process without requiring any time in court. This process can also be fundamental in helping parents remain cordial with one another for the benefit of their children. The goal is that when your child invites you and his other parent to his or her wedding, there will be no tensions, no fighting and no animosity.

Why We Support the Collaborative Divorce Process

Our family law attorneys firmly believe in building strong relationships with each client. The collaborative process allows us to create and maintain a foundation for a long-lasting relationship. We also believe the collaborative divorce process provides the parties with the ability to find ways to work together now and in the future, enabling them to create an agreement that will fit both parties' needs.

In addition to his practice, attorney Bruce Stanger is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP). For more information on the collaborative law process, visit the IACP web site.

Call a West Hartford Family Law Collaborative Attorney

At our Hartford law firm, we represent clients throughout Connecticut who would like to use the collaborative divorce process to resolve their disputes. Contact a family law attorney at Stanger & Arnold, LLC, today by calling 860-561-0651 to schedule your consultation.