Would Your Spouse be a Good Ex?
By Rita Davie at HD Collaborative Law My work as a family law lawyer has led me to pay attention to how others around me deal with disagreements in different contexts. One of the things I’ve observed is that people will generally follow a consistent conflict style. Some people consistently blame... Read More
Uncontested Divorce: What it Doesn’t Mean
When you and your spouse are considering a divorce, but you have come to the conclusion together, you may like to know that there are options for you besides getting a lawyer and going to court. In fact, an uncontested divorce can be a great option for many couples who want to create a mutually... Read More
Separating and Don’t Understand Your Finances? Now What?
By Debbie Hoffman at HD Collaborative Law So, you came home today, walked through the front door, and your spouse blurted out “I want a divorce.” Wow. You hadn’t even had the chance to take off your coat. And now you’ve been up all night, unable to sleep, fretting about money. Your mind is going... Read More
Domestic Violence and Collaborative Practice
By Rita Davie at HD Collaborative Law In Spring 2018, our Waterloo Region Collaborative Practice Group (Best4All) undertook three full days of excellent training in domestic or intimate partner violence (IPV) screening for collaborative practitioners. We did this to improve our skills in... Read More