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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....
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...
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...
Domestic Violence and Collaborative Practice
By Rita Davie at HD Collaborative Law In Spring 2018, our Waterloo Region Collaborative Practice Group undertook three full days of excellent training in domestic or intimate partner violence (IPV) screening for collaborative practitioners. We did this to improve our...
Family Law: Asking About Child Custody
As a parent, nothing makes you more keenly aware of your decisions as your children. Not only do you need to keep these special members of your family safe, but you also want to minimize the impact of negativity at all costs. Unfortunately, throughout life there will...
CONFESSIONS OF A DIVORCE LAWYER: The Cost of Anger, Part 2
By Debbie Hoffman at HD Collaborative Law In Part 1, we discussed how the cost of separation and divorce can be reduced by implementing “the rule of non-engagement”. Engaging in your ex’s anger or indulging your own will cost you money with every harsh word,...
Collaboration > Litigation Vol. 1
By Rita Davie at HD Collaborative Law As collaborative lawyers, we have a tendency to rattle on about the emotional, financial and time costs of litigation. You have caught on to our ploy; we want you choosing us as your lawyers, not the litigator down the street. If...
How Soon Should You Seek Legal Advice for a Divorce?
Every spousal situation is unique, and sometimes determining when you should seek legal advice when you and your spouse are considering divorce can be daunting. Not only does speaking with a lawyer often make things seem more official, but it also opens the door to...
CONFESSIONS OF A DIVORCE LAWYER: The Cost of Anger, Part 1
By Debbie Hoffman at HD Collaborative Law I know you’ve heard it before. When you separate from your spouse, you go through a grieving process. You go through stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and (finally) acceptance. The grief you experience during a...
What is a Co-Habitation Agreement, and Do I Need One?
By Rita Davie at HD Collaborative Law A co-habitation agreement is a contract you enter into with someone you are living with or are planning to live with, usually in a common law relationship, that outlines your mutual expectations for what will happen if your...
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Collaborative Divorce Waterloo Region is a proud member of the Ontario Association of Collaborative Professionals, which acts as a central resource for 18 different collaborative practice groups in Ontario. Visit their website for plenty of useful information on collaborative law, including access to a short video about the support offered to you through a collaborative approach.
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Ultimately, our goal at Collaborative Divorce Waterloo Region is to protect the dignity and long-term interests of all family members and help you move forward with your life after separation. Contact any of our members to learn more about our services and how we can assist you using collaborative family practice.
