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Columbus, OH 614-360-2942
New Albany, OH 614-721-7726
Toll Free   888-641-0805

Columbus, OH 614-360-2942
New Albany, OH 614-721-7726
Toll Free   888-641-0805

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Creating a strong co-parenting relationship during a divorce

Experiencing a divorce can be challenging and emotionally exhausting for any couple, especially as parents. In spite of the emotional turmoil, it is crucial for parents to maintain a healthy relationship for the sake of their children. This is where the concept of...

The benefits of adopting your stepchild

Many Ohio residents choose to adopt to start or expand their family. If you have gotten married and your spouse has a child from a previous relationship, you might consider adopting your stepchild. These are some benefits of stepparent adoption. Adopting your...

Can you refuse visitation if the co-parent arrives intoxicated?

Navigating a shared custody plan with a co-parent who struggles with substance abuse poses unique challenges. For example, how do you respond when they arrive to pick up the children for their parenting time but you can tell that they have been drinking? There are...

3 tips for summer vacation and shared custody

Now that spring has arrived, planning for a fun summer vacation starts. If you have shared custody of your children, planning ahead holds even more importance. To help your children have a positive memorable summer, consider these three tips. 1. Check your parenting...

How to prepare for a divorce

Divorce can be a scary prospect for Ohio residents. However, preparation can help alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty that come with it. Taking the right steps in preparing for divorce will get you through this difficult time. Understanding the law The first...

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Finding An Equitable Divorce Resolution Through Collaborative Law

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At Amy M. Levine & Associates in Columbus, we focus on helping clients throughout Franklin County protect their interests during divorce and other family law matters. Sometimes, this means fighting for them in court, but often both parties benefit from a more measured, collaborative approach. In the collaborative process, both parties sit down with their attorneys and other professionals, including financial experts and psychologists, to resolve key issues together.

Why Collaborative Divorce?

Collaborative law in divorce cases focuses on reaching solutions rather than having a winner and a loser. In the traditional adversarial process, each party’s lawyer focuses on winning and advancing their client’s interests exclusively. The collaborative process, however, requires parties to exchange information openly and honestly. Their attorneys focus on helping them reach an amicable agreement that is acceptable, if not completely optimal, to both parties. If no agreement is reached, different attorneys must represent the parties in litigation.

Collaborative divorces are often less expensive, time-consuming and stressful than traditional divorce litigation. Divorce litigation can take years to conclude, consisting of a lengthy discovery process and often multiple motions before trial. In contrast, most collaborative proceedings are resolved in just a few meetings. Both parties can save thousands of dollars in attorney fees by choosing to take a collaborative route.

Divorce is hard on children no matter what, but making a commitment to collaboration can help ease the stress on them.

Take The First Step Toward A Collaborative Divorce. Call For A Consultation.

If you are considering a collaborative approach to divorce, our lawyers can guide you through the process and answer your questions. Please contact our Columbus, Ohio, office at 614-360-2942 .

Family Law

Amy M. Levine
View Profile

Our Latest Blog Posts

Creating a strong co-parenting relationship during a divorce

Experiencing a divorce can be challenging and emotionally exhausting for any couple, especially as parents. In spite of the emotional turmoil, it is crucial for parents to maintain a healthy relationship for the sake of their children. This is where the concept of...

The benefits of adopting your stepchild

Many Ohio residents choose to adopt to start or expand their family. If you have gotten married and your spouse has a child from a previous relationship, you might consider adopting your stepchild. These are some benefits of stepparent adoption. Adopting your...

Can you refuse visitation if the co-parent arrives intoxicated?

Navigating a shared custody plan with a co-parent who struggles with substance abuse poses unique challenges. For example, how do you respond when they arrive to pick up the children for their parenting time but you can tell that they have been drinking? There are...

3 tips for summer vacation and shared custody

Now that spring has arrived, planning for a fun summer vacation starts. If you have shared custody of your children, planning ahead holds even more importance. To help your children have a positive memorable summer, consider these three tips. 1. Check your parenting...

How to prepare for a divorce

Divorce can be a scary prospect for Ohio residents. However, preparation can help alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty that come with it. Taking the right steps in preparing for divorce will get you through this difficult time. Understanding the law The first...

Visit Our Blog

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