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What You Should Know About Collaborative Divorce

March 27, 2024

In a Collaborative Divorce, the couple’s or family’s needs are kept at the forefront of all proceedings. With an experienced team behind you, like Hugh F. O’Donnell Family Law in…

Benefits of Collaborative Divorce for Families

February 28, 2024

Collaborative divorce has many benefits and is suitable for divorces when children are involved. A collaborative divorce is a peaceful solution to an otherwise traditionally court-litigated divorce. Because of its…

Is Collaborative Divorce the Same as Mediation?

January 24, 2024

Collaborative divorce and mediation are alternative dispute resolution methods used in divorce, but they are distinct processes with some key differences. A collaborative divorce is a process in which divorcing…

How Does Divorce Mediation Work in Missouri?

January 10, 2024

Divorce mediation in Missouri, like in many other states, is a process where a neutral third party, the mediator, helps the divorcing couple reach agreements on various issues related to…

How Does a Collaborative Divorce Work?

December 27, 2023

Collaborative divorce is a process that allows couples to resolve their divorce outside of court in a cooperative and non-adversarial manner. The collaborative divorce process benefits couples seeking to end…

Advantages of Divorce Mediation over Divorce Litigation

December 13, 2023

Divorce mediation might be a better solution than litigation, as litigation can be complex for families. Divorce mediation is better than going to court if all parties involved are willing…

What to Expect in Divorce Mediation

November 8, 2023

Divorce mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that aims to help couples going through a divorce or separation to reach agreements on various issues without going to court.…

What Makes for a Successful Divorce Mediation?

October 11, 2023

Divorce mediation is an opportunity for couples to resolve their divorce needs outside of the courtroom. Finding common ground rather than fighting each other through divorce mediation allows you and…

What is the Divorce Mediation Process?

September 13, 2023

The divorce mediation process is the way to go if you want to avoid being in a courtroom or paying extra fees. The Missouri Supreme Court defines divorce mediation as…

What Does Collaborative Divorce Mean?

June 28, 2023

Collaborative divorce is a peaceable divorce solution to an otherwise traditionally court-litigated divorce. The collaborative divorce process benefits couples seeking to end their marriages with a positive, teamwork approach. In…