To choose a Collaborative Team in Missouri for a legal matter like divorce, you’ll want to follow these steps:
- Understand the Collaborative Process: Ensure you’re familiar with collaborative law, which aims to resolve disputes without going to court.
- Find Collaborative Professionals: Look for attorneys, mental health professionals, and financial experts trained in collaborative practice. You can start by checking:
- The St. Louis Collaborative Family Law Association
- Local bar associations
- Recommendations from trusted sources
- Select a Collaborative Attorney: Choose a lawyer trained in collaborative law who you feel comfortable working with.
- Choose Other Team Members: Depending on your case, you may need:
- A financial neutral (e.g., accountant or financial planner)
- A mental health professional (as a coach or child specialist)
- Other specialists as required
- Consider Experience: Look for professionals experienced in collaborative practice and familiar with Missouri law.
- Interview Potential Team Members: Meet with potential team members to assess their approach and compatibility.
- Discuss Fees: Understand the cost structure for each team member.
- Ensure Commitment: All team members should be committed to the collaborative process.
- Coordinate with Your Spouse: Both parties need to agree on the collaborative approach and team selection.
At Raza Family Law Solutions, we practice family law effectively guiding clients through prenuptial and post nuptial agreements, dissolution of marriage, modifications of prior judgments, and resolving child custody disputes. We also help families take a different approach to divorce with mediation and collaborative work. Contact us for a consultation at (314) 408-5957.
