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Is a dispute resolution process in which
lawyers, trained in the collaborative process, guide and support the
parties to resolve their outstanding issues in a mutually acceptable
settlement.
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Fosters respect between
the parties and understanding of their needs through communication
tools such as active listening and reframing.
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Encourages trust through
interest-based negotiations with full disclosure in a transparent
process.
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Uses professionals, such
as parenting coaches and financial planners, as resources to support
the parties in the resolution of their disputes.
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Requires a commitment by
all professionals to a collaborative solution evidenced by their
agreement to withdraw from the case if the parties must resort to
litigation.
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Helps parties to generate
options that may go beyond the legal model for dispute resolution.
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Encourages parties to
resolve future disputes by developing skills for communication and
issue resolution.
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