An alternative to divorce litigation focused on resolution, not conflict
Collaborative Law
Collaborative law is a form of alternative dispute resolution designed for individuals and families who want to resolve divorce and separation matters outside of court.
Rather than defaulting to litigation, the collaborative process brings both parties and their attorneys together with a shared commitment to reach a mutually acceptable, durable resolution without escalating conflict.
Collaborative law is particularly
well-suited for:
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Divorce and separation where both parties are open to resolution
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Families with children who will continue co-parenting
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Marriages involving businesses or complex financial structures
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Individuals who want to stay out of court whenever possible
What Collaborative Law Is
What Collaborative Law Is Not
What Collaborative Law Is Not
In a collaborative matter, each party works with an attorney trained in collaborative practice. Everyone commits, in writing, to resolving the matter without going to court.
That commitment changes the tone of the process. Conversations are more constructive. Information is shared transparently. Decisions are made deliberately, with support from the right professionals when needed.
Collaborative law includes:
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Attorneys trained in collaborative practice
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Financial professionals when assets or businesses are involved
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Mental health or divorce coaches to support communication and decision-making
The focus stays on problem-solving, not positioning.
Collaborative law is not about avoiding hard conversations or giving up your legal rights.
It does not mean:
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Being passive or unprotected
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Rushing to agreement
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Sacrificing financial or parental interests
Instead, it allows space to address difficult issues thoughtfully, with legal guidance every step of the way.
Why Clients Choose a Collaborative Approach
Clients often pursue collaborative law because they want:
Active participation in problem solving
Greater privacy than traditional litigation
Less emotional and financial strain
Solutions that consider long-term family dynamics
A process that prioritizes communication over conflict
For many families, it offers a way to move forward without burning bridges, especially when ongoing relationships matter.
Our Role in the Collaborative Process
Collaborative family law at Liberty Mark Law is led by Liberty J. Weyandt, a trained collaborative practitioner who brings both empathy and legal rigor to the process.
Our role is to:
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Help you understand your rights and options clearly
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Prepare you for productive conversations
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Protect your financial and parental interests
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Guide the process toward workable, lasting agreements
We are steady advocates focused on outcomes that hold up beyond the moment.
