Collaborative Law

Collaborative Law is an alternative to the traditional practice of adversarial divorce, family law litigation, and resolution of other domestic and civil disagreements through the legal process. Jim Ferro is a member of the Collaborative Law Alliance of New Hampshire and is trained to assist persons involved in such disputes to reach agreements which meet the needs of the parties without going to court.

Here's How It Works

  • Each party is represented by his/her own attorney trained in the collaborative practice methodology.
  • The parties and their attorneys sign an agreement in which they agree to try to resolve all issues outside of the court system.
  • In a series of meetings with all present, attempts are made to reach a negotiated agreement on all issues (financial, co-parenting, etc.).
    Child specialists, collaborative coaches, and financial professionals are available to assist.
  • If this method fails, both parties still have the ability to go the traditional route of adversarial divorce and court litigation with new attorneys.

Benefits

The breakdown of a relationship is always difficult. In a divorce, the dissolution of a civil union, or the breakup of domestic partnership, you each find yourself in a circumstance in which your best friend has become an adversary, and there is great potential for divisiveness and conflict. In the workplace, in the neighborhood, in business transactions, and in many other areas where disputes arise, it is better to reach a resolution with respect than with rancor. In all of these areas, there are many benefits to the collaborative approach:

  • Avoid the expensive and lengthy court and litigation process.
  • Retain a relationship of mutual respect while moving apart with dignity.
  • Reach a settlement that both parties are comfortable with.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, please contact James V. Ferro, Jr. at (603) 836-5400 or jim@ferrolawgroup.com.