In keeping with our firm’s philosophy that the best resolution of a divorce or other family law matter is an amicable resolution, the Law Office of Cindy S. Vova, P.A. endorses using collaborative law in settling cases. In concept of "Collaborative Law" began in the 1980's in Wisconsin as an alternative method to the traditional divorce trial. The process seeks to circumvent the typical adversarial aspects of divorce, and uses an integrated and cooperative approach to resolve cases.

The collaborative law process seeks to circumvent the typical adversarial aspects of divorce, and use an integrated and cooperative approach to resolve cases. The process begins by the parties and their respective counsel signing a Participation Agreement that both they and their respective counsel agree to work together toward an amicable and fair resolution. During the process no court case is filed, and therefore, there are no deposition and no court hearings.

All procedures are done through mutual cooperation, including agreements to voluntarily produce all necessary documents. When experts such as appraisers, accountants or psychologists are needed, the parties, with the assistance of counsel, select one professional who, in keeping with the collaborative philosophy, works with both parties in resolving the case. During the process, the parties and their respective attorneys also work together toward a resolution. Parties who chose the collaborative process understand that working together with a common goal to reduce animosity, expedite resolution and contain costs is truly the best method. Once a resolution is reached, then only one uncontested hearing is required before the Court.

During your initial consultation, our firm helps you evaluate whether the collaborative process is suited for your particular case. Cindy Vova joined the Collaborative Family Lawyers of South Florida, Inc. in 2005. To learn more about the Collaborative process, check out the organization’s website at: www.collaborativefamilylawfl.com, and contact our firm.