How can I get a Collaborative case started? Contact a trained Collaborative Professional. You can search for a Collaborative Professional here. The professional will be able to assess whether Collaborative Practice is suitable for your situation and will be able to advise you about all your options and how the process works. My lawyer says she is collaborative. Can any lawyer offer me Collaborative Practice? No. While most professionals often describe the way they work as being collaborative or collegial, they may not be trained and experienced in Collaborative Practice which is a specific, out of court, dispute resolution process. You should ask your lawyer or other professional if they are trained in Collaborative Practice. Why would I choose Collaborative Practice? Collaborative Practice may be for you if: My ex and I do not get along at all. Will the Collaborative Process be able to help us? Disputes inevitably involve … Continue reading FAQs