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Collaborative Divorce Services in Litchfield County, CT
Founded in 2002, our organization specializes in collaborative divorce services designed to help couples navigate the complexities of marital dissolution with dignity and respect. Our approach prioritizes open communication, balanced negotiation, and mutual goal-setting to achieve amicable resolutions without litigation. With a network of over a dozen attorneys trained in collaborative law, we serve clients across Litchfield, Hartford, and Fairfield Counties.Our team meets regularly to advance public awareness of collaborative processes and ensure clients receive tailored solutions that minimize emotional and financial strain. We uphold principles of integrity, transparency, and client empowerment, offering emergency consultations and flexible attorney selection to meet diverse needs.
Services
Collaborative Divorce
Legal Consultations
Emergency Consultations
Parenting Education Classes
Mediation Services
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Founded in 2002 with expertise in collaborative divorce processes
- Network of over a dozen trained attorneys for personalized representation
- Non-adversarial approach prioritizing mutual respect and privacy
- Emergency consultations available for urgent legal needs
- Cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation
Services
Collaborative Divorce
Our collaborative divorce process fosters respectful negotiations between couples with trained attorneys guiding settlements. This method avoids court intervention, emphasizing transparency and mutual goal-setting to resolve asset division, child custody, and financial matters. Clients benefit from reduced emotional stress and cost savings compared to litigation.
Legal Consultations
Personalized legal consultations connect clients with experienced collaborative divorce attorneys. These sessions clarify rights, explore resolution options, and establish strategies tailored to individual family dynamics and financial circumstances. Attorneys provide objective advice while advocating for equitable outcomes.
Parenting Education Classes
Mandatory parenting education programs equip divorcing couples with tools to prioritize children's well-being during and after separation. Courses cover communication strategies, conflict resolution, and maintaining stable relationships with children across households in compliance with collaborative law principles.
Mediation Services
Neutral mediation facilitates agreement on contentious issues like property division and custody arrangements. Trained mediators employ structured negotiations to identify common ground while preserving dignity, ensuring both parties maintain control over final decisions without judicial intervention.
Emergency Consultations
Time-sensitive legal concerns receive prompt attention through emergency consultations. Attorneys address immediate needs such as temporary custody arrangements or financial protections while maintaining commitment to collaborative principles and avoiding adversarial escalation.
People
Jill B. Brakeman
Attorney & Mediator
Jill Brakeman specializes in collaborative divorce with over 15 years of experience guiding clients through non-adversarial resolutions. Her practice emphasizes mediation and family law expertise to achieve equitable settlements.
Regina M. Wexler
Family Law Attorney
Regina Wexler provides collaborative legal solutions focusing on mediation and respectful conflict resolution. She has represented clients in complex divorce cases since 2002 with a commitment to minimizing emotional distress.
Brian M. Yard
Divorce Attorney
Brian Yard specializes in collaborative law, offering strategic guidance for couples seeking amicable separations. His practice balances legal advocacy with fostering cooperative negotiations to protect client interests.
James D. Hirschfield
Collaborative Lawyer
James Hirschfield brings extensive family law experience to collaborative divorce cases. He prioritizes transparent communication and creative problem-solving to help couples navigate complex emotional and financial transitions.
Bridget A. Garrity
Mediation Attorney
Bridget Garrity focuses on collaborative divorce and mediation, advocating for client-centered resolutions. Her approach emphasizes long-term parenting plans and equitable asset distribution through constructive dialogue.
Questions
What is collaborative divorce?
Collaborative divorce is a non-adversarial process where couples work with trained attorneys to resolve issues respectfully without court intervention.
How does collaborative divorce differ from litigation?
Unlike litigation, collaborative divorce avoids courtroom battles through open communication, joint problem-solving, and mutual agreement prioritization.
Are parenting classes required?
Yes, collaborative divorce mandates parenting education to help couples maintain child-focused relationships during and after separation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Litchfield, Hartford, and Fairfield Counties in Connecticut through a network of local collaborative attorneys.
Can I change attorneys during the process?
Clients may switch attorneys if needed, though continuity helps maintain process integrity and efficiency.
What happens if mediation fails?
If collaborative efforts fail, both attorneys withdraw, and parties must hire new litigation attorneys to proceed to court.
