A beginner’s guide to collaborative divorce in Scotland
Beverley Johnson is a local expert in divorce and collaborative law. Below is a breakdown of how it works and whether it’s for you.
Collaborative law
Communication can be difficult during a divorce. The inevitable tensions between you and your spouse can cloud issues and make it hard to move discussions forward. Collaborative law is a more productive way to deal with the issues whilst retaining a face-to-face dialogue.
How it works
You and your partner will each appoint your own lawyer and then attend ‘four way meetings’. These involve you, your spouse and both lawyers sitting down […]