Mediation and collaborative divorce are both out-of-court resolution processes, but they operate differently. In mediation, a neutral third party facilitates the discussion while each party's attorney advises them separately. In a collaborative divorce, both parties and their attorneys commit at the outset to resolving the case without litigation, and the process involves structured four-way meetings rather than separate caucuses. Collaborative divorce typically also involves financial neutrals and, where children are involved, mental health professionals who contribute to a parenting plan.
The right choice between collaborative divorce and mediation depends on the nature of the disputes, the level of cooperation between the spouses, and whether the financial complexity of the case warrants the additional structure that a collaborative process provides. A divorce mediation attorney in Davie can help clients evaluate which approach fits their situation. Brodzki Jacobs handles both.
