Welcome to my Collaborative Law page. While divorce is an unfortunate fact of life for many families you should know it does not have to turn your life into a combat zone.

Peace is not merely a distant goal that we seek, but a means by which we arrive at that goal. Martin Luther King, Jr.

My work with families in therapy, as well as experience serving as an expert in litigation, has helped me form insights into the difficulties families in transition experience. One striking conclusion is that there generally is no 'winner' in family court -- often everyone involved becomes a casualty of the process.

If you are considering divorce, are currently divorcing, or are thinking about child custody litigation you have a number of options beyond the traditional 'fight' in court. Collaborative Law offers one excellent option for families before they become entrenched in litigation. Even if you are already involved in litigation there are other options that may help your family move forward.

If you are a professional working with families I am also available to help on individual cases or provide inservice training. I offer a number of support services for attorneys as well as consultation and continuing education for therapists, counselors, and social workers regarding divorce and child custody issues. Please contact me to discuss your needs.