
Marilyn
Bell
Partner
COLLABORATIVE LAW
If the public and highly charged setting of the divorce courts is not for you, it’s worth considering Collaborative Law as a way forward. It’s a series of face-to-face negotiations, guided by both sets of solicitors, to help you reach a fair and lasting agreement.

Agreeing settlements on your terms
Collaborative Law puts you in control. Rather than leaving a judge to make decisions on your behalf, you sign an agreement with your partner that you’re willing to negotiate, supported by your own solicitors. It’s a process we conduct in a calm, constructive environment designed to promote dialogue and find practical solutions.
Around the table, you’ll have the freedom to work through issues openly, inviting accountants, financial advisers or other experts if needed. This cross-party working leaves space for creative solutions to complex problems involving property, pensions, or children – with far quicker results and much less confrontation.
Our Collaborative Lawyers are specially trained and are qualified in this area. They are highly experienced. With them by your side, you’ll be able to tackle the really big issues head-on, protect what matters most, and move on with your life.
If Collaborative Law doesn’t sound right for you, then mediation or arbitration could be the way.
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Our clients tell us that the advice we give is ‘pragmatic, sensible and solutions-orientated’. That’s why we are proud that so many of our solicitors are recognised as leaders in their specialist fields by independent legal research bodies the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.

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