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When the average person thinks about divorce, litigation comes to mind. In Connecticut, the litigated divorce model is but one option that divorcing couples may choose.
In a traditional litigated divorce (if there truly is such a thing), one spouse initiates the action by serving upon the other, via a marshal, a Summons and Complaint. While [...]
Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | July 18, 2011
I’ve posted in the past about my love for the collaborative divorce process. Hands down, I honestly believe it to be the best way for couples to divorce.
I came upon the following piece tonight, originally posted by my colleague, Dick Price, on his wonderful Texas Collaborative Law Blog. It’s a good read.
“Dealing with Anger”
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Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | March 2, 2011
First, let me apologize to my readers for my absence. My dear mother passed away and I’m sure you all understand that blogging during that time wasn’t possible. Thank you for understanding.
Even under the best of circumstances, people engaged in the collaborative divorce model can reach an impasse. Rather than give up and [...]
Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | February 16, 2011
Collaborative Divorce is not a new model. Actually, it’s been successfully practiced by attorneys since 1990. Most people are only familiar with the traditional litigation model for divorce, where the divorcing couple and their lawyers duke in out in court. It’s can be a whole lot like a dog fight. Not always pretty.
The collaborative Divorce [...]
Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | December 16, 2010
I practice Family Law in Connecticut and as part of my job, I represent clients who seek divorces. I’ve posted here before on the types of divorce options a person can choose in Connecticut, which include litigation (traditional court-based divorce), collaborative divorce and mediation.
I’ve also posted here before on my absolute love of the [...]
Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | March 17, 2010
In the last two weeks, I have participated as an attorney in 2 traditional court-based divorces and 2 collaborative divorces. For what it’s worth, I wholeheartedly prefer the latter process to the former. Why? It’s simple: collaborative divorce is all about respect, dignity and civility.
Everyone knows at least one person who [...]
Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | January 20, 2010
Couples seeking a divorce have three basic options: litigation (court-based action), mediation and collaborative divorce. In this post, I will discuss the latter. Collaborative divorce is a process whereby the spouses and their collaboratively-trained lawyers work together, often with the assistance of a neutral financial professional and a coach, to reach a [...]
