What Type of Professionals May Be Involved in a Collaborative Divorce in Florida?

Florida has a collaborative divorce law (Florida Statutes § 61.57). The collaborative law process can be very effective to help couples resolve their issues in a non-adversarial, confidential, and structured manner. For more complex divorces—typically those involving young children and/or a couple with high net worth—professionals are often relied on. At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we have extensive collaborative divorce experience. Here, our Clearwater collaborative divorce lawyer provides an overview of the professionals who may be called upon in your case.

Professionals that You May Use in a Collaborative Divorce 

The Neutral Facilitator 

Each spouse in a collaborative divorce will be represented by his or her own attorney. The process may also be managed by a neutral facilitator. The neutral facilitator helps to manage communication between all parties in a collaborative divorce. Among other things, it is their job to ensure discussions remain productive and respectful. They facilitate meetings and guide the conversation to prevent misunderstanding and to limit conflict.

 A Child Psychology Specialist 

If you are a parent of young kids or teenagers, you may want to have a child psychology specialist to help provide guidance regarding custody and visitation during the collaborative law process. A child specialist may also help parents understand how to make the divorce process less stressful for the kids. They can be a valuable resource for parents preparing to end their marriage.

 Forensic Accountant 

A forensic accountant investigates and analyzes financial information in the divorce process to ensure a fair and transparent asset division. Along with other things, they trace and evaluate assets and liabilities, uncover hidden assets, and provide clear financial data to both parties. The expertise is especially crucial in high-net-worth divorces or when complex financial assets are involved.

 Other Financial Experts 

Other financial experts in a collaborative divorce might include investment advisors or tax professionals who provide specialized financial advice. They help both parties understand the long-term impacts of financial decisions, including tax implications and investment outcomes. These financial experts can provide important guidance to help resolve property division.

 You Can Share the Cost of Professionals in a Collaborative Divorce 

One of the many benefits of the collaborative divorce process is that you and your spouse share the cost of professionals. Instead of each obtaining their own expert, the parties will rely on the same expert to provide guidance. For example, imagine that you have a complex financial matter that needs to be resolved. You and your spouse can share one neutral financial expert to help bring clarity to the issue. Sharing experts not only saves time, it helps to reduce conflicts.

 Get Help From Our Clearwater, FL Collaborative Law Attorney Today

At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we have extensive experience handling collaborative divorce cases. If you have any questions about your rights or your options, please contact our family law firm today for a confidential case review. Our firm provides collaborative divorce representation in Clearwater and throughout all of Pinellas County.

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