Mediation
Structured negotiation focused on resolution.
- As mediator, we serve as an independent advisor to both spouses and propose solutions that address the concerns of both parties regarding property division, income support, and child custody.
- We meet with each spouse individually to understand their objectives and then meet with both spouses together to bridge any differences. A series of meetings may be required depending on the progress of negotiations.
Lawyer led settlement
Diplomacy Backed By Strength.
- In a lawyer led settlement, also referred to as “collaborative divorce,” each spouse engages a lawyer to negotiate on their behalf.
- As your negotiator, Civil Divorce adopts a pragmatic and context sensitive approach informed by your goals and family dynamics. We pride ourselves on crafting solutions that vigorously protect your legal rights while advancing relationship and other non-economic interests.
Litigation
Strong advocacy when court becomes the fastest path to resolution.
- While we encourage settlement where possible, we litigate with strength when required. We have experience in the Toronto and Vancouver courts in high value and complex litigation.
- We litigate only when we believe it is the fastest path to resolution. In our experience, strategic litigation can encourage families to resume negotiations with a more commercial approach which ultimately leads to settlement.
Marriage & cohabitation agreements
Clear agreements to manage risk.
- Married couples can enter into a marriage agreement either before or after getting married. Likewise, common law couples can enter into a cohabitation agreement either before or after cohabiting.
- Marriage and cohabitation agreements can effectively manage disagreements regarding property division, income support, and child custody.