The Collaborative Way to Divorce: The Revolutionary Method that Results in Less Stress, Lower Costs, and Happier Kids--Without Going to Court
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  • I recommend this book for clients and practitioners (attorneys, mental health, financial and other professionals)
  • One of Two Key Books to Read if Contemplating Divorce
  • Great guide to a great process!
The Collaborative Way to Divorce: The Revolutionary Method that Results in Less Stress, Lower Costs, and Happier Kids--Without Going to Court
Ron Ousky , and Stuart Webb
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For the millions of couples who face divorce each year, The Smart Divorce offers an alternative to court without giving up getting what you want

Research reveals that how a couple conducts themselves during a divorce has far greater impact on their children than the divorce itself. Compassionate, clear, and comprehensive, The Smart Divorce is the first trade book to introduce a dignified, highly strategic solution to divorce-the collaborative process, a nationally acclaimed approach that is fast transforming how couples dissolve their marriages, divide their assets, and reinvent their post divorce relationships, particularly when they share custody of their children.

Based on the central tenet that both participants agree to resolve their differences with no intention of ever going to court, the collaborative process focuses on finding common interests while allowing each person in the couple to hire active legal representation. Stressing cooperation over confrontation and resolution over revenge, the smart divorce is beneficial in that it is generally less expensive and quicker than litigation, gives the couple greater control over the outcome of their divorce, and keeps children out of the controversy.

Guiding readers through the steps of the collaborative process so that they may make better, more informed decisions, The Smart Divorce isn't about "going easy" on your spouse. It's about ending up with more money, less stress, and happier kids without going to court.

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5 out of 5 stars User friendly book for non lawyers.......2007-03-19

This book gives a straight easy to follow explanation of what to expect in the collaboarative process. The book guides you through the process step by step and includes helpful questionnaires to see if this is a good fit for your divorce. Lots of useful and insightful material in the Appendix. I would highly recommend to anyone, including lawyers, who wants to get a feel for how the collaborative model might be better than a traditional divorce. I practice in the area, and recommend this book to my clients.

5 out of 5 stars The Healthiest Way to Divorce.......2007-01-14

I just finished this book, which was easy to read and well written. I have practiced
divorce law for 34 years, mediated civil and family law disputes for 10 years, completed collaborative
training, and have begun the collaborative practice of law. I am really
enjoying it and plan to change the focus of my practice to collaborative law.
As a divorced father of two adult children, I have personally experienced the dark side of
divorce via the traditional method and hope to offer clients another option to the traditionally adversarial way of divorcing.This book is a great guide for the practitioner and for those who are considering a divorce. It clearly sets forth the advantages of resolving conflict without the use of the adversarial court system method of "winner take all". I am revamping my website and practice materials and expect to incorporate many of the concepts set forth in this book to assist clients in deciding how they want to pursue their divorce.

5 out of 5 stars I recommend this book for clients and practitioners (attorneys, mental health, financial and other professionals).......2006-11-04

As a family law attorney in Minnesota who believes that helping my clients is more important than maximizing my billable time, I am starting to use the Collaborative Practice method in some of my family law cases. After reading this book, The Collaborative Way to Divorce, I decided that the Collaborative Practice method would be better (less expensive with better outcomes) than traditional litigation for many of my family law clients. In family law cases (most often divorce), I frequently recommend proceeding Collaboratively rather than through traditional litigation, especially where children are involved. The Collaborative Way to Divorce leads both the client and the practitioner (attorneys, mental health, financial and other professionals) through both the benefits and the process of proceeding collaboratively. This book is readable by nonlawyers and lawyers alike and I highly recommend it. I regularly purchase a handful of copies of this book to give out to clients, clergy, and others who may be interested in learning about Collaborative Practice.

5 out of 5 stars One of Two Key Books to Read if Contemplating Divorce.......2006-08-09

This book is one which I would recommend to any individual considering a divorce. One of the authors of the book, Stu Webb, is the "founder" of the collaborative divorce movement. The book should be read before selecting and going forward with traditional adversarial representation. There are several pros of the book are that it is written with one voice - despite being written by two lawyers. It is clearly written. The alternative book is the book with Pauline Tessler as co-author. This books is somewhat longer and more inter-disciplinary in its approach. The co-author is a psychologist. If you are looking for the book that is easiest to read yet, by this one.

5 out of 5 stars Great guide to a great process!.......2006-06-06

Collaborative law is the new divorce revolution and this book is a wonderful, easy to read, well-organized guide. If you want to have dignity, integrity and civility when you and your spouse part, READ THIS BOOK!
The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution: Mediation Theory and Practice (The Jossey-Bass Library of Conflict Resolution)
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The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution: Mediation Theory and Practice (The Jossey-Bass Library of Conflict Resolution)
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No matter your profession (attorney, clinician, family therapist) or skill level (seasoned professional or novice), The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution is an invaluable resource that outlines the most effective mediation approaches, techniques, and skills. The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution is a practical and comprehensive guide that includes

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3 out of 5 stars A Nice Springboard for Discussion in Class.......2007-06-01

This is a terrific reference and a springboard for discussion in class, but as far as books go, it's nothing so terrific that would turn me on to mediation if I were in a book store flipping through books for something to read.

The book is easy to read and follow as far as topics are concerned and if you need to look something up, topics are easy to find and outline.
Litigants and Households: African Disputes and Colonial Courts in the French Soudan, 1895-1912 (Social History of Africa Series)
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    Litigants and Households: African Disputes and Colonial Courts in the French Soudan, 1895-1912 (Social History of Africa Series)
    Richard Roberts
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    Why did Africans bring their most intimate domestic disputes to the newly created native courts in the period after 1905? And what do these disputes tell us about everyday life and social change? To answer these questions, Roberts uses all 2,062 civil disputes heard at the provincial level native courts for four districts between 1905 and 1912. He concludes that changes in social relations occurring at a time of accelerated change associated with colonial conquest and the end of slavery interacted with institutional changes, namely the creation of the new native courts, to produce discernible patterns of litigation. Moreover, these patterns of litigation point to "trouble spots" in African society, thus providing a lens into the most ordinary aspects of daily life. This book is divided into two parts: following an important theoretical and methodological introduction to the use of the court records as social history, the first three chapters examine the context in which the colonial l This book is divided into two parts: following an important theoretical and methodological introduction to the use of the court records as social history, the first two chapters examine the context in which the colonial legal system came into being in 1903. The second part examines the evidence generated by court records into the struggles between former slaves and former masters in the immediate aftermath of the end of slavery, the "trouble spots" of marriage and divorce, bridewealth disputes, disputes over new forms of property in a post-slave holding era, and disputes over inheritance. These chapters concentrate on cases brought by women or dealing with women.
    Father's Rights: Hard-Hitting & Fair Advice for Every Father Involved in a Custody Dispute
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    Jeffery Leving has spent more than a decade in the trenches of domestic law. From that perspective, he gives men embroiled in custody disputes a powerful and impassioned voice in Fathers Rights. Arguing that men are disenfranchised and stigmatized by a biased legal system, Leving promises help through such difficulties as finding empathetic attorneys, avoiding unhealthy custody arrangements, protecting the child-parent relationship, and remaining financially solvent. Included is advice on how to demonstrate parental competence when falsely accused of abuse.

    Writing with passion for the plight of an under-represented population in the domestic drama, Fathers' Rights offers sound, step-by-step council and a road map through the complex terrain of family law. "Too often a dangerous free-fall ensues," Leving writes, speaking of divorce's aftermath. "At every step in the divorce process, the legal system deepens marital wounds, serving up revenge and recrimination much more often than it dispenses compassion and justice." It is Leving's mission to right the wrongs caused by divorce court.

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    Millions of fathers are currently in the fight of their lives: the fight for custody of their children. Many wonder if they will ever again be an important part of their children's lives. With this landmark book, renowned men's rights attorney Jeffery Leving leads fathers through every twist and turn of the legal system, offering meaningful advice to save years of anguish and possibly thousands of dollars.

    This authoritative and accessible book covers every aspect of the custody process, including protecting the parent/child relationship as a breakup occurs; determining when to settle and when to litigate; techniques for dealing effectively with psychologists, social workers, and other domestic relations expert; and much more.

    Illustrated with vivid real-life examples, Jeffery Leving and Kenneth Dachman's practical guide is essential reading for the scores of American Fathers routinely excluded from their children's lives by a biased legal system in which avarice and recrimination too often overwhelm compassion and justice.

    Customer Reviews:

    3 out of 5 stars A Start.......2007-01-02

    Mr. Leving has done a lot of good for fathers' rights in Illinois, and this is a workmanlike treatment of the strategy you should adopt if in court over custody.

    But by the time you read this (or a book like this), often it is already too late to set in motion anything that will let you see your children.

    If I had a son, I would give him this book in college, and make sure he knew his rights from the get go. Then I would advise him to hold off on marriage or cohabitation as long as possible.

    Better to defer marriage and fatherhood and protect your assets than to marry too early, entering the 50% club of potential divorce. All single men should read and heed - unless you want to subsidize some woman's life for eighteen years or more. If you do not feel a compelling need to to marry, feel free to avoid doing so.

    After all, having a vagina almost automatically entitles you to custody in the event of a divorce, a decision frequently made in Family Court, where there is no evidentiary due process. In other words, you have more legal rights in criminal court as a defendant than you do in Family Court as a petitioner or respondent. Marriage and fatherhood are dicey propositions these days.

    4 out of 5 stars A inprisoned parents rights.......2006-10-27

    I have not read this book, but am looking for other self help books on a similar subject.I am a women , and have a child from a previous marriage.This father happens to be in prison for rape and bodily harm on a stranger.He has not seen our child since our son was 4 months old, my son is now 7 years old.

    I remarried 2 years ago to wonderful man, we have been living together for a total of 5 years and my son knows him as his only father figure, infact we never incouraged my son to call my husband dad, but one day he just started to on his own.Children know who care for them, shelter them, love them ,and support them.You dont have to be a biological father or mother to do that!

    My problem is this violent criminal still has rights to a child he dosn't even know or love , and when he does get out of prison who knows what kind of revenge he will take on me for not allowing visitation.Yes I know I chose to marry him and have a child , but If I knew what he was capable of I assure you I wouldn't have even given him the time of day, but as many of us know we never see the full person until we have lived with them for long enough.This man was also violent, and threatened harm upon me and my infant son.An all around abusive dude, there isnt enough time to even tell even a fraction of the stuff he put us through .

    As a parent I should have a right to protect my son from any harmful person even his own biological father. attorney fees to have parental rights revoked so my husband can adopt can cost easily $15,000 in california. I dont have that type of money, and even if I do go through with it only 25 percent of these cases win.

    I know there are great fathers out there who deserve to see there children.As a woman I couldn't imagine being so evil and try to take a great fathers rights away without a reason. With my sons biological father you can see that my son could be in danger if he ever had rights to him, but where are my rights to protect him, and where are my sons rights to be safe from potiential harm?

    As for the men out there who are in my situation.Try not to be bitter towards women , just like men I assure you there are good ones out there!This isnt a war against the opposite sex, its a war against parents who are dangerous to our childrens welfare, and those people exists on both sides, and it is just as hard for women as it is for men trust me.

    3 out of 5 stars Fathers and Men need to WAKE UP NOW .......2006-09-25

    I felt compelled to write about this book after reading one of the reviews on it apparently written by a female.

    The review yearned for a REAL fathers advocate book written by someone who has been there and lived through the HELL that is divorce, custody and a compete loss of everything that resembled "my life" - after I caught my wife cheating on me.

    I read this book during the first stages of my divorce and did not find it overly helpful. BUT, it was the only book that I found that spoke of what was about to happen.

    I have been writing columns and attending divorce/mens support groups for two years now and am VERY despondent about what I am seeing.

    Fathers rights is the "civil rights" story of this decade and it needs to be SEEN and SPOKEN about in the media.

    I have been on a personal crusade to get groups organized in DENVER and to get any media outlet to focus on men's rights but I get NOTHING back - I have emailed Dr Phil, 20/20, every possible media outlet and all I get back is more stories on "deadbeat dads" and Women and Domestic violence.

    Bad news GUYS:

    We know the courts do not care -
    We know the laws are laughably biased -
    We know the media would rather propagate more female friendly stories -

    But most guys do not ask WHY THIS IS.

    I see this as Men not taking action. Men avoid support groups because we are supposed to "suck it up".

    Men - WAKE UP - Get active.

    If I cannot get this story on 20/20 or Dr Phil, it is because MEN are NOT the audience.

    DO men vote, do men get involved in local politics, do men go to therapy to Resolve "their" issues. And these issues could include "how to deal with the powerlessness you feel in the system".

    I am working to put together articles I have written about MY experience -
    And it was/is horrible:

    Wife cheats - gets caught - blames me for her behavior. Badgers the police with false charges against me - of which, I have to expend money to fight her.

    My son (8) has cancer. My wife continued to change appointment times and cancel times.

    AND GUESS WHAT GUYS:

    When you get a Child Advocate or Child Family Investigator:

    The game is:

    As a MEN, you can never get angry.

    If the ex plays with parenting time.

    You cannot get angry.

    If the ex uniformly ignores Permanent Orders.

    You cannot get angry.

    If the MAN gets angry the courts will CRUCIFY YOU.

    I have documented my experiences and have read most every book (recommend Divorce Poison!!!!!) and plan to get this issue NATIONAL Attention.

    I am not optimistic at the moment.

    Finally, men, remember, no matter what transpires - no matter the complete injustice of the courts, lawyers, your ex's horrible wrath -

    Remember that everything is about the kids. One mistake by you, as the male and father, and the system will take your kids away from you.

    Make sure EVERY action is done with this in mind.

    regards

    Mike

    3 out of 5 stars Some good thoughts but overoptimistic.......2006-07-03

    The author of this book certainly does not say anything that is untrue, even given the huge disparity of laws in the 50 states. However, on the front cover, among other things, he says you will learn how to:
    *Find an effective and empathetic attorney
    *Avoid unfavorable custody arrangements
    *Overcome the "tender years" bias
    *Remain financially solvent
    To be quite honest, being the second wife of a man who has been taken to the cleaners repeatedly by a devious first wife who has no moral compass, all I can say is this book must contain magical powers, because that is the only way any of these things are going to happen.

    First off, as far as finding an effective attorney, forget about it. The author's advice is pollyanna-ish at best. Attorneys are foremost interested in making money, and family law only pays off in volume. Therefore your case will get the obligatory two hour cram session from your attorney just prior to court. Plan on doing any real investigation yourself, and realize you are going to probably have to give your attorney a script of questions to read in court because these people are not "out of the box" thinkers.

    As far as avoiding unfavorable custody arrangements and overcoming the tender years bias, remember that judges are generally from the most conservative ranks of lawyers, and lawyers are from the most conservative ranks of society. I'm not talking about "conservative" in political terms. I'm talking about conservative in terms of conserving and never questioning the status quo, and the status quo is father = cash machine, mother = protector of civilization. Nothing but divine intervention is going to overcome that. Daniel Broderick overcame it, but then look what happened to him. The author of this book misleads you into believing that the system is remotely fair and unbiased, probably because he has been part of the system and cannot see it for what it is.

    As far as remaining financially solvent, the author completely overlooks the most important factor of all - which state you live in. Some states, such as Texas and New York, have absolute limits of 25% of your pre-tax income put on child support. As much as the courts and the mother of your children would love to pick your pockets for more money, this is all they are going to get. However, if you are unfortunate enough to live in the state of Virginia, there is no limit on alimony or child support and you can wind up with negative income flow, which happened in the case of my husband's divorce and is happening now in the case of an acquaintance and his divorce. In fact, the financial ruin of a Virginia divorce is the reason Aldrich Ames gave for becoming the worst spy in American history.

    In summary, although I may seem harshly critical, this book is moderately helpful as to absolute facts and a mentality you must take if you are on the road to litigation. However, I subtract two stars because I think it gives false hope to single fathers and their probable future in terms of staying close to their children and not winding up in debtor's prison if the mother is determined to fight. I've been up close and personal with this ongoing problem in my husband's life for the past 14 years, so I think I know what I'm talking about.

    4 out of 5 stars Very informative.......2005-09-22

    This book is a must read for all dads who are facing custody disputes of any type. Fathers are a very important part of a child's life and they should know how to fight to stay close and involved with their children.
    Everyday Harm: Domestic Violence, Court Rites, and Cultures of Reconciliation
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      Everyday Harm: Domestic Violence, Court Rites, and Cultures of Reconciliation
      Mindie Lazarus-Black
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      Divorce Without Disaster: Collaborative Law in Texas
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        For a general audience that needs to learn the benefits of collaborative law, this book provides exciting new concepts that can make family breakups less painful. Collaborative law divorces are available in only half of the states, and this book tells how this method works in Texas. The process of a collaborative divorce, which is a nonjudicial proceeding done outside the courtroom, is discussed in detail and contrasted with a hypothetical divorce between the same parties with the same facts but who have resorted to litigation. Through the experiences of people divorcing under collaborative law, their attorneys, therapists, certified divorce planners, and other experts, collaborative law is shown to be a method that saves money and preserves children's self-esteem, friends' loyalties, and the mental health of the divorcing couple.
        The Non-Lawyers Guide to Divorce in Maryland
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          The Non-Lawyers Guide to Divorce in Maryland
          Bernard A. Raum
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          With this book you can:

          * Learn what your basic rights are under all areas of family law in Maryland

          * Learn the grounds for divorce and annulment in Maryland

          * Learn how the court decides custody and visitation

          * Learn how to compute your own child support rights and obligations under the Maryland child support guidelines

          * Learn how the court decides alimony issues

          * Learn how Maryland's marital property law may affect your rights to property owned by you, your spouse, or both of you, including rights to business assets and pensions

          * Learn what your rights are under court orders from other states and other countries

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          • The Rules of Domestic Bliss
          • A brilliant book for anyone who lives with anyone else.
          Henderson's House Rules: The Official Guide to Replacing the Toilet Paper and Other Domestic Topics of Great Dispute
          E.L. Henderson , and David E. O'Connor
          Manufacturer: East Quincy Publishing
          ProductGroup: Book
          Binding: Paperback

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          ASIN: 0976407809
          Release Date: 2005-05-02

          Book Description

          The right way to reseal a bag of bread, which way the silverware goes in the dishwasher, and what to do about a housemate who leaves hairs on the soap. Room by room, this rulebook for couples and housemates provides authoritative answers on all the household topics that drive people crazy. Instead of trying to compromise and communicate over the little things, housemates can look up the House Rule instead.

          With amusing illustrations and off-the-wall footnotes, the book offers authoritative rules to settle the debate over whose way is the right way. In a world where communication and compromise is king, only Henderson dares to say, "This is the rule."

          Customer Reviews:

          5 out of 5 stars The Rules of Domestic Bliss.......2006-02-21

          If you are contemplating the clearing away of housemate complexity, Henderson's House Rules offers a guide to domestic bliss. Leaving this around the house is sure to tempt anyone into reading "the rules" of the living-in-the-same-house game.

          The humor in this book is especially enjoyable, occasionally subtle and at other times brilliant. The solutions for everyday challenges could be as simple as a division of labor or pet training. Of course, many of the items will either make you laugh or cause you to consider how your life could be improved with a few simple adaptations of behavior.

          If only life was perfect, my husband would let me run the dishwasher while he was watching TV after dinner, he would never ever leave clothes by the bed and I would never leave dishes in the sink to soak. My theory on the matter is that whatever doesn't annoy us doesn't need to be changed.

          I like the rule about cleaning the kitchen: "Clean as soon as possible after cooking unless there is a valid reason not to." Valid reasons are also included but could be expanded to include things like: taking a bubble bath. Sometimes I'm too tired to do all the dishes after dinner and have much more energy in the morning.

          Some of the highly entertaining issues include:

          Things you can and can't do in bed if you don't sleep alone.
          Television
          Cooking Versus Cleaning

          Henderson's House Rules will be very useful for roommates or for couples who want to share house duties. As someone who alternates between leaving the house in total chaos and complete obsessive cleaning, this book shows the way to balance.

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          Lives in a Shoeless House
          Currently breaking rules: 1.2, 1.17, 1.19, 2.10, 5.3, 5.6, 5.10 and 6.9. My husband is breaking fewer rules than I am...who knew? It will be fun to compare notes!

          5 out of 5 stars A brilliant book for anyone who lives with anyone else........2005-05-31

          Who would have thought that a book would make you re-think such mundane tasks as washing the dishes? This book broaches all kinds of domestic issues, including things you never would have thought about but suddenly seem vital to good domestic order. The style is frank and no-nonsense to the point of being hilarious. The book makes for great bathroom reading, which is appropriate because it will teach you a thing or two about how to maintain that room.
          Although it seems to be marketed to newlyweds, the books is perfect for just about anyone: kids leaving the nest for the first time, couples who have been married for 30 years, and even people who live alone.
          I don't usually go for overly cute how-to books, but Henderson's House Rules seems to be the exception to that genre. It is without a doubt the most thoroughly useful gift/stocking stuffer type of book I have ever seen.
          Family Mediation: Managing Conflict, Resolving Disputes
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            Family Mediation: Managing Conflict, Resolving Disputes
            Robert Coulson
            Manufacturer: Jossey-Bass
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            Binding: Hardcover

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            Book Description

            Details the rapidly growing field of dispute resolution

            This nuts-and-bolts guide offers a blueprint for developing the skills you need to master the often complex and emotionally charged process of family mediation.

            In a lively and entertaining style, Robert Coulson, former president of the American Arbitration Association and an internationally recognized expert in dispute resolution, presents exactly what training, marketing, and experience are needed to compete successfully in this rapidly growing field. The family mediation process is revealed, from the first step of persuading parties to mediate through the last details of nailing down a settlement.

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              Access Disputes in Child-Care
              Spencer Hillham
              Manufacturer: Gower Publishing Company
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              Binding: Hardcover

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