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Dallas Collaborative Law Attorneys

Using Negotiation to Help You Obtain an Optimal Outcome

Going through a divorce can be a confusing and challenging time. While many divorces involve two parties disagreeing about numerous issues, not all reach that level. A collaborative divorce is a straightforward option for couples prepared to negotiate the terms of their divorce with little to no disagreement.

Our Dallas collaborative divorce lawyers will advocate for your rights and best interests throughout your legal dispute, helping you obtain a more favorable outcome in your case.

To schedule a consultation with our team, contact us online or via phone at (214) 225-6766.

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    Owner & Managing Partner Jim Mueller
    Jim approaches all his divorce cases with the goal of helping clients divide their assets without unnecessarily dividing the family, especially where the interests of children are concerned.
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    Partner Abby M. Foster
    Abby Foster combines board-certified family law expertise with deep involvement in the Collin County legal community, providing clients with knowledgeable, respected representation backed by years of recognized excellence and leadership in family law.
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    Partner Rob McAngus

    Rob is a partner at Mueller Family Law Group. He is board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

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    Partner Jonathan J. Bates
    Jonathan J. Bates brings more than three decades of experience to complex family law matters, combining recognized leadership, board-certified expertise, and a distinguished record of service to the family law community at the state and national levels.
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    Partner George Parker
    George Parker combines decades of family law experience with a thoughtful, strategic approach, developing tailored solutions that help clients achieve their goals while honoring their priorities, values, and long-term interests.
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What Is Collaborative Law?

When couples file for a divorce, they have two options:

  1. File for an uncontested divorce. In an uncontested divorce, the couple drafts a divorce agreement containing agreed-upon terms for divorce-related processes such as property division, custody, alimony, etc. The judge then approves the agreement and legalizes the divorce. 
  2. File for a contested divorce. In a contested divorce, the couple attends court and presents their cases. The court then examines the evidence and decides how to handle divorce-related procedures on the couple's behalf. 

Many couples would rather reach an agreement than leave their divorce in the court's hands. Additionally, contested divorces can be drawn-out, expensive affairs. For these reasons, lawyers and courts often encourage couples to meet the conditions for an uncontested divorce.

When couples are at an impasse, they can choose to use a method of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) to negotiate with each other, rather than filing for a contested divorce with the court. 

Collaborative law is one such form of ADR.

During a collaborative divorce, both parties acquire an attorney. The parties and their attorneys then meet with each other across various sessions to negotiate terms for divorce-related processes both parties find acceptable. Ideally, at the end of the collaborative divorce process, the parties will meet the requirements to file for an uncontested divorce.

Using collaborative divorce enables parties to save time, stress, and money on their divorce by working with one another out of court, instead of battling each other in the courtroom. That makes it a great option for individuals who:

  • Want to save money on their divorce;
  • Want to speed up the divorce process;
  • Don't want to go through a contested divorce in court;
  • Would like to remain amicable with their soon-to-be-ex, and;
  • Are looking for a form of ADR that's a bit more legally protective or thorough than mediation.

If engaging in a litigated divorce isn't your favored approach, then collaborative divorce might be the right choice for you. We understand that going through a divorce is one of the most challenging things you could ever face. Our attorneys can review your situation in-depth, explain more about collaborative divorce and help you decide whether it is right for you. 

To schedule a consultation with our Dallas collaborative law attorneys or learn more about how we can help you move forward with your case, contact us online or via phone at (214) 225-6766.

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    “They are some of the most zealous advocates I've ever seen, but careful and methodical.”
    “After struggling with two other family law attorneys for 4 years, we switched over to Mueller Family Law, who was able to accomplish much more for our family than any prior attorney.”
    R.S.
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    Mueller Family Law is truly the best of the best. Jim Mueller and his team are top-notch. You cannot beat them as far as responsiveness, professionalism, and knowledge of the law. I have had the best experience here and will always highly recommend them to my friends and family. This firm knows how to win!
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    “The firm recommended we try for a Collaborative divorce, and we did so successfully in about 90 days.”
    “I used Janet Brumley at a most difficult time in my life, the end of a 15-year marriage with 4 children. The firm recommended we try for a Collaborative divorce, and we did so successfully in about 90 days. Obviously, a Collaborative divorce requires both”
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