No matter how you look at it, divorce and family law matters are difficult to go through. Expectations of stability are shattered, mistrust grows, and bills pile up. And then the litigation begins. Attorneys file and serve petitions, counterpetitions, requests to produce, and motions to compel. Each party hires dueling mental health experts to convince a judge that he or she should have more time with the children. Privacy is eliminated as each party’s life is probed and publicly questioned so that one side may gain a tactical advantage.
But there is a different way. A more civilized way. And it is called Collaborative Family Law (also known as Collaborative Divorce or Collaborative Practice).
We are a Collaborative law firm dedicated to helping people resolve personal disputes without destroying their families. We encourage the use of the Collaborative Family Law model in divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, post-judgment, prenuptial, and most other family law cases. Further, Adam B. Cordover is an internationally-recognized leader in Collaborative Practice, a trainer who teaches other professionals how to help families Collaboratively, and author of an upcoming American Bar Association book on Collaborative Law.
When you retain Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm to represent you in your family law matter, you hire a team. Attorney Adam B. Cordover and Florida Registered Paralegal Jennifer Gunnin are here to help you every step of the way.
A former client discusses her recent experience on Avvo. As required by the Florida Bar, please note that each case is different, and we cannot guarantee the same or similar results for you:
We at Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm work hard to help clients through some of the most difficult times in their lives. We recognize that divorce is tough, and that in many ways it can feel like a death. The death of a relationship.
We are here for our clients to guide and counsel them. We reassure them that they will get through it, and we advise them as they are making tough choices each step of the way.
We have been fortunate that many of our clients, surprised at how different we are from other law firms, want to spread the word that there is a better way than traditional divorce court battles. One such review, below, was recently posted to Google for our St. Petersburg office.
At Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm, we work to help families resolve disputes without fighting in court. We do this via Collaborative Family Law Practice, mediation, and unbundled legal services. Most clients appreciate this approach, as we spare them from the trauma and expense of court battles.
A client recently left a review on our Google page. You can find that review below.
We at Family Diplomacy are fortunate to work with good people going through tough times day in and day out. We are truly honored when a client takes the time to post a review of our services. The review below was posted by a former client on Avvo.com:
We strive to meet our clients’ needs during difficult times, and we are especially appreciative when clients share how we were able to help them. A client recently left a glowing review for Collaborative Divorce services that we provided. The review was left on Avvo.com.
Please note that every family’s situation is different, and we cannot promise the same or similar results for your family.
Collaborative Divorce Success Story
I highly recommend Adam Cordover. I had not heard of a collaborative divorce before my therapist recommended I speak with Adam. When I first met with him, he was warm and shared excellent information. I never felt pressured to do anything. I was seeking a divorce after a LONG marriage. There were bumps in the road but with the assistance of Adam and the team he assisted us put together, my former spouse and I were able to conclude a collaborative divorce and remain friends. The team approach allowed my ex-husband and I to turn what could have been a disaster into a continued mutual friendship. From start to finish, approximately 6 months, Adam and Jennifer were there for me every step of the way.
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-Anonymous
Five Stars
If you are looking for a more peaceful way to go through divorce, we are here to help.
Adam B. Cordover is a leading Collaborative Divorce Lawyer in Tampa Bay who helps clients throughout the State of Florida. He is an American Bar Association published author and member of the Board of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Adam has taught lawyers, mental health professionals, financial professionals, and mediators throughout the United States, Canada, France, and Israel how to offer Collaborative services.
We at Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm, are grateful for the opportunity to help our clients through difficult times. One such client, from a collaborative family law matter, was kind enough to leave a review on Avvo.com.
The Jewish Press of Tampa, in its September 21, 2018 edition, spotlighted Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm and its managing attorney, Adam B. Cordover. Below you will find the spotlight:
Name of Business: Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm
Location: 412 E. Madison St., Suite 824, Tampa
Ownership: Adam B. Cordover, graduate of Jewish Leadership Training Institute 2010
Q What services do you offer?
A Collaborative Divorce and Family Law, Mediation, Unbundled Legal Services, Adoptions, Name Changes
Q What inspires your work and sets you apart from everyone else?
A My firm focuses on helping people through difficult times in the least painful way possible. That is why we specialize in collaborative family law, where the children are the top priority and where respect and privacy are fostered.
Divorce can be one of the most turbulent times in your life, and so it makes me feel good when I can help clients gain a sense of empowerment and stability.
In a recent review on Avvo.com, a former client of mine discusses how our firm and the collaborative process helped her take back control of her life.
FLORIDA BAR NOTICE: Please note that every case is different, and that you may not receive the same or similar results.
An adoption client recently reviewed Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm on Avvo.com.
FLORIDA BAR DISCLAIMER: Please note that every case is different, and you may not receive the same or similar results. You can find the review after the jump.
I recently was reviewed by a former client on the Facebook Page for Family Diplomacy: A Collaborative Law Firm. The client discusses the need to determine whether the style of an attorney you may use in your divorce is focused on encouraging fighting and earning the billable hour or encouraging collaboration and focusing on your family.
FLORIDA BAR NOTICE: Each case is different, and you may not retain the same or similar results.
