What Is Collaborative Divorce?
If you are exploring Collaborative Divorce in Florida, you are likely looking for a way to protect your privacy, preserve your wealth, and avoid a judge controlling your future. The video and transcript below explains how it works and why many professionals in Tampa Bay and throughout Florida choose this approach.
Quick Answer
Collaborative Divorce is a private, out-of-court process where you and your spouse work with your own lawyers and a professional team to reach a resolution without fighting in court.
Key Takeaways
- Collaborative Divorce keeps your personal and financial details out of the public record
- You and your spouse remain in control of the outcome, not a judge
- Each spouse has their own lawyer for independent legal advice
- The process uses a team approach, including a Facilitator and Financial Professional
- If the process breaks down, the Collaborative attorneys must withdraw
- About 85% of Florida Collaborative cases in a 2014–2024 analysis reached full resolution
- It is especially well-suited for professionals who value privacy, efficiency, and control


