How Much Does Collaborative Divorce Cost?

More and more divorcing couples are turning to collaborative divorce because of the many advantages it offers over traditional divorce litigation. One of these benefits is that collaborative divorce is significantly less expensive than a traditional divorce. Here are a few reasons why:

• Traditional divorces typically take longer than collaborative divorces, which means that the attorneys will be billing more hours for preparation and court appearances.
• In a collaborative divorce, the spouses agree to be open about their finances and other relevant information, so the attorneys don’t need to spend as much time on discovery.
• Although you may still need to hire experts during a collaborative divorce, the experts’ fees likely won’t be as high as they would during a traditional divorce because they don’t have to appear in court.

Unfortunately, it’s difficult to estimate how much a collaborative divorce will cost. This figure will vary based on a number of factors, including each attorney’s rate and how long the proceedings will take. However, once you attend an initial consultation with a collaborative divorce attorney and provide some background information about your marriage, he or she may be able to offer you a reasonable estimate.

Tampa Bay Attorneys Experienced With Collaborative Divorce

If you’re interested in pursuing a collaborative divorce, you can turn to the Law Offices of Audrey A. Jefferis, P.A. Ms. Jefferis is trained in collaborative law and holds membership with the Tampa Bay Collaborative Divorce Group and the Next Generation Divorce Group. Contact us today to schedule a consultation—we’d be happy to meet with you at our main office in New Port Richey or at our satellite office in Palm Harbor.