Out-of-Court Negotiation Lawyers in Vancouver
Out-of-court negotiations are flexible and voluntary. Lawyers are not required, but it is strongly recommended so that each party makes informed decisions. Moreover, lawyers will assist in drafting settlement documents.
Out-of-Court Negotiations
Negotiations can be done via written correspondence, telephone or video conferences, four-way meetings, or a combination of the above. Out-of-court negotiations are effective when the parties are willing participants, forthcoming with their financial disclosure, and there are no outstanding emergency issues, such as family violence, child abduction, or dissipation of assets.
Married couples who require a divorce can still settle all substantial issues through negotiations and agreement, and then file for divorce on an uncontested basis when the 12-month separation period is up.