After years of practice and a wealth of highly contentious litigated cases, I have found one thing to be true: families do not belong in court. The emotional and financial toll of litigation is inescapable—even when my clients walked away with everything they thought they wanted, the family never won in court. When fighting a battle within the framework of the court, things are often said and done which can never be forgotten. It is because of this that I no longer litigate. Instead, I encourage my clients to avoid engaging in the hostile family court system which inherently places parties in opposition toward one another. My work as an attorney, mediator, problem solver, and peace-maker is dedicated to helping families going through divorce build a stable future for themselves and their children. The Collaborative Divorce Process in particular enables couples to resolve their disputes with dignity through effective communication, cooperative negotiation, and creative problem solving, allowing them to tailor settlements to their family’s specific needs and focus on their future.