The conventional process of divorce can drive parties-already separated from each other - even farther apart. It takes a toll on individual dignity, and often children suffer the most. Collaborative Law presents a more humane, respectful choice. It is a process in which the parties and their counsel agree in writing to make a good faith attempt to reach a mutually-agreeable settlement without court intervention. Working together, they craft a way to dissolve their marriage in a way that considers everyone's needs and minimizes conflict.

Collaborative law allows couples to resolve family law issues themselves without entering a courtroom where a judge or jury determines how an issue will be settled. As such, collaborative law places couples in charge of their own fate, providing them with a forum to discuss and negotiate terms mutually agreeable to all involved. The law office of Hiller & Associates assists and represents clients throughout the collaborative law process to ensure their interests and rights are protected. As a Board Certified Family Law Specialist, Mr. Hiller understands the financial and legal issues involved in any divorce, child custody disputed, post divorce modification, or visitation, possesion or arrangement.

As your lawyer, Mr. Hiller helps you evaluate the pros and cons of any proposed settlement, alerting clients to potential liabilities and financial issues that could impact you and your children's future. Avoid costly, bitter litigation while protecting your interests -- contact collaborative law attorney Michael A. Hiller today.

Collaborative Law - What We can Do for You

While any settlement is potentially subject to the final approval of the court, collaborative law can be used to settle the following family law related issues:

• Divorce
• Division of marital property
• Child custody arrangements
• Visitation, possesion, parenting time schedules, rights & duties 
• Division of debts
• Assignment of real property
• Post divorce modifications

Why Considering Collaborative Law is in Your Best Interest

When a divorce, child custody dispute, or other family law matter is litigated in court, a judge will consider the evidence presented and determine what terms to impose on both parties. While in some instances the terms may favor you or your ex-spouse, in other instances both parties may be unhappy with how an issue is settled. Collaborative law avoids taking chances in court by placing you in charge of the negotiations and discussions surrounding the resolution of your issue.

Addressing Financial Issues through Collaborative Agreements

While certain family law matters like child support and spousal support cannot be determined through collaboration, other financial issues related to divorce and child custody can. If you and your ex-spouse have specific financial terms you would like included in your divorce settlement, Mr. Hiller can help you finalize these terms through the process of collaboration. As your attorney, Mr. Hiller is a member of the collaborative family lawyer of Houston practice group, and usually recommends that you pick an attorney from that group. Each member of the group has been trained and personally picked for this group. 

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