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===Finding a collaborative lawyer=== | ===Finding a collaborative lawyer=== | ||
The first step is for each spouse to find and hire a lawyer. You should look for a lawyer experienced in collaborative law, or, at a bare minimum, one who is open to the idea; most lawyers who | The first step is for each spouse to find and hire a lawyer. You should look for a lawyer experienced in collaborative law, or, at a bare minimum, one who is open to the idea; most lawyers who practise collaborative law <span class="noglossary">will</span> expressly describe themselves as collaborative lawyers or collaborative practitioners in their promotional materials. The lawyers <span class="noglossary">will</span> then explain the collaborative process to their respective clients, and contact each other to prepare a collaborative process participation agreement. | ||
A good place to start looking for a lawyer is the website of the collaborative law practice group nearest you, such as: | A good place to start looking for a lawyer is the website of the collaborative law practice group nearest you, such as: |