Collaborative Divorce and Mediation Alternatives

"Collaborative Divorce is a new alternative that makes a lot of sense," says John R. Denny, an attorney with Minyard Morris, a large firm that exclusively practices family law in Newport Beach. "Litigation is not ideal for family disputes. The Collaborative Divorce process is better designed to deal with the emotions and other unique aspects of marital dissolutions."

Although a part of Denny's practice is litigation, he promotes and practices mediation and the collaborative model as alternative ways of ending marriages in a more civilized way, with increased dignity and less emotional scarring. "We aim to achieve a result that works in the whole family's interests," says Denny.

Creating a better post-divorce situation for you

Denny points out that Collaborative Divorce (in which both spouses and their lawyers negotiate their settlement with an agreement not to go to court) is resolution-oriented. "The primary advantage," says Denny, "is that the spouses develop skills to get along in ways that are not destructive. We equip them to handle post-divorce situations – particularly when they involve children."

Providing extraordinary client service

Denny and his firm colleagues know that divorce is a difficult time, and they work to ease the transition to a better place in the end. "I'm empathetic, but not at the expense of telling the truth," he explains. "Divorce is never easy or ideal. On each issue, I tell my clients their options and the realistic outcome."

Other advantages include the fact that the parties stay out of court with its associated stresses, that the parties are not forced into adversarial positions, and that the process uses a "team approach" that provides the opportunity for creative solutions to divorce issues that may not be achieved in an adversarial proceeding.

His approach helps clients understand where they are and where they want to be, so they can get from point A to point B with minimum stress and expense.  "They must understand the ramifications of what they are undertaking. If they are committed to the process, I can help them."

200 years combined experience to serve you

Denny has a unique advantage among collaborative practitioners in that he practices with one of Orange County's largest and most sophisticated family law firms. "We have combined legal experience that greatly exceeds 200 years," says Denny. "I draw on all of us in resolving cases. You're hiring the whole firm, not just me. That's also true with a litigated or mediated divorce; the resources of the entire firm are at my disposal for a better work product and result."

Depth of experience, quality of service

Minyard Morris provides a full spectrum of family law services, ranging from the uncontested to complex matters. They dedicate themselves to providing an unparalleled combination of depth of experience and quality of service.

Three ways to get the best divorce outcome

Whether you choose Collaborative Divorce, mediation or litigation, John Denny and Minyard Morris are the divorce lawyers in Orange County who can be trusted to get you the best outcome.

For more information, or to set an appointment with this Orange County Collaborative Divorce lawyer and mediator, please contact:

John Denny
1811 Quail Street
Newport Beach, California 92660
Phone: (949) 724-1111
Toll Free: (866) 573-9679
Fax: (949) 724-1117
Website: www.minyardmorris.com
e-mail: jdenny@minyardmorris.com

John R. Denny has written the following:

Article:

• Collaborative Divorce -- A Better Way for You?

FAQs:

• "We have a lot of assets to divide. Is Collaborative Divorce appropriate --­ or even wise?"
• "I'd like to resolve my divorce as quickly and inexpensively as possible, but my wife and I just can't stop fighting. Is it still possible to use Collaborative Divorce?"