- You don’t go to court.
- Your feelings and values are honoured and respected.
- The process is open and transparent. Each party puts his or her cards on the table and negotiates in good faith.
- Each participant must be mindful of both spouses’ interests and goals, understanding that any agreement must meet the needs of both spouses.
- The process is confidential and private. Disclosed information is protected by the terms of the Participation Agreement.
- The parties have access to well-trained and caring professionals with specialized skills including divorce coaches, financial advisors, child specialists and lawyers.
- There is no winner and no loser. We work together to reach agreements that satisfy both spouses.
- The process encourages communication and conflict resolution.
- CFL is the best process to create lasting and cooperative parenting arrangements.
- The process can be cheaper and faster than going to court.
- You have more control of the time frame and cost of the process.
- If you qualify for Legal Aid, it may pay for part of the CFL process.
- Your employee assistance plan or extended health insurance may cover part of the divorce coach or child specialist’s services.
- The CFL process and professionals may be used in the future, if necessary, as children’s needs change or other issues arise.