In some cases, in order to gain a clear understanding of the financial issues to be discussed your lawyers, with your agreement, will invite relevant  financial professionals to join the meetings or provide written information to assist in your discussions.

For example, where the assets of your marriage include a business, it can be very helpful to involve a forensic accountant to provide a valuation of the business, together with information about the tax implications of any proposals you may have for dealing with the business on separation.

Similarly, where there are pensions to be considered, pension experts can provide valuations and other information about pension assets to help inform your discussions, and ensure you understand the implications of any decisions you wish to make.

Your collaborative family lawyers will work with the financial professionals who are appropriately qualified, and understand how to work in the collaborative process.