IACP — International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
FreeGlobal network of collaborative divorce professionals committed to resolving family disputes without court litigation
⚖️Mediation & Collaborative DivorceAbout IACP — International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) is the leading global organization promoting collaborative practice as an alternative to courtroom divorce litigation. IACP's Find a Professional directory connects individuals with trained collaborative divorce lawyers, financial specialists, divorce coaches, and child specialists in their area. In collaborative divorce, each spouse retains their own collaboratively-trained attorney, and all parties sign a participation agreement committing to resolve all issues through negotiation rather than litigation. If the collaborative process fails and either party goes to court, both attorneys must withdraw — creating a powerful incentive for all parties to negotiate in good faith.
What's Great
- ✓Global directory of trained collaborative divorce professionals across multiple disciplines
- ✓Collaborative process keeps decision-making power with the spouses, not a judge
- ✓Multi-disciplinary teams address financial, emotional, and parenting needs holistically
- ✓Participation agreement creates strong incentive for good-faith negotiation
- ✓Generally less expensive and faster than traditional contested divorce litigation
Watch Out For
- !Requires both spouses to voluntarily participate — cannot be used unilaterally
- !If collaborative process fails, both attorneys must withdraw, requiring new counsel for litigation
- !Not appropriate for cases involving domestic violence or severe power imbalances
- !Availability of trained collaborative professionals varies by region
Common Use Cases
Couple who wants to maintain control over their divorce terms without a judge deciding for them
Parents who want to minimize the adversarial impact of divorce on their children
Spouses who value privacy and want to avoid public court proceedings
Pricing Model
Free
100% free to use — no credit card required.
Category
Mediation & Collaborative Divorce
Professionals trained in alternative dispute resolution methods including divorce mediation, collaborative law, and negotiation-based approaches that avoid courtroom litigation.
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