In this keynote presentation, Adam Cordover, a collaborative lawyer and family law mediator, discusses the various models of collaborative law practice. He identifies three essential requirements for a case to be classified as a collaborative practice file. Both parties must have their own lawyer, a written participation agreement must be established, and a disqualification clause should exist. Cordover elaborates on several collaborative practice models, including the lawyer-only, two-coach, one-coach, collaborative mediation, and the Lego model. He underscores the importance of tailoring these models to fit clients' unique needs rather than confining them to a single approach. Through sharing his experiences and insights, Cordover encourages practitioners to explore collaborative options and emphasizes that one can build a successful practice without litigation.
