Collaborative Divorce-Collin County

06/22/2026

06/12/2026

CDCC members honed their collaborative skills today at the CDT advanced training, diving deep into the “Landman” case of the divorce of Tommy and Angela.

06/11/2026

🎭 Lawyers who sing, dance, AND settle cases?
We’ve got one!

Our very own Christy Albano is taking the stage in this year’s Bar None Show, June 17–20 at SMU’s Greer Garson Theatre.💃🏻✨ This beloved Dallas tradition features local lawyers and judges performing to raise scholarship funds for deserving law students in North Texas. But don’t let the day jobs fool you... the cast is extremely talented and has been working hard, rehearsing for six weeks to put on a show that’s genuinely funny, polished, and very entertaining!

Come laugh and support a great cause! 🎟️ Tickets at dallasbarnoneshow.com. Break a leg, Christy!! 👏🏼👏🏼

Bar None Production Company

05/05/2026

✨CDCC Member Spotlight✨

Dana J. Stewart of Grinke Stewart Law, PLLC

When it comes to navigating family law, attorney Dana Stewart brings both strength and compassion to the table—but it’s his passion for collaborative law that truly sets him apart.

For Dana, collaborative law offers families something invaluable: a path forward rooted in respect, privacy, and problem-solving—not conflict. He believes that when parties work together outside of the courtroom, they can create more meaningful, customized solutions that protect not only their financial futures, but also their relationships—especially when children are involved.

With extensive experience handling everything from high-net-worth divorces to custody matters and serving as an Amicus and ad litem attorney, Dana understands the emotional weight his clients carry. That’s why he’s committed to guiding them toward resolutions that minimize stress and uncertainty while keeping their goals front and center.

💬 “Collaborative law allows families to maintain control over their outcomes and move forward with dignity. It’s about finding solutions—not fueling conflict.”

Outside the courtroom, Dana’s dedication to discipline and growth carries into his personal life—from ultra-endurance races to martial arts training—but at his core, he’s a family man who understands what’s truly at stake for his clients.

04/17/2026

CDCC 4/16/26

TOPIC: Addressing Cultural Considerations within the Collaborative Divorce Process ✨

04/17/2026

Last night's Team Thursday did not disappoint! 💫

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible panelists -- family law attorneys Rachel Li, Mona Hosseiny Tovar, and Chandni Patel, and moderator Sarah Aminzadeh Milinsky — for bringing such depth and expertise to this conversation.

We explored how cultural norms and expectations - particularly in South Asian, Middle Eastern, and broader Asian families - shape client participation, decision-making, and case outcomes in divorce. Gold. Extended family influences and obligations. Patriarchal dynamics. Pride. Attitudes toward therapy and conflict resolution. The collaborative model is uniquely positioned to address and navigate such culturally significant issues.

It was such an interesting discussion - we needed more time! Thank you to everyone that came out!

04/03/2026

🎙️Sharing a must-listen-to episode from our very own Katie Franklin, LPC-S and Meagan Jackson, LPC-S, RPT-S on ✨But the Years Are Short✨ podcast!

In this episode they’re tackling one of the hardest moments in any divorce — telling your kids. They walk through the 7 things every child needs to hear when their family is changing, including when to have the conversation, what to say (and what NOT to say), and how to support your kids in the days that follow.

Give it a listen and share with anyone who might need it. 💛

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Jjt2HaNNlRNKRZXoFFWU3?si=dfa04f6e75094b7c

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-7-things-kids-need-to-hear-when-youre-divorcing/id1836480974?i=1000754447844

Podcast Episode · But the Years Are Short · March 10 · 47m

03/27/2026

📢 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT! 💥

Yesterday at the Spring Collaborative Conference, CDCC member Esther R. Donald- Family Law Attorney was recognized as a Master Credentialed Collaborative Professional! 🏆 She was one of the five professionals honored on stage. Such an incredible achievement! We are proud of you, Esther!

03/27/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight✨

One of our original CDCC members, Camille Cooper Scroggins, will be speaking today at the 2026 Collaborative Spring Conference.

She will serve on the panel “Why I Prefer Litigation vs. Why I Don’t Litigate” where she and three other attorneys from various parts of Texas will discuss the portion of collaborative divorce in their respective family law practices and why, and benefits and drawbacks they experience in each process. Go, Camille!



03/26/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight

We’re proud to recognize CDCC member Jill Garrett Lowe for speaking today at the Collaborative Spring Conference. ✨ Jill participated in “The Balancing Act: How Law and the Collaborative Process Intertwine,” where she shared valuable insight on the role of the law in collaborative cases.

Go, Jill!! 📣