My Collaborative Team

08/25/2026

In the Collaborative Process, the financial neutral plays a unique role, one built on transparency, trust, and shared information.

What happens when one party wants to share confidential information with the financial neutral?

In our latest article, Alfred Zeiler explores why a financial neutral may need to step out of the room rather than receive confidential information and how doing so protects the integrity of the Collaborative Process.

Read the full article at the link below.

Written by Alfred Zeiler CPA, CBA, CVA I recently participated in a mediation involving a collaborative case that was in danger of falling apart. As the collaborative financial neutral, I had been moving between the two caucus rooms with the mediator, helping the parties and their attorneys work thr...

08/19/2026

Introducing The Think Tank!

We’re revamping My Collaborative Team’s virtual happy hour into a new weekly opportunity to connect, collaborate, and learn with fellow Collaborative Law professionals.

Starting after Labor Day, The Think Tank will meet every Friday at 1:00 p.m. ET for engaging conversations, practical insights, and meaningful discussions about Collaborative Law.

Once each month, My Collaborative Team members will have the opportunity to earn CLE credit for participating. CLE credits are reciprocal in almost all states, making The Think Tank a great way to stay connected while continuing your professional education.

Weekly conversations. Monthly CLE. One collaborative community.

We can’t wait to see you at The Think Tank!

08/10/2026

Sometimes, the habits that make us successful professionals can quietly get in the way of true collaboration.

Are you recognizing any of these habits in yourself?

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Written by My Collaborative Team Marketing Director Eric Sachs Most Collaborative Professionals don't wake up one morning and decide to derail a case. In fact, quite the opposite. We enter the room wanting to help. We want our clients to feel heard. We want to guide difficult conversations toward th...

08/05/2026

When an employee is going through a divorce, the effects often extend beyond their personal life. Time away for meetings, court appearances, and appointments, decreased focus, emotional stress, and changes in workplace dynamics can create challenges for both employees and employers.

Many businesses recognize the importance of supporting employees through major life events, but divorce is often overlooked.

Read more about how divorce may be costing businesses more than we realize and why employers should understand the value of Collaborative Divorce:

https://mycollaborativeteam.com/divorce-is-costing-businesses-more-than-we-may-know/

08/03/2026

Who leads a Collaborative team?

Here's the twist, it's not about having all the answers.

The strongest Collaborative leaders create an environment where every team member can contribute, challenge ideas, and take ownership. They replace command-and-control with trust, curiosity, and shared accountability.

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All teams need a leader or play caller. In most team sports, the leader is the coach. The coach runs the practices, sets the game plan and calls the plays. One of the defining features of the Collaborative Process is that there is no single leader of the Collaborative team. The team is intentionally...

07/22/2026

Success in a Collaborative Practice isn't just about serving your clients. It's also about taking care of yourself.

When your calendar is full and your caseload keeps growing, stepping away can feel impossible. Making time to rest isn't a luxury, it's an investment in your well-being, your effectiveness, and the quality of service you provide.
Whether it's a long weekend, a family vacation, or simply unplugging for an afternoon, taking time to recharge helps you return with greater clarity, creativity, and focus.

Read our latest blog to discover why prioritizing time off is one of the smartest decisions you can make for your practice and yourself.

Read the full blog at the link in our comments.

For many professionals, taking time off feels like an indulgence rather than a necessity. Attorneys, accountants, financial advisors, and mental health professionals often wear their relentless work ethic as a badge of honor. There is always another client to call, another email to answer, another d...