We started talking publicly about Cooperative Family Law for one reason: too many Montanans believe divorce has to mean a long, expensive courtroom war. It doesn't. In these conversations, Misty Gaubatz and Ashley Hurlbert, the attorneys who co-developed the cooperative approach in Western Montana, break down how families can separate with less conflict, lower cost, and better outcomes for their children.
Featured Interview
Watch Misty Gaubatz and Ashley Hurlbert discuss their approach to family law and what led A&M Law to pioneer Cooperative Family Law:
Topics We Cover
Our conversations return to the questions families ask us most. A sample of what we dig into:
What Is Cooperative Family Law?
An introduction to the approach we pioneered in Western Montana, and how it differs from traditional divorce.
Keeping Children Out of the Conflict
Why a cooperative parenting plan protects kids, and what a child-centered process looks like.
The Real Cost of Divorce
Where the money actually goes in a litigated divorce, and how the cooperative model lowers it.
Cooperative vs. Collaborative vs. Mediation
Plain-language comparisons to help you choose the right path for your family.
When Cooperative Divorce Isn't the Answer
An honest look at the situations where a different approach protects you better.
From Our Blog
Prefer to read? Many of these topics are covered in depth on our blog. Start with What Is Cooperative Family Law?, How We Invented Cooperative Family Law, and The Emotional Benefits of Cooperative Divorce.