Easier than Ever to be Collaboratively Trained!

UPDATE: The first online training was so well received, MCLC is planning a second. The next training will be held March 3-5 from 10AM - 4PM. Register here.

The Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council's Introduction to Collaborative Law Training won't be stopped by COVID-19.

The training is September 23-25 from 8AM - 2PM via Zoom.

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Collaborative Law is a dispute resolution process similar to mediation but with many differences. It is an opportunity to expand your out-of-court negotiation practice, to increase your negotiation skill-set, and to provide additional service options to your clients. If you've heard about Collaborative Law but you're still not sure, learn more about Collaborative Law by watching this 4-part video series, or reach out to me directly to schedule a meeting to discuss.

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More Info on the Training:

Save time, money, and your commute in this virtual IACP approved basic training in collaborative law.

Learn the fundamentals of the Collaborative Law model and how to apply it to both Family & Business Law cases.
Develop results-oriented techniques to help clients reach successful resolutions to disputes.
Identify and implement strategies to navigate challenging cases and to achieve success with high-conflict clients.
Train with experienced professionals who are passionate about the team approach.
Learn best practices for both in-person and virtual collaborative work
Fulfill the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) standards for a Collaborative Law Intro Training.

Newly added: Interactive sessions and best practices on how to work virtually with clients.

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