Frequently Asked Questions

How long will this take? / What is the process?

The process that you would go through when working with Tilton & Solot is dependant upon your type of case. For all cases, Tilton and Solot offers a free 30-minute meeting to discuss your case with you.

The following overviews the process for each type of law focused upon by Tilton & Solot.

Bankruptcy

An initial meeting may be scheduled to determine whether or not filing bankruptcy would help the client achieve his or her goals. Then, follow-up meetings are scheduled to prepare bankruptcy paperwork, including schedules of assets and liabilities and the required "means test." After filing the required paperwork, meetings will be scheduled with the client and creditors to answer questions and assist in filing of any required paperwork.

Domestic law

Cases traditionally include assistance in preparation of divorce paperwork and pleadings, attending all court hearings and assisting in preparation for file and settlement. The collaborative approach would involve meeting with the other collaborative attorney and party to seek a settlement and solution that is satisfactory to both parties and meets the needs of both parties. There is a pledge not to go to court and the focus on attaining resolution.

Commercial Collections
Real Estate Transactions
Probate

The attorney meets with the client to discuss his needs, and design an overview to formulate a plan based on those needs.

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What is Collaborative Law?

Collaborative Practice is a reasonable approach to divorce based on three principles:

  • A pledge not to go to court
  • An honest exchange of information by both spouses
  • A solution that takes into account the highest priorities of both spouses and their children.

The key difference between Collaborative Practice and conventional divorce is the pledge to reach an agreement without going to court. You and your spouse keep control of the decisions yourselves, rather than giving it up to a judge. In order to accomplish that, all of the parties consent in writing to be part of a respectful process that leads to an out-of-court resolution. With Collaborative Practice, the goal is to develop effective relationships, solve problems jointly, and prevent a court battle.

For more information on Collaborative Law, please contact us or visit these links on the web.

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