Portland, OR family law attorney Kaite Goss talks about how collaborative divorce works in Oregon. Collaborative law in Oregon is an alternative process that individuals can voluntarily choose to participate in. One of its hallmarks is that it takes place outside the litigation context. Families enter this process with the goal of identifying their shared objectives and working together creatively to develop a solution that best meets their needs. A key distinction between collaborative law and other divorce methods is that it occurs outside of the court system. While participating in the process, the parties may consider and understand what a court might do to resolve their disputes, but they weigh that alongside other options, including potential solutions that the court may not be able to provide.