Family Office Collaborative Dispute Resolution is a process where families work with a multidisciplinary team to resolve conflicts without going to court.
Our signature Collaborative Dispute Resolution (CDR) process assembles a carefully selected team of specialists—family lawyers, financial neutrals, counselors, and certified mediators—to resolve family conflicts privately and constructively. Unlike traditional litigation, families retain complete control over the process, timeline, and outcomes.
Each party works with their own dedicated lawyer while sharing a jointly appointed financial expert who provides objective analysis. A family counselor focuses on preserving relationships and supporting children through transitions, while a trained facilitator coordinates all meetings to maintain productive dialogue.
We apply CDR to the full spectrum of family challenges: succession planning, family business disputes, divorce, inheritance disputes, and estate matters. This collaborative framework addresses not only the immediate conflict but preserves family traditions, values, and relationships for future generations.
As director of the
Hong Kong Collaborative Practice Group, Ann Cooley has been instrumental in advancing CDR throughout Asia. This leadership role reflects our commitment to keeping families out of court through innovative, relationship-preserving solutions.
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