Collaborative Law Training

What is the Introductory
Collaborative Law Training?

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR NEXT TRAINING: Sept. 24-25, 2026 in Bellevue, WA

OFFERED ANNUALLY BY KCCL (usually in September)

During this interactive 2-day training, we will introduce the fundamentals of the Collaborative Law model.  You will develop an understanding of the interdisciplinary team approach to conflict resolution from experienced practitioners in the field.
 
This course is intended for attorneys, mental health professionals, financial professionals, and others who would like to help support parties through conflict in a non-adversarial manner.

The course faculty will include KCCL members and Collaborative professionals representing every role in the collaborative process, who will share their experiences in professional team best practices, challenging client dynamics, surprising outcomes, and much more.

Click here to view a sample agenda from a past training.

Click here for information on KCCL Scholarships for this training.

CLE Credits: 14 hours
Questions?  Email: training@kingcountycollab.org

Thank you to our 2025 Training Sponsors!

Divorce with Dignity Law and Coaching - Ariella Shuster - www.divorcewithdignitylaw.com
Skellenger Bender
Ali Keller and April Benson of Holman Cahill, Ives Oliver, and Garrett Andersen PLLC, Attorneys and Counselors at Law
SDS - Seattle Divorce Services

Sakaguchi Felbeck Story and Reese

Frequently Asked Questions

ABOUT THE TRAINING

When & where is training held?

I am not a mental health provider, attorney or financial neutral. Can I still attend?

Are there any scholarships available?

I’m not sure I’ll practice Collaborative Law. How is this training helpful for litigation attorneys?

This 2-day interactive training introduces the Collaborative Law model through experienced practitioners sharing real-world cases, team dynamics, and best practices.

What’s In It for Litigators—Even If You Never Practice Collaborative Law:

Differentiate your practice – Offer clients informed guidance about all their options

Enhance client communication – Learn proven techniques for difficult conversations and managing expectations

Understand family dynamics – Better grasp divorcing couples’ psychology and children’s needs for more effective strategies

Handle “failed” Collaborative cases better – Understand what happened before these cases reached your desk

Expand your conflict resolution toolkit – Add practical de-escalation and creative problem-solving skills

Improve case efficiency – Learn management techniques that streamline your practice

Build your referral network – Connect with mental health and financial professionals

PLUS- earn 14 CLEs!

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