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Collaborative practice is about working together to settle disputes, without going to court.

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Family law — a different approach

Collaborative Practice helps families to work together to resolve parenting and financial issues without the need to go to court.

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Wills & Estates

Collaborative Practice means working with families to resolve estate or succession planning issues without ending up in court.

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What is Collaborative Practice?

Collaborative Practice is a way of settling disputes outside of courts. Participants are given legal, financial and emotional support by accredited professionals, enabling them to find fitting solutions while maintaining their important relationships.

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Family Law

Separating from a spouse is always a difficult process, which can be made much harder by a lengthy litigation process. Collaborative practice is ideally suited to helping families undergoing separation by removing many of the factors that make divorce such a trying time.

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Wills and Estates

Estate disputes that can arise after the loss of a family member are emotionally and financially difficult. The primary aim of the Collaborative Practice model in Wills and Estates is to help families resolve estate or succession planning issues without ending up in Court.

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The Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals Ltd (AACP) is a national organisation of professionals practicing legal, social, and financial services. The AACP supports its members through education, networking and providing resources while advocating for the use of collaborative practice in Australia.

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Latest News

November 28, 2024 Uncategorised

QACP becomes an Integrated Member of AACP

We are thrilled to announce that QACP has joined both CP(NSW) and CollabSA, to become an integrated member of the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals (AACP). This integration represents a significant step forward in creating a unified national network.  By aligning across the states and territories, we present a stronger, more cohesive front, empowering our…

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November 26, 2024 Uncategorised

CP(NSW) 2024 Main Event

AACP’s outgoing President, Sue Abrams had the privilege of attending CP(NSW)’s 2024 Main Event in Sydney on 14 November 2024, a sold-out gathering at the fabulous de Vine Food and Wine! Attendees heard from the extraordinary Amani Haydar, an award-winning advocate, artist and author about her life experiences. Amani’s powerful story of resilience – addressing…

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November 26, 2024 Uncategorised

AACP Board Arounds

What is a “Board Around”? AACP introduced its “Board Around” initiative in 2020, as part of its commitment to fostering stronger connections with collaborative communities across Australia. The concept is simple yet impactful: the AACP Board holds in-person meetings in different states and territories on a rotational basis, enabling the Board to conduct its business…

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Upcoming Training and Events

02
May

Coach in Collaborative Practice in 2025

Online

The Coach in Collaborative Practice Course, offered by Shelby Timmins of Divorce Done Differently, is an advanced training program for professionals who have completed introductory Collaborative Practice training.

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22
Feb

Resolve Estate Advanced Collaborative Practice Training Sydney

Sydney

This 1-day course will build on your Collaborative Practice foundations, improve your skills to manage multi-party matters and give you a deeper understanding of how to facilitate the resolution of family conflict over inheritance.

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