In this video, divorce attorney Ken Novenstern discusses the importance of the intangibles in collaborative law, reflecting on a recent conversation with Bobby Pierson, the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Coordinator for the 9th Judicial District of the NYS Unified Court System. Ken explains how the structure of collaborative law—particularly the participation agreement and its disqualification clause—builds trust and transparency for clients by ensuring attorneys remain focused on resolution rather than litigation.
Ken also highlights the vibrant ADR professional community where attorneys, financial experts, and mental health professionals consistently train, share knowledge, and work together to support clients with sensitivity and respect. This culture of collaboration and mutual trust exemplifies what makes the collaborative law process such a constructive and human-centered alternative to traditional divorce litigation.
Learn about the ADR programs and initiatives of the 9th Judicial District in the NYS Court System at https://ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/9jd/ADR.shtml
Ken’s colleagues in the Northern Westchester Collaborative Divorce (NWCD) group:
- Ivan Alter, Esq.
- Lauren Behrman, Ph.D.
- Margaret A. Clark, Esq.
- Arnold Cribari, Esq.
- Melissa Goodstein, Esq.
- Margaretha L. Gravett, Esq.
- MaryEllen Linnehan, Esq.
- Anthony C. Markus, Esq.
- Andrew Samalin, CFP®, EA, CDFA™
- Meg Sussman, Ph.D.
You can learn more about each of these professionals at https://collaborateny.com/find-a-professional
Kenneth J. Novenstern is a partner at Fredman Baken & Novenstern, LLP. With offices in Mount Kisco and White Plains, NY, they provide legal services including divorce, separation, custody related matters, and pre and post nuptial agreements.
If you have questions regarding divorce in New York, contact Ken Novenstern at (914) 997-9070 or (914) 241-2400. You can also email him at knovenstern@fbndivorcelaw.com or book a consultation through their website at https://fbndivorcelaw.com/contact.
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