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A collection of articles by CPSV members containing information on various collaborative practices, divorce, and trusts and estates topics.
Collaborative planning is based on a team concept. A professional team with expertise in several areas of practice is assembled based on the needs of the particular family in question. Think of it as your own, personal “dream team,” assembled not to push someone else’s agenda, but to support you and your family in creating …
How much would it mean to you to experience the joy of seeing your family happy, healthy and thriving? What if each member felt connected and heard, and found the mentoring and support to reach his or her potential? What if you and your family had the tools, knowledge and support to open doors to …
© 2014 Peter W. Johnson, Jr. The topic of estate planning can be a touchy, even taboo subject. But discussing it openly can be an enriching experience, and can have a significant long-term positive impact on your family. Here are some gentle ways to begin to address this sensitive issue with family members. When approaching …
The Collaborative Practice Revolution in Trusts & Estates Guest Speakers: Peter Johnson, PWJohnson Wealth ManagementNancy Ross, BSR Counseling ServicesVictoria Tran Sood, Tran Sood Law Firm Summary: A discussion around the benefits of the Collaborative Practice inter-disciplinary team approach, and how it can be applied to pre-mortem as well as post-mortem estate planning and settlement. The …
David Hoffman, who lectures at Harvard University and is a co-founder of Boston Collaborative Law, presents a powerful and inspiring TEDx talk on Lawyers as Peacemakers at Northern Illinois University in June, 2016. This is well worth the 17 minutes it takes to watch, and presents the big-picture view of the revolution in legal services that …
Nancy Ross, LCSW, discusses the history of Collaborative Practice, and her involvement with its development in this interview with Peter Johnson, held on February 11, 2016. During the interview, Nancy illustrates the benefits of Collaborative Practice to families, as well as its contribution to the development of professional leaders. She also touches on the recent …
