Your Trusted Legal Partners For Collaborative And Cooperative Divorce
As a father-daughter team, we deeply understand the importance of family. Instead of focusing on winning arguments in a divorce, we prioritize providing collaborative and cooperative divorce solutions to help clients and their families move forward with dignity and peace.
Providing Collaborative And Cooperative Divorce Solutions To Families In Lee County And Throughout Southwest Florida.
Cooperative Divorce
Division Of Property & Assets
We Don’t Just Promote A Better Divorce Process – We Helped Build It
At Sheldon E. Finman, P.A., we focus on helping divorcing spouses find mutually agreeable solutions, avoiding additional and unnecessary conflict in an already challenging situation. That is why we engage in collaborative and cooperative divorces, serving individuals and families in Lee County and across Southwest Florida.
After seeing the needless and sometimes irretrievable damage to families caused by courtroom battles, Sheldon Finman has helped build a better way. He co-created Lee County’s cooperative divorce model, a process that encourages couples to reach agreements through interest-based negotiations. His daughter, Julia Lynn Finman, is equally dedicated to positively impacting the lives of clients, their children and their families.
As a father-daughter team, we know your case is personal. Although we are ethically allowed to represent one spouse, we are personally invested in finding solutions that strengthen your family bonds instead of destroying them. We are here to help you sidestep the often hostile and costly back-and-forth that a traditional approach to divorce poses.
Providing A Respectful And Cost-Effective Alternative To Adversarial Divorce
Divorce is not just a legal process; it’s a significant life transition. The path you take as you begin this new chapter doesn’t have to be a destructive one. Instead, it can be a path built on respect and cooperation.
Allow us to steer you away from traditional adversarial divorce, which often creates more pain and conflict. Instead, we will help you explore alternative dispute resolution processes that are not only less damaging but also more cost-effective. We are here for you, providing clear, calm and supportive counsel at every step of the divorce process.
As a Florida Bar board-certified family law attorney and one of the legal minds behind the cooperative divorce model used in Lee County today, Mr. Finman can provide you with thoughtful insights and strategies on protecting your family’s well-being.
Your Family’s Future Deserves A Thorough Conversation
The choices you make now can shape your family’s well-being for years to come. Through a personal, confidential initial consultation, we can show you what your divorce process will look like and discuss your goals and solutions which work best for you and your family.
To schedule a consultation with a divorce attorney at Sheldon E. Finman, P.A., call 239-215-4952 or reach out through our online contact form.
Who We Are
We are different from traditional divorce attorneys. Our dedication is evident in the positive feedback from former clients, highlighting our commitment to serving clients, children, and families. Our focus is on maintaining family bonds with minor children and facilitating a transition from marriage to a restructured family dynamic.
Sheldon, also known as Shelly, a Vietnam War U.S. Army veteran and Bronze Star recipient, shifted from the traditional adversarial practice model when he became Lee County’s first trained mediator in 1983. He was also part of the inaugural Florida Bar Board Certified Family Law class in 1985. Over the past 30+ years, Shelly has received numerous awards for his contributions to transforming family law both in and out of court. Shelly has received numerous awards and recognition for his contributions in transforming family law, both in and out of court, in Southwest Florida and throughout the U.S.
Prioritizing accessibility, we treat every client with the utmost care and respect, striving for the best outcomes. In situations where clients face dominant spouses, we aim to level the playing field and advocate for a balanced outcome. Shelly‘s credentials, available on our website, include a certificate in “mental health first aid,” which aids colleagues struggling with addiction. Our training in recognizing personality disorders allows us to support clients in unique ways.
Finally, our identity is more than words. Divorce is a significant life event and an emotional journey. Our approach centers on guiding and supporting clients, beyond just legalities.
Meet The Attorneys
Sheldon E. Finman
Julia Lynn Finman