Collaborative law is a voluntary dispute resolution process that does not involve the courts. It is a process that is based on facilitative principles, such as mediation, but is distinct from mediation in that the parties are represented by their own lawyers who facilitate the discussion in accordance with an agreement.
A JUDGE has extended the power of attorney of sectioned Britney Spears' father and a lawyer until February 14 and appointed a doctor to evaluate the troubled pop star's competence to make decisions.