Divorce Negotiation Simulator
Practice your negotiation approach with different counterparty personas and receive coaching feedback.
How to Use This Simulator
Select a negotiation persona below. You'll practice negotiating with different counterparty styles and receive coaching feedback on your approach. Each persona represents a different negotiation challenge you might face in real divorce settlement discussions.
- •Start simple: Begin with the Amicable persona
- •Challenge yourself: Try the Aggressive attorney next
- •Practice depth: Explore interests with the Mediator
Amicable Ex-Spouse
Collaborative, willing to settle fairly. Focused on children's stability and moving forward constructively.
Negotiation Style
- •Open financial disclosure
- •Children-first mentality
- •Willing to compromise
- •Wants quick, amicable settlement
Best For
Practice building consensus and finding mutual gains. Good for developing collaborative negotiation skills.
Recommended Strategy
- →Build on their collaborative tone
- →Propose fair package deals
- →Emphasize children's stability
- →Document agreements clearly
Aggressive Divorce Attorney
Competitive, maximizing for their client. Uses legal pressure tactics, threatens litigation, may hide assets.
Negotiation Style
- •Hardball negotiation tactics
- •Litigation threats
- •Asset concealment
- •Demanding positions
Best For
Practice holding firm on your priorities and anchoring with formulas. Develops assertiveness and BATNA awareness.
Recommended Strategy
- →Don't react to threats emotionally
- →Anchor positions with SSAG/support formulas
- →Request documentation of all claims
- →Know your litigation BATNA
Mediator-Style
Interest-based approach focused on children's best interests. Seeks creative solutions that work for everyone.
Negotiation Style
- •Interest-focused questions
- •Children-centered
- •Creative problem-solving
- •Sustainable agreement focus
Best For
Practice exploring interests and generating creative solutions. Develops active listening and collaborative problem-solving.
Recommended Strategy
- →Focus on interests, not positions
- →Explore multiple options creatively
- →Highlight mutual gains opportunities
- →Propose solutions that benefit children
Important Reminders
- •This simulation is for practice and education only
- •Real divorce negotiations should always involve a qualified family lawyer
- •Coaching tips are general guidance, not personalized legal advice
- •Family law varies significantly by jurisdiction — always consult your own lawyer