FL S1190

Creates the "Collaborative Law Act" (Part III of Chapter 61, Florida Statutes) to establish a uniform system for collaborative law processes in family law matters under chapters 61 and 742.

Defines collaborative law as a voluntary, non-adversarial process where parties sign a participation agreement and are represented by collaborative attorneys to resolve disputes without tribunal intervention.

Establishes that collaborative law communications are confidential and privileged, with limited exceptions for public records, threats of violence, criminal activity, professional misconduct claims, child/adult abuse cases, and certain contract disputes.

Requires that a tribunal may not order a party to participate in collaborative law over their objection, and the process terminates if a party initiates court proceedings, discharges their attorney, or gives written notice of termination without all parties' agreement.

Delays effectiveness of the act 30 days after Florida Supreme Court approval and publication of Professional Conduct rules on attorney disqualification and Family Law Rules governing collaborative law participation agreements and court stay procedures.