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NEW YORK ASSOCIATION OF COLLABORATIVE PROFESSIONAL INC
ALBANY, NY · EIN 261231015 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · nycollaborativeprofessionals.org
revenue
$107K
expenses
$86K
net assets
$260K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

FORSTER AND SUPPORT PRINCIPLES OF COLLABORATIVE LAW.

profile · synthesized from sources

The New York Association of Collaborative Professionals (NYACP) is a professional association supporting attorneys, mental health practitioners, and financial professionals who practice collaborative law in the New York metropolitan area. The organization promotes a non-adversarial, interdisciplinary approach to divorce and family conflict resolution. It offers training, mentorship, networking, and resources to help members enhance their skills and client services.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Professional Symposium
Event to educate referral sources and other professionals about Collaborative Practice and advance the visibility of the field.
Member Library and Video Library
Resource hub offering over 50 reference documents, training materials, protocols, forms, and a video library of professional development content for members.
Mentorship Program
Free member benefit pairing experienced collaborative professionals with newer members for case consultation, practice guidance, and skill development over a four-month period.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution Standards & Accreditation 1 activity
    • Advancing collaborative law principles
      Advances and promotes the principles of collaborative law as a non-adversarial conflict resolution method, particularly in divorce and family transitions, through systemic advocacy and public education.
  • Professional Development and Standards in Marketing and Communications 1 activity
    • Developing professional tools and organizational programming
      Develops client engagement methods, resources, and programming for collaborative professionals and operates working groups focused on strategic planning, website development, and social media to support organizational growth.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Hosting networking and educational events for professionals
      Organizes an annual symposium, ongoing networking events, and regional community-building opportunities to connect collaborative professionals with colleagues and referral sources and educate others about Collaborative Practice.
  • Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
    • Maintaining professional resources and member libraries
      Provides a Member-Only Video Library with recorded professional development content and a library of over 50 reference documents to support members in promoting their practice and serving clients effectively.
  • Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
    • Operating mentorship and peer support programs for professionals
      Runs a structured mentorship program that pairs experienced collaborative professionals with mentees for four-month cycles, recommending monthly two-hour meetings and hosting group check-ins to support case guidance and practice management.
  • Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
    • Providing professional development and training for collaborative professionals
      Offers interdisciplinary education, training programs, and continuing education to legal, mental health, and financial professionals to foster excellence in Collaborative Practice, including mandatory training hours and annual certification requirements.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Administering membership and advanced credentials
      Offers four membership categories (Professional, Associate, Retired, Student) with prorated dues and administers a Seal of Advanced Training requiring 18 hours of approved training, including 3 hours on domestic violence and 15 on advanced topics.
    • Conducting and publishing research on collaborative practice
      Authors and publishes research articles and white papers on collaborative prenuptial agreements, team-based divorce approaches, and family law in professional journals including Family Law Monthly, Law Journal Newsletter, and the NYSBA journal.
    • Facilitating collaborative divorce and family dispute resolution
      Guides clients through the Collaborative Process to develop legally binding marital settlement agreements, assists in filing for final divorce judgments in New York, and supports negotiated settlements that reduce emotional trauma and protect family assets.
    • Providing public education resources on divorce and collaboration
      Produces and maintains a library of videos, articles, and educational content—such as the “Collaborative Chats” series—on divorce laws, equitable distribution, emotional well-being, and the impact of parental conflict on children to support families navigating divorce.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$107K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$70K65%
Investment income$5K5%
Other revenue$150
expenses
Total expenses$86K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$260K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$260K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +12.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 10
  • ANTHONY MARKUS — BOARD MEMBER
  • CATHERINE CANADE — BOARD MEMBER
  • IVAN ALTER — BOARD MEMBER
  • JACQUELINE CAPUTO — BOARD MEMBER
  • KATHLEEN DONELLI — BOARD MEMBER
  • KRISTEN LYNDAKER — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARCUS FERNANDEZ — BOARD MEMBER
  • MELISSA DOOGSTEIN — BOARD MEMBER
  • MICHELLE LEWIS — BOARD MEMBER
  • RANDY HELLER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • Ackerman Institute for the Family Partner — Collaborates with board member Elana Katz, who directs the Family and Divorce Mediation Program at the institute.
  • Andrea Vacca, Esq. Partner — Member and contributor offering guidance on communication during divorce.
  • Ellen Jancko-Baken Partner — President of NYACP who provides organizational updates and leadership communications.
  • Ellen Jancko-Baken Partner — President of NYACP who provides organizational updates and leadership.
  • International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Network — Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, a global network with over 4,000 members in 19 countries.
  • International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Network — NYACP supports the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, a global network with over 3,000 members in 19 countries.
  • International Association of Collaborative Professionals Partner — Recognized as an approved provider of acceptable interdisciplinary collaborative training for membership qualification.
  • Katherine Miller, Esq. Partner — Member and contributor providing educational content on collaborative divorce.
  • Ken Novenstern Partner — Member professional who produces educational content on collaborative law and divorce-related issues for the NYACP library.
  • Lawrence N. Rothbart, Esq. Partner — Member and contributor providing educational content on collaborative law.
  • Melissa Goodstein Partner — Hosts the "Collaborative Chats" video series as NYACP Past President.
  • NYACP Office Partner — Administrative office supporting committee operations and member inquiries.
  • Nancy Kaye Kirsch, CFP Partner — Financial professional and contributor explaining the role of financial neutrals in collaborative divorce.
  • Tony Markus Partner — Featured guest in the "Collaborative Chats" video series.
  • Videosocials.net Partner — Partners with Videosocials.net to offer members a video marketing package for creating and posting video blogs to promote their expertise.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Client-Centered Collaborative Practice
    methodology: collaborative_divorce
    By using a non-adversarial, interdisciplinary, and client-centered process, we produce more sustainable and respectful conflict resolution outcomes because it preserves dignity, fosters mutual understanding, and prioritizes the needs and interests of all parties involved.
  • Culturally Competent and Inclusive Practice
    methodology: cultural_competence_and_inclusion
    By prioritizing diversity, equity, and cultural competence, we improve access and fairness in conflict resolution because reducing implicit bias and ensuring inclusive services allows all individuals, regardless of background, to engage fully and equitably in the collaborative process.
  • Interdisciplinary Team Approach
    methodology: interdisciplinary-collaborative-practice
    By integrating legal, financial, and mental health professionals in collaborative practice, we improve family-centered outcomes because diverse expertise enables holistic, coordinated support that addresses emotional, legal, and economic dimensions of family transitions.
  • Non-Adversarial Legal Pathways
    methodology: no-fault_divorce_process
    By utilizing no-fault divorce statutes and paper-based processes, we reduce conflict and procedural burden because avoiding court appearances and adversarial framing enables couples to dissolve marriages with greater autonomy, privacy, and emotional well-being.
  • Peer-Supported Professional Development
    methodology: peer-mentorship
    By fostering mentorship, peer consultation, and multidisciplinary peer groups, we strengthen the quality of collaborative practice because practitioners develop skills through trusted relationships and collective problem-solving rather than top-down training.