Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know firs
Custody and Divorce Attorneys Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson
Minnesota Attorney Shelley Torvinen finally found us in the big city (Chicago) after a long drive to our virtual studio*. With a promise of hot chocolate and plenty of encouragement, we coaxed her from her car, walked her through our weed-strewn parking lot, and down the stairs past a creaky iron door, to a rusty office chair. We cleared away a pile of spiders and dust, gave her a seat at the table with us, and then applied our usual psychological pressure. In this Episode 44, recorded on March 12, 2025 by the light of a Coleman gas lantern and between bites of Norwegian lutefisk (in honor of our Minnesota guest,) Shelley did not wilt under our interrogation. It's clear that Shelley, despite laboring in the trenches for over 30 years, has not lost her enthusiasm and compassion for the practice of family law. We spent an hour jabbering about situations, stories, hints and creative ideas -- and family law and procedures in three states (Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin.) Hopefully, our non-lawyer listeners will find our wide-ranging discussion to be useful and helpful!Attorney Shelley Torvinen practices in Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, handling family-law cases in courtrooms and courthouses big and small, far and wide. To schedule a consultation, and maybe be treated to hot chocolate and lutefisk, visit her website at www.wiscotalm.com or call her at (218) 625-2239. ==================About the hosts of 'Dynamite Divorce and Other Matters," a project spanning over four years:Chicago Lawyers Marjie Nielsen, Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 70 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. They don't always agree They work tirelessly to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/about-us Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu call his cell # 312-493-4241* (we actually record our episodes remotely using Zoom.)=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
We met with Attorney Carmen Quinones, from Wilmette (a suburb of Chicago.) She's fun to talk with. Parking her car in our weed-strewn parking lot and making it safely down the stairs to our drafty, underground virtual studio, Carmen brought a wealth of knowledge, kindness and good humor to our round-table discussion. She has uncounted years of experience, both as a psychology professional in Virginia and Illinois, and as an attorney for adults and children here in Chicago. In this Episode 43, recorded by flickering candlelight on October 23, 2024, with small creatures scurrying around on the floors and walls (it was almost Halloween,) Marjie, Barry and Kevin put Carmen under extreme psychological pressure to spill some secrets and tell some war stories, and she did not disappoint. While she is appointed by judges to represent children in some cases, she is also hired by parents and spouses to represent them directly in other cases. To schedule a consultation with Attorney Carmen Quinones, and to tap into her warmth and insight, call her at 847-920-0200. ==================About the hosts of 'Dynamite Divorce and Other Matters," a project spanning nearly four years:Chicago Lawyers Marjie Nielsen, Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 70 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. They work tirelessly to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/about-us Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu call his cell # 312-493-4241=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
In this Episode 42 - recorded on May 8th, 2024, Marjie, Barry and Kevin host retired Judge Mark Lopez, formerly of the Cook County (IL) Circuit Court, Domestic Relations Division. In this wide-ranging discussion, Judge Lopez shares some insights and perspectives from his 22 years on the bench. Some topics are:Should you be scared to appear in Court?How are judges chosen in Cook County?What does a judge look at when deciding cases?Can you take off your shirt in Zoom court? (No.)Does it help to be loud and boisterous in Court?What is a 'pretrial?'When can you ask for a change of judge in your case? Judge Lopez now works as a mediator and arbitrator for JAMS, a private dispute-resolution firm. He's got experience in resolving family-law and other conflicts! Call JAMS and ask for him at 312-655-0555. ==================About the hosts of 'Dynamite Divorce and Other Matters:"Chicago Lawyers Marjie Nielsen, Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 70 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. They work tirelessly to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/about-us Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu cell 312-493-4241=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
In this Episode 41 - recorded on January 19, 2024, Marjie, Barry and Kevin sit down with former prosecutor ('Assistant State's Attorney') Igor Bozic to talk about Juvenile Court -- and the RISKS that parents face in not maintaining a calm, steady atmosphere around their children at home.How does the Illinois child-protection agency (DCFS) begin focusing on you and your family? Screaming, yelling, throwing things in the house. Being overheard by neighbors. Having your kids witness arguments between the adults. Teachers, social workers, counselors as 'mandated reporters' to DCFS. Police and their duty to contact DCFS when kids are involved.How can DCFS take custody of your newborn baby even when you've never abused or neglected her? (Yes, it can happen.)What happens when DCFS knocks on your door for an unannounced home inspection? Is there any good news in all this? (Yes!) ==================About the hosts of 'Dynamite Divorce and Other Matters:" Chicago Lawyers Marjie Nielsen, Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 70 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. They work tirelessly to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/about-us Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu cell 312-493-4241=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
In this Episode 40 - recorded on September 8, 2023, Marjie (our new co-host), Barry and Kevin sit down with: Doctor of Psychology Pascale Piron https://emergepg.com/pascale-piron, for a look behind the mental-health curtain. Psychologist, therapist, counselor -- what's difference (other than cost?) Can all of them do counseling? testing? evaluations? Why therapy for kids is good, and how some parents try to sabotage it. Why adults in litigation or family-law conflicts can greatly benefit from therapy. And what about parents' fears that seeing a therapist might give the other side reasons to claim they're crazy? In this, Marjie's first episode as co-host, she, Barry and Kevin throw some spaghetti at the wall (figuratively,) telling Dr. Piron some of their best techniques for dealing with sticky, real-world situations, only to be humbled by Dr. Piron, who is ridiculously more qualified to speak about mental-health issues! And mental health is a big factor in family-law court cases, with some parents determined to 'win' at all costs -- even throwing their children into the fight. ==================About the hosts of 'Dynamite Divorce and Other Matters:" Chicago Lawyers Marjie Nielsen, Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 70 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. They work tirelessly to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/about-us Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu cell 312-493-4241=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
In this Episode 39 - recorded on July 20, 2023, Barry and Kevin answer some of the questions commonly asked of them by non-lawyers. There are links included below, including "Illinois Legal Aid Online," for people who would like some online help in preparing legal documents. While some of the questions and answers are specific to Cook County Circuit Court in Illinois, there are also some universal truths and principles that anyone should find useful, as they attempt to navigate a complicated court system. ==================Chicago Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin work to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu cell 312-493-4241=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
Back from a summer break, Barry and Kevin are again ready to ruminate and pontificate on the practice of family law. They are joined today by Chicago Attorney Clare McMahon from Hoffenberg & Block , who bravely wades into this wide-ranging discussion about the "Best Ideas and Worst Ideas in Family Law." In this Episode 38 - recorded in early December, 2022, Clare, Barry and Kevin gather around the (virtual) table to debate and explain some basic family-law concepts, as well as more-complicated techniques and battle-proven strategies. These three experienced attorneys pull out some tools from the family-law toolbox (some well-known and others not-so-well-known) , examine them in the light of experience, and discuss how they are useful, time-wasting or harmful. Terms and phrases like, "Discovery," "Deposition," "Deception," "Testimony," "Spew," and "Financial Affidavit" are tossed around freely, and mixed in with some war stories, anecdotal evidence and questionable opinionating. Why can't these intelligent people, these experienced practitioners, simply agree on one, efficient way of doing things? Could it be that practicing family law is more art than science? Might the complexity of human relationships have something to do with it? Listeners to this cacophonous, unscripted debate may learn some secrets of navigating family-law disputes arising from broken dreams, broken promises and broken relationships. They may even gain some hope, inspiration and a feeling of encouragement. ==================Chicago Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin work to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu cell 312-493-4241Our guest: Attorney Clare McMahon - Hoffenberg & Block 312-853-8000=============Intro/outro music for this episode: From #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/to-the-future License code: TLAELJDDAJJYICOF
In this Episode 37 - recorded on a hot day in June, 2022, Barry and Kevin discuss an insider's view of negotiating settlement agreements -- the kind that become divorce judgments, parenting-time orders, and custody ('allocation') judgments.When you receive a 20-page parenting-time proposal, what should you look for? How about "drop dead" ('self-executing') sentences and paragraphs -- which allow the other party to judge when an important line has been crossed (for example, failing to take the child to an athletic practice as scheduled) and now your rights and obligations instantly change (for example, you lose your Wednesday evenings permanently.) How about 'escape clauses,' sometimes couched as flexibly allowing 'special occasions' to step on the other parent's parenting time? One person's 'flexibility' is another person's fear and uncertainty. Or variable terms, like "1/2 of Spring Break," or "the first half of Winter Break," with no definite dates for the beginning and ending of those breaks? ==================Chicago Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin work to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu
In this Episode 36 - recorded in May, 2022, Barry and Kevin discuss what happens after a Divorce, Allocation Judgment or other Court Order has been entered. All that work, all the thinking and negotiating and planning -- so easy to fall apart or not work as planned.Kevin and Barry shares some stories and techniques for smoothing the way to the rest of your life -- your life after Court, when you have to live with the words on paper. ==================Chicago Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin work to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.orgMentioned in this episode: The Illinois 'Statewide Financial Affidavit' A pointer to the Illinois HFS Child Support Estimator The Hewitt case (Illinois Supreme Court, 2016)================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu
2021 was a busy year for our podcast, with a multitude of guests sharing ideas, hopes, dreams, techniques and behind-the-scenes secrets from their real-world experience. A bunch of lawyers and one Doctor of Psychology, what could go wrong?In this Episode 35 - recorded in February, 2022 without a net, and without a guest, Barry and Kevin remember and summarize the hours and hours of 'Dynamite Divorce and Other Matters' episodes recorded in 2021. ==================Chicago Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience in Custody, Divorce and other Family Law matters. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin work to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu
SEE THE LINKS BELOW!Safety and freedom. Who wouldn't want that? But abusive partners, spouses and other family members can put the safety and freedom of you and your children at risk. No one should live in constant fear of physical or emotional harm. Agencies, advocates and the legal system stand ready to help. On the other hand, no one should lose his or her home, children or freedom due to misuse of the legal system or false allegations of abuse. In this Episode 34, recorded on 12/9/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Kara Bekelya, an experienced Indiana attorney, shine a light on some gut-wrenching issues that don't get enough attention:abusive relationships, where victims can find understanding and help,some facts and insights about the court system, 'orders of protection,' what judges look for, how victims can protect themselves, the involvement and misuse of the police, and some ways to defend against false allegations. Some of the many resources out there:Indiana coalition against domestic violence: icadvinc.orgNational domestic violence hotline: www.thehotline.orgConnections for Abused Women and Children: www.cawc.orgWings program Chicago: wingsprogram.comFair Haven Rape Crisis Center: fairhavenrcc.orgSt. Jude house: www.stjudehouse.orgSarah's Inn: sarahsinn.orgBetween Friends www.betweenfriendschicago.org ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin work to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Indiana family-law and personal-injury attorney Kara Bekelya (contact her at: www.marshallslaw.com)===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu Guest: Attorney Kara Bekelya - www.marshallslaw.com
Parents. Children. Money. Power. Control. Disabled adults. What could go wrong? This podcast is about "Guardianship." It sounds like a blanket of comfort and protection. "Guardianship." The power to decide, for adults and children who can't. Protection against bad decisions and wasted assets sounds good! But having a guardian could mean the loss of control. Can you imagine having another person make your medical decisions, sell your house or spend your money? Who should have this awesome power?Sometimes, a guardianship clears up uncertainty. For example, when a single mother has mental or physical challenges and isn't able to raise her children. The schools or doctors can accept the guardian's decisions, in place of the parent. Or when a child receives a large amount of injury or accident money. The guardian helps protect and spend that money - under court supervision. However, when the numbers are very big, or the emotions are very strong, issues of POWER, MONEY AND CONTROL can rip apart a family. Some family members have even had fistfights in the hallway of the courthouse.In this Episode 33, parts One and Two, Recorded on 10/8/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Mark Broaddus, a very-experienced Chicago probate lawyer, discuss a variety of dilemmas and questions, including:Who can be a guardian? Do they have to pass a background check? Can anyone file for guardianship over someone's children? Do parents have to live in fear of this? At age 14, does a child have the power to choose a guardian? Can the child choose to move in with 'Uncle Burt,' because he has more money, and is more fun?How does a guardianship of a child differ from a child-custody case, or a juvenile-court case? What advance planning and documents can help prevent family meltdowns over power and money? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Chicago probate attorney Mark Broaddus (call him at 312-855-4057.)===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu Guest: Attorney Mark Broaddus - www.chuhak.com 312-855-4057
Parents. Children. Money. Power. Control. Disabled adults. What could go wrong? This podcast is about "Guardianship." It sounds like a blanket of comfort and protection. "Guardianship." The power to decide, for adults and children who can't. Protection against bad decisions and wasted assets sounds good! But having a guardian could mean the loss of control. Can you imagine having another person make your medical decisions, sell your house or spend your money? Who should have this awesome power?Sometimes, a guardianship clears up uncertainty. For example, when a single mother has mental or physical challenges and isn't able to raise her children. The schools or doctors can accept the guardian's decisions, in place of the parent. Or when a child receives a large amount of injury or accident money. The guardian helps protect and spend that money - under court supervision. However, when the numbers are very big, or the emotions are very strong, issues of POWER, MONEY AND CONTROL can rip apart a family. Some family members have even had fistfights in the hallway of the courthouse.In this Episode 33, parts One and Two, Recorded on 10/8/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Mark Broaddus, a very-experienced Chicago probate lawyer, discuss a variety of dilemmas and questions, including:Who can be a guardian? Do they have to pass a background check? Can anyone file for guardianship over someone's children? Do parents have to live in fear of this? At age 14, does a child have the power to choose a guardian? Can the child choose to move in with 'Uncle Burt,' because he has more money, and is more fun?How does a guardianship of a child differ from a child-custody case, or a juvenile-court case? What advance planning and documents can help prevent family meltdowns over power and money? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Chicago probate attorney Mark Broaddus (call him at 312-855-4057.)===================CARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nu Guest: Attorney Mark Broaddus - www.chuhak.com 312-855-4057
Often added to the legal and emotional turmoil of a divorce, custody, parentage, child-support or other family-law dispute are pressures over unpaid bills and debts. Banks and other creditors sometimes try to collect for a while, but when they give up, they "charge off" the debt and sell it to a "debt buyer" for 3 or 4 cents on the dollar. Then, a semi-automated collection campaign can begin.In this Episode 32, parts One and Two, Recorded on 8/10/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Michael Wood, an experienced Chicago consumer-law attorney, discuss:The clear-eyed (ruthless) way that banks and other creditors look at consumer debt.How consumers live with financial uncertainty as they navigate life's ups-and-downs.How -- on the other hand- banks and creditors face no uncertainty at all -- since they calculate, predict and price for the expected 'defaults.' How "debt buyers" snap up unpaid consumer debts at 3 or 4 cents on the dollar, but then attempt to collect the full amount through semi-automated pressure campaigns and lawsuits.How you can now use a government-authorized website to "pull your own credit report" not once a year, but every week (for free!) - Annualcreditreport.comFOR THOSE DEBTORS INVOLVED IN A FAMILY-LAW DISPUTE:Remember that the banks, creditors and "debt buyers" operate on a for-profit basis.While banks and creditors at least provide some goods or services, "debt buyers" provide only collection pressure and stress.Family-law disputes are stressful enough, but debt buyers and their attorneys try to collect payments by further increasing people's stress and turmoil.Debt buyers contact neighbors and extended family -- everyone in the consumer's physical and emotional vicinity -- to increase the collection pressure.A consumer-law attorney may be able to help. ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Chicago consumer-law attorney Michael Wood (312) 757-1880 https://communitylawyersgroup.com===================Free, weekly (no longer once/year) access to your own 'credit report': Annualcreditreport.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nuGuest: Attorney Michael Wood - https://communitylawyersgroup.com/
Often added to the legal and emotional turmoil of a divorce, custody, parentage, child-support or other family-law dispute are pressures over unpaid bills and debts. Banks and other creditors sometimes try to collect for a while, but when they give up, they "charge off" the debt and sell it to a "debt buyer" for 3 or 4 cents on the dollar. Then, a semi-automated collection campaign can begin.In this Episode 32, parts One and Two, Recorded on 8/10/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Michael Wood, an experienced Chicago consumer-law attorney, discuss:The clear-eyed (ruthless) way that banks and other creditors look at consumer debt.How consumers live with financial uncertainty as they navigate life's ups-and-downs.How -- on the other hand- banks and creditors face no uncertainty at all -- since they calculate, predict and price for the expected 'defaults.' How "debt buyers" snap up unpaid consumer debts at 3 or 4 cents on the dollar, but then attempt to collect the full amount through semi-automated pressure campaigns and lawsuits.How you can now use a government-authorized website to "pull your own credit report" not once a year, but every week (for free!) - Annualcreditreport.comFOR THOSE DEBTORS INVOLVED IN A FAMILY-LAW DISPUTE:Remember that the banks, creditors and "debt buyers" operate on a for-profit basis.While banks and creditors at least provide some goods or services, "debt buyers" provide only collection pressure and stress.Family-law disputes are stressful enough, but debt buyers and their attorneys try to collect payments by further increasing people's stress and turmoil.Debt buyers contact neighbors and extended family -- everyone in the consumer's physical and emotional vicinity -- to increase the collection pressure.A consumer-law attorney may be able to help. ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Chicago consumer-law attorney Michael Wood (312) 757-1880 https://communitylawyersgroup.com===================Free, weekly (no longer once/year) access to your own 'credit report': Annualcreditreport.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nuGuest: Attorney Michael Wood - https://communitylawyersgroup.com/
"We fought over the divorce, but now that it's over, my ex won't stop fighting about our children! Never a moment's peace! It's always one thing or another -- my ex always looks for exceptions and loopholes in our parenting agreement, and I'm always having to defend my actions and my time with my child! " IS THERE NO END? After a highly-contested court case involving divorce, child-custody or parenting-time, the arguing and name-calling can continue unabated. There's seemingly no escape from the feuding, sniping and arguing over language, procedures, decisions, calendar dates and time schedules. Every word, sentence or paragraph in a court order, when examined in microscopic detail and with full-throttle hostility, can have life-changing effect. Caught in the middle are the children, victims of the endless war that now threatens to poison the rest of their lives. IT MAY BE TIME FOR A "PARENTING COORDINATOR" TO STEP IN AND TAKE CONTROL.In this Episode 31, PART ONE, Recorded on 7/16/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Kathy Bojczuk, a Chicago-area attorney with years of family-law experience, discuss:How some parents argue long after court cases are finished,The laws or rules that allow a judge to appoint a "Parenting Coordinator,"When a Parenting Coordinator might be a good idea - or bad idea,Should the Parenting Coordinator be given the power to persuade, or the power to decide,Ways to work effectively with a Parenting Coordinator,Seeing the bright side of all this!BUT WHAT ABOUT:a parent's freedom to raise his or her children?a stranger interfering in basic decisions?the cost and complication of having a professional constantly "on call" for flare-ups and disagreements between the parents? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Chicago-area Attorney Kathy Bojczuk (773) 580-1122 www.bojczuklegal.com==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course online.divorce-education.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nuGuest: Attorney Kathy Bojczuk www.bojczuklegal.com
"We fought over the divorce, but now that it's over, my ex won't stop fighting about our children! Never a moment's peace! It's always one thing or another -- my ex always looks for exceptions and loopholes in our parenting agreement, and I'm always having to defend my actions and my time with my child! " IS THERE NO END? After a highly-contested court case involving divorce, child-custody or parenting-time, the arguing and name-calling can continue unabated. There's seemingly no escape from the feuding, sniping and arguing over language, procedures, decisions, calendar dates and time schedules. Every word, sentence or paragraph in a court order, when examined in microscopic detail and with full-throttle hostility, can have life-changing effect. Caught in the middle are the children, victims of the endless war that now threatens to poison the rest of their lives. IT MAY BE TIME FOR A "PARENTING COORDINATOR" TO STEP IN AND TAKE CONTROL.In this Episode 31, PART TWO, Recorded on 7/16/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Kathy Bojczuk, a Chicago-area attorney with years of family-law experience, discuss:How some parents argue long after court cases are finished,The laws or rules that allow a judge to appoint a "Parenting Coordinator,"When a Parenting Coordinator might be a good idea - or bad idea,Should the Parenting Coordinator be given the power to persuade, or the power to decide,Ways to work effectively with a Parenting Coordinator,Seeing the bright side of all this!BUT WHAT ABOUT:a parent's freedom to raise his or her children?a stranger interfering in basic decisions?the cost and complication of having a professional constantly "on call" for flare-ups and disagreements between the parents? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Chicago-area Attorney Kathy Bojczuk (773) 580-1122 www.bojczuklegal.com==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course online.divorce-education.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - www.divorce.nuGuest: Attorney Kathy Bojczuk www.bojczuklegal.com
This is terrible! First, I'm forced into a court battle for my child's future, now I have to be "evaluated" to see if I'm a good parent? OF COURSE I'm a good parent! It's my ex who's causing all the problems and lying about me! I hope the "professionals" will see that!In highly-contested child-custody and parenting-time cases, a judge will sometimes appoint a mental health professional to gather information and carefully sift through the conflicting and competing narratives and write a report. This is important stuff, since a professional's evaluation report can completely change the course of a divorce or custody case, and completely alter the life of the parents and their child. In this Episode 30, PART ONE, Recorded on 7/9/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Dr. Pascale Piron, a Chicago-based Doctor of Clinical Psychology, pull back the curtain and bring you behind the scenes. What goes through the mind of a mental health professional who must evaluate and report on:parenting skills, attitudes and demeanor, ability to work with the other parent, and ability to keep children safe. BUT HOW can: interviews with the parents and their 'collaterals' (friends, family members, teachers, others), some psychological tests, a review of documents and pictures from the parents, and an occasional home visit, possibly provide enough background to judge a person's life as a parent, their parenting abilities, who is telling the truth and who is acting out of spite? HOW can the mental health professional possibly decide whether someone should have the majority of time or decision-making for the child? No one can step into a parent's shoes and know the 'real' situation from such a snapshot, right? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Dr. Pascale Piron, a Chicago-based Doctor of Clinical Psychology Emerge Psychology Group: https://emergepg.com==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course online.divorce-education.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU or call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Guest: Dr. Pascale Piron, Emerge Psychology Group - https://emergepg.com
This is terrible! First, I'm forced into a court battle for my child's future, now I have to be "evaluated" to see if I'm a good parent? OF COURSE I'm a good parent! It's my ex who's causing all the problems and lying about me! I hope the "professionals" will see that!In highly-contested child-custody and parenting-time cases, a judge will sometimes appoint a mental health professional to gather information and carefully sift through the conflicting and competing narratives and write a report. This is important stuff, since a professional's evaluation report can completely change the course of a divorce or custody case, and completely alter the life of the parents and their child. In this Episode 30, PART TWO, Recorded on 7/9/2021, Barry, Kevin and guest Dr. Pascale Piron, a Chicago-based Doctor of Clinical Psychology, pull back the curtain and bring you behind the scenes. What goes through the mind of a mental health professional who must evaluate and report on:parenting skills, attitudes and demeanor, ability to work with the other parent, and ability to keep children safe. BUT HOW can: interviews with the parents and their 'collaterals' (friends, family members, teachers, others), some psychological tests, a review of documents and pictures from the parents, and an occasional home visit, possibly provide enough background to judge a person's life as a parent, their parenting abilities, who is telling the truth and who is acting out of spite? HOW can the mental health professional possibly decide whether someone should have the majority of time or decision-making for the child? No one can step into a parent's shoes and know the 'real' situation from such a snapshot, right? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Dr. Pascale Piron, a Chicago-based Doctor of Clinical Psychology Emerge Psychology Group: https://emergepg.com==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course online.divorce-education.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org================== Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU or call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Guest: Dr. Pascale Piron, Emerge Psychology Group - https://emergepg.com
I'm still having nightmares about my custody case! How can I get past this? How can I find peace and protect my kids from further trauma? Maybe I should share my inner feelings with my kids and lean on them for emotional support! (WHAT?!) In this Episode 29, PART ONE, Recorded on 6/4/2021,Barry, Kevin and special guest Andrea Rice share their intelligent and well-spoken (at least in their minds!) insights about how parties, partners and children can 'move on' after a divorce or custody case. Heal the scars, prevent further damage. Be the 'captain of the ship' in your household, prevent outside disruptions. How can I begin dating again?Can I take my teenager's phone away as a punishment?I still hold bitter feelings toward my ex, should I talk about this to my kids?I should be just 'be myself' with my kids, right?Can I shout at my kids? Every parent does that, right?I buy food, clothes and supplies for my kids -- I'll get credit for that, right? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Attorney Andrea Rice, the 'World's Happiest Divorce Attorney' www.whdivorceattorney.com/==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course online.divorce-education.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org==================Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU or call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Guest: Attorney Andrea Rice - www.whdivorceattorney.com
I'm still having nightmares about my custody case! How can I get past this? How can I find peace and protect my kids from further trauma? Maybe I should share my inner feelings with my kids and lean on them for emotional support! (WHAT?!) In this Episode 29, PART TWO, Recorded on 6/4/2021,Barry, Kevin and special guest Andrea Rice share their intelligent and well-spoken (at least in their minds!) insights about how parties, partners and children can 'move on' after a divorce or custody case. Heal the scars, prevent further damage. Be the 'captain of the ship' in your household, prevent outside disruptions. How can I begin dating again?Can I take my teenager's phone away as a punishment?I still hold bitter feelings toward my ex, should I talk about this to my kids?I should be just 'be myself' with my kids, right?Can I shout at my kids? Every parent does that, right?I buy food, clothes and supplies for my kids -- I'll get credit for that, right? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Attorney Andrea Rice, the 'World's Happiest Divorce Attorney' www.whdivorceattorney.com/==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course online.divorce-education.comCARPLS - legal resources www.carpls.orgIllinois Legal Aid Online www.illinoislegalaid.org==================Who we are: Attorney Barry C. Boykin - www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinAttorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU or call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Guest: Attorney Andrea Rice - www.whdivorceattorney.com
The Judge is giving my little son his own lawyer? But I'm his parent! I know him better than anyone! In this Episode 28, PART ONE, Recorded on 4/23/2021,Barry, Kevin and special guest Modupe Sobo share their battle-scarred war stories about the 'Guardians ad litem' and 'Child Representatives' that judges often appoint for children in hotly-contested custody and divorce cases. They are appointed to serve as the 'eyes and ears of the court.' What does that mean? Do I have to pay this new attorney?Should I be afraid for myself? For my child?How can I present myself in the best-possible light? What should I tell my son or daughter before their interview? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Attorney Modupe Sobo - call her at 312-427-1100==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course https://online.divorce-education.com/CARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinGuest: Attorney Attorney Modupe Sobo - call her at 312-427-1100
The Judge is giving my little son his own lawyer? But I'm his parent! I know him better than anyone! In this Episode 28, PART TWO, Recorded on 4/23/2021,Barry, Kevin and special guest Modupe Sobo share their battle-scarred war stories about the 'Guardians ad litem' and 'Child Representatives' that judges often appoint for children in hotly-contested custody and divorce cases. They are appointed to serve as the 'eyes and ears of the court.' What does that mean? Do I have to pay this new attorney?Should I be afraid for myself? For my child?How can I present myself in the best-possible light? What should I tell my son or daughter before their interview? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Attorney Modupe Sobo - call her at 312-427-1100==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course https://online.divorce-education.com/CARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinGuest: Attorney Attorney Modupe Sobo - call her at 312-427-1100
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!Tell the kids! Don't tell the kids! Hope they don't notice! In this Episode 27, PART ONE, Recorded on 3/5/2021, Kevin, Barry and special guest Patrick Denkwa John expound and explain a tricky, sensitive topic: How to talk to kids about their parents' breakup. Plane crash? Train wreck? Just a parting of the ways? It's tough to talk about!Do you tell your son or daughter that you're moving out? Do you explain the arguments they've been hearing? Are you supposed to 'turn the other cheek' when the other parent misbehaves, trashes you, goes public with your dirty laundry? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Attorney Patrick Denkwa John call him at 877-728-5646 (877-Pat John)==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course https://online.divorce-education.com/CARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinGuest: Attorney Patrick Denkwa John https://www.facebook.com/patrick.john.560 call him at 877-728-5646 (877-Pat John)
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!Tell the kids! Don't tell the kids! Hope they don't notice! In this Episode 27, PART TWO, Recorded on 3/5/2021,Kevin, Barry and special guest Patrick Denkwa John expound and explain a tricky, sensitive topic: How to talk to kids about their parents' breakup. Plane crash? Train wreck? Just a parting of the ways? It's tough to talk about!Do you tell your son or daughter that you're moving out? Do you explain the arguments they've been hearing? Are you supposed to 'turn the other cheek' when the other parent misbehaves, trashes you, goes public with your dirty laundry? ==================Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Attorney Patrick Denkwa John call him at 877-728-5646 (877-Pat John)==================="Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course https://online.divorce-education.com/CARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU call his cell phone: 312-493-4241Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinGuest: Attorney Patrick Denkwa John https://www.facebook.com/patrick.john.560 call him at 877-728-5646 (877-Pat John)
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!In this Episode 26, PART TWO, Recorded on 2/19/2021, Kevin, Barry and special guest Daniel J. Florey open up the box, spread the pieces on the floor, and attempt to solve a very-difficult puzzle -- one that often arises in custody and visitation disputes:What if the child is (reportedly or actually) refusing to spend time with the other parent?What if there's no evidence of danger?What if one parent is just trying to hurt or dispose of the other parent?Who should anyone believe? Should the child have a say? How much? What about an attorney appointed to represent the child? What can be done to fix the situation? Is there hope?Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Daniel J. Florey of the The Law Firm of Dan Florey===================LINKS:"Talking Parents" - parent communication / texting app https://talkingparents.com/home"Our Family Wizard" - parent communication / texting app https://www.ourfamilywizard.com/"Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course https://online.divorce-education.com/CARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/Cook Cook (IL) Circuit Court - COVID 19 Orders Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinGuest: Attorney Daniel J. Florey - https://www.danfloreylaw.com/
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!In this Episode 26, PART ONE, Recorded on 2/19/2021, Kevin, Barry and special guest Daniel J. Florey open up the box, spread the pieces on the floor, and attempt to solve a very-difficult puzzle -- one that often arises in custody and visitation disputes:What if the child is (reportedly or actually) refusing to spend time with the other parent?What if there's no evidence of danger?What if one parent is just trying to hurt or dispose of the other parent?Who should anyone believe? Should the child have a say? How much? What about an attorney appointed to represent the child? What can be done to fix the situation? Is there hope?Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Daniel J. Florey of the The Law Firm of Dan Florey===================LINKS:"Talking Parents" - parent communication / texting app https://talkingparents.com/home"Our Family Wizard" - parent communication / texting app https://www.ourfamilywizard.com/"Children in Between" - online parenting-conflict course https://online.divorce-education.com/CARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/ Cook Cook (IL) Circuit Court - COVID 19 Orders Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinGuest: Attorney Daniel J. Florey - https://www.danfloreylaw.com/
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!"E-filing" is short for 'electronic filing' of legal documents with the Cook County (Illinois) Clerk of Circuit Court. It's now required, unless you obtain a waiver. But there's hope: E-filing can be done from the comfort of home, with just a computer, an internet connection and a credit or debit card. IF you can figure it out!In this Episode 25, Recorded on 2/1/2021, Kevin, Barry and special guest Drew conduct a somewhat-incisive and occasionally-helpful discussion of E-filing. Have hope! You can do this! Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Our Guest: Drew Curle, Supervisory Attorney at Greater Chicago Legal Clinic===================LINKS:Tyler Illinois e-filing instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUK_0k8n4DcClerk's E-filing portal E-filing portalCARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/ COVID-19 Court Orders COVID 19 OrdersDomestic-Relations Judge 'Zoom' List Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinOur guest! Drew Curle , Supervisory Attorney at the Greater Chicago Legal Clinic - https://www.gclclaw.org/drew-curle
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!Do you suspect that a person has been arrested? Convicted? Required to register as a sex offender or violent criminal? Is your ex's new boyfriend or girlfriend a risk to your children? How about this "nice" person you just met? Is there something more you should know? How about your past troubles? Are you destined to live with your mistakes forever?Did you know that a free website shows you names and pictures of everyone arrested in Chicago since January, 2014?Today, in PART ONE of Episode 24, guest Attorney Marjie Nielsen joins host Attorneys Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson as they walk down the stairs holding a flashlight, jangle their keys, and unlock the rusty cell door to some surprising knowledge.=================== Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Chicago Police Department Arrest Record Search http://publicsearch1.chicagopolice.org/Cook County IL Sheriff Civil Service look up: https://civilprocess.ccsheriff.org/default1.aspCook County IL Sheriff Inmate Locator: https://inmatelocator.ccsheriff.org/InmateLocator/SearchIllinois Dept of Corrections Inmate Search https://www2.illinois.gov/IDOC/OFFENDER/Pages/InmateSearch.aspxJUDGES 'ZOOM' INFORMATION: Judges 'Zoom' information list==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - http://www.divorce.nu/ Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinOur guest! Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE THE LINKS BELOW!Do you suspect that a person has been arrested? Convicted? Required to register as a sex offender or violent criminal? Is your ex's new boyfriend or girlfriend a risk to your children? How about this "nice" person you just met? Is there something more you should know? How about your past troubles? Are you destined to live with your mistakes forever?Did you know that a free website shows you names and pictures of everyone arrested in Chicago since January, 2014?Today, in PART TWO of Episode 24, guest Attorney Marjie Nielsen joins host Attorneys Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson as they walk down the stairs holding a flashlight, jangle their keys, and unlock the rusty cell door to some surprising knowledge. =================== Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, stress and struggles that people endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. Barry and Kevin try to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Chicago Police Department Arrest Record Search http://publicsearch1.chicagopolice.org/Cook County IL Sheriff Civil Service look up: https://civilprocess.ccsheriff.org/default1.aspCook County IL Sheriff Inmate Locator: https://inmatelocator.ccsheriff.org/InmateLocator/SearchIllinois Dept of Corrections Inmate Search https://www2.illinois.gov/IDOC/OFFENDER/Pages/InmateSearch.aspxJUDGES 'ZOOM' INFORMATION: Judges 'Zoom' information list==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - http://www.divorce.nu/ Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykinOur guest! Attorney Marjie Nielsen - https://nextsteplegalservices.com/
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE LINKS BELOW: In this Episode 23, Attorney Barry C. Boykin and Attorney Kevin R. Johnson expound, debate and disagree on their experiences and lessons learned in this strange pandemic year. Family law is already complex and mystifying, and when combined with 'remote' court appearances, electronic communication and document filing, and the pressure on all of the professionals and civilians involved, it becomes a perfect storm. This episode is an end-of-year wrap-up, as we look forward to a brighter New Year 2021! Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, psychological warfare, pain and frustration that parents, spouses, partners and children endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Tyler Illinois e-filing instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUK_0k8n4DcClerk's E-filing portal E-filing portalCARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/COVID-19 Court Orders COVID 19 OrdersDomestic-Relations Judge 'Zoom' List Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are: Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE LINKS BELOW: In this PART TWO of Episode 22, Attorneys Barry C. Boykin and Kevin Johnson share their experience with 'hearings,' the court proceedings where lives are changed, futures are determined, and children moved between households. How do you handle the preparation and presentation that persuades a judge to rule in your favor? How do you handle this new 'remote' environment, where email, Zoom and electronic filing make it possible to 'go to court' without leaving your home or home office? Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, psychological warfare, pain and frustration that parents, spouses, partners and children endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Tyler Illinois e-filing instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUK_0k8n4DcClerk's E-filing portal E-filing portalCARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/COVID-19 Court Orders COVID 19 OrdersDomestic-Relations Judge 'Zoom' List Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are:Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE LINKS BELOW:In this PART ONE of Episode 22, Attorneys Barry C. Boykin and Kevin Johnson share their experience with 'hearings,' the court proceedings where lives are changed, futures are determined, and children moved between households. How do you handle the preparation and presentation that persuades a judge to rule in your favor? How do you handle this new 'remote' environment, where email, Zoom and electronic filing make it possible to 'go to court' without leaving your home or home office? Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, psychological warfare, pain and frustration that parents, spouses, partners and children endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Tyler Illinois e-filing instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUK_0k8n4DcClerk's E-filing portal E-filing portalCARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/COVID-19 Court Orders COVID 19 OrdersDomestic-Relations Judge 'Zoom' List Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are:Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! "Discovery" can cause stress and misunderstanding, and take up time and energy. In this Episode 21, Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson discuss and explain some methods of "Discovery" that are used in court cases. Subpoenas for records, Interrogatories, Notices to Produce, Depositions -- all part of the Court Rules, intended to cause information to be revealed and exchanged during litigation (divorce and custody cases.)Custody and Divorce Lawyers Barry C. Boykin and Kevin R. Johnson have more than 50 combined years of experience. They know first-hand the court battles, psychological warfare, pain and frustration that parents, spouses, partners and children endure as disputes are resolved in the family-court system. From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - http://www.divorce.nu/ Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! When one parent has an attorney, and the other doesn't, there is a big imbalance of power during negotiations. When that parent without an attorney receives a proposed custody, allocation or parenting-time agreement written by the other parent's attorney, it can be confusing -- to put it mildly. Simple phrases and paragraphs can lay the groundwork for HUGE, BITTER disputes and disagreements, long into the future. In this Episode 20, Attorney Barry C. Boykin and Attorney Kevin R. Johnson discuss, agree, and disagree about some of the possible paragraphs and perplexing problems that can confront the unwary.From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - http://www.divorce.nu/ Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE LINKS BELOW: In this Episode 19, Attorney Barry C. Boykin and Attorney Kevin R. Johnson discuss a BIG problem that can gradually overwhelm a divorced Dad and ruin a 2nd marriage. It's when a teenager from a previous marriage rebels and clashes with the 'stepmother' (Dad's new wife) and causes absolute chaos that can roar through Dad's new household. While issuing warnings about these problems, Kevin and Barry also offer hope and guidance -- designed to prevent this 2nd-marriage-meltdown or to reverse it before it's too late!From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Tyler Illinois e-filing instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUK_0k8n4DcClerk's E-filing portal E-filing portalCARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/COVID-19 Court Orders COVID 19 OrdersDomestic-Relations Judge 'Zoom' List Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are:Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
Custody! Divorce! Parenting time! Money! Disagreements over children! SEE LINKS BELOW: "I've got sole custody of my kids. I can move anywhere I want!" Not so fast. in this Episode 18, Attorney Barry C. Boykin and Attorney Kevin R. Johnson discuss the twists and turns, wrinkles and repercussions, of the tie-breaking, interstate-custody law known as the 'UCCJEA.' In 49 states, including Illinois, the 'Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act' applies a six-month rule when a custody case, or a divorce involving children begins -- where have the children lived for the past six months? Usually, any new divorce or custody case MUST be filed in that 'home state,' NOT the state where the parent recently arrived with the children. Also, if a parent wants to change a custody or parenting-time order, if the other parent is still in the original state, THAT is the state where a 'modification' motion must be filed and heard.It may seem strange and exotic, but the UCCJEA is REAL, and it can surprise you. From their perspective as Chicago attorneys, Barry and Kevin attempt to bring hope and clarity to a troubled world, where lawyers, judges and other professionals see the best and worst of human behavior on public display. ===================LINKS:Tyler Illinois e-filing instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUK_0k8n4DcClerk's E-filing portal E-filing portalCARPLS - legal resources https://www.carpls.org/Illinois Legal Aid Online https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/COVID-19 Court Orders COVID 19 OrdersDomestic-Relations Judge 'Zoom' List Judge 'Zoom' Lists==================Who we are:Attorney Kevin R. Johnson - WWW. DIVORCE.NU Attorney Barry C. Boykin - https://www.gclclaw.org/barry-c-boykin
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