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AN INFINITE REALM OF POSSIBILITIES - In today's episode, Bryan, Sam and Nida discuss the benefits of mediation in family law matters, including their high success rate, the creative control parties have in formulating agreements that just aren't possible in a court setting, the extreme flexibility the venue provides for non-standard custody arrangements, e.g., professions with unconventional work schedules or parents that live in different states or countries, the ability to work out asset transfers between parties in the most convenient or tax-efficient way possible, the confidentiality requirement of both mediators and the mediations themselves, the voluntary nature of the process and higher odds of finding a resolution that won't require lengthy and costly future modifications, and in general less time to resolution.  They also discuss updates on the ever-fascinating Brittney Spears story, as well as developments in the Kevin Kostner divorce. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

POSSESSION SCHEDULES & SCHOOL - In today's episode, Bryan, Sam and Nida discuss navigating possession schedules now that school is back in session, including extracurricular activities, getting a jump on non-standard breaks like Fall Break, and extraordinary circumstances where involuntary scheduled events conflict with non-custodial parents' time with the children, as well as what to do when a child wants custody modified and the potentially time-intensive nature of such modifications.  They also discuss the latest on high-profile divorce and custody battles involving Brittney Spears, Kevin Kostner, and Bennifer. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

SUMMER VISITATION SCHEDULES - In today's episode, Bryan & Sam discuss upcoming summer visitation season, including timetables for submitting desired visitation blocks for non-custodial parents and the importance of amicably creating custom possession schedules during a divorce or child custody suit to clearly lay out visitation blocks and expectations that work well for both parties.  Additionally, they briefly touch on the recent move credit card companies are making to categorize purchases in order to track gun sales, whether such measures will actually impact gun crime, and the larger implications of further surveilling of people's consumer behavior and potential to control consumer purchasing choice. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

WILLS & TRUSTS, ESTATE PLANNING, & PROBATE in 2023 - In today's episode, Bryan & Sam discuss wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning, including the designating of beneficiaries, keeping your documents up to date through life changes, and having competent counsel draft and review your documents to ensure smooth application should they need execution. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

In today's episode, Bryan & Sam paternity fraud and father's rights, including the prevalence and under reporting of fraud, safeguards, the importance of catching fraud on the front side, and systemic inequities that potentially incentivize fraud. They also delve into the Top 10 Breakup Movies of all time. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

In today's episode, Bryan, Sam & Nida discuss various aspect and burning questions surrounding the $50 Billion family law industry, including claims that it is needlessly complicated, excessively expensive, unfair, and corrupt and whether the current structure incentivizes deceptive tactics in the pursuit of larger alimony or child support awards -- as well as a brief foray into the Shakira/Gerald Pique divorce. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

In today's episode, Bryan, Sam & Nida discuss things to consider when thinking of filing for divorce or custody modifications, as well as the Kim & Kanye split and the role that mental illness can play in a court's ruling regarding parental suitability. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

SUPREME COURT RULING ON ROE V. WADE & UPTICKS IN SCHOOL SHOOTINGS - In today's episode, Bryan, Sam & Nida discuss the the recent supreme court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, including what this means for citizens of different states, potential legal complications that may stem from the ruling, and the limits of judicial precedent, as well as gun violence, potential gun control options, the polarization of media, and the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard civil matter decision. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan, Sam or Nida at babercrombie@aswlawoffice.com, ssanchez@aswlawoffice.com or nwood@aswlawoffice.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Nida C. Wood has been licensed to practice law for over 11 years and has handled legal matters related to family law, civil law, business law, and criminal law. For the past several years, Nida worked for the largest domestic litigation firm in the country and handled all types of domestic litigation matters, including but not limited to custody cases, modifications, enforcements, child support cases, mediations, collaborative law, appeals, post-divorce maintenance cases, and property cases including multi-million dollar estates. Visit us at https://aswlawoffice.com  Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

TEXAS IMMIGRATION STATUS, JUDICIAL RULING ON VOTING RIGHTS & INTEGRITY, and THE JOE ROGAN SPOTIFY CONTROVERSY - In today's episode, Bryan and Sam discuss the current state of immigration along the Texas border, the recent judicial ruling regarding prosecution of voting issues at a district attorney, rather than attorney general level, and the implications of censorship in an age of misinformation -- spotlighting the recent controversy involving Joe Rogan. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Visit us at https://astxlegal.com Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

ASTROWORLD TRAGEDY, KYLE RITTENHOUSE CASE, & VACCINE MANDATE LEGALITY - In today's episode, Bryan and Sam discuss the recent tragedy at Astroworld the potential liabilities facing the various parties involved, the particulars of the Kyle Rittenhouse case and possible self-defense precedents at play, and the status of vaccine mandates being argued in the judiciary, as well as the end of Brittney Spears' conservatorship and the legal complications of the Erika Jane/Tom Girardi divorce. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Visit us at https://astxlegal.com Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

TEXAS' NEW HEARTBEAT ABORTION LAW & BIDEN'S EXECUTIVE VACCINE MANDATE ORDER - In today's episode, Bryan and Sam discuss Texas's new abortion law and President Biden's executive order mandating vaccines for employers with 100+ employees, including the structure and intent of the new abortion law and the potential legal challenges it may face, the legality of Biden's executive order, the expanding power of the executive, trends in legal precedent, attempts to redefine what is constitutionally acceptable, general concerns about government overreach, and the potential impact the mandate may have regarding vaccine choice and child custody. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Visit us at https://astxlegal.com Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream  

Follow Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AbercrombieSanchezLaw/ Find Us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astxlegal/?hl=en Visit Us https://astxlegal.com/podcasts/ TEXAS' NEW PERMITLESS CARY GUN LAW IN EFFECT SEPTEMBER 1 - In today's Episode, Bryan & Sam discuss the in's and out's of Texas' new permitless carry law going into effect next week, including who is eligible to carry, what locations are included and excluded in the new provisions, increased penalties for violations, the importance of knowing the law and getting to know law enforcement personnel in your area, the continued importance of firearm safety courses despite no longer being required, the importance of always securing your firearms, and the expected effectiveness of the new law as a deterrent. Additionally, they provide updates on the Supreme Court Cheerleader Snapchat case, as well as Brittney Spears' guardianship case. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Visit us at https://astxlegal.com Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

Follow Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AbercrombieSanchezLaw/ Find Us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astxlegal/?hl=en Visit Us https://astxlegal.com/podcasts/ THE INS AND OUTS OF MEDIATION - In today's Episode, Bryan & Sam discuss several topics related to mediation, including the mediation services we provide, the benefits of choosing mediation over trial, including the possibility of more creative solutions, mediation's tendency to mitigates animosity between parties, and it's ability to narrow the issues you have to take before a judge. Additionally, they discuss pro se mediations, what they are, the role of the mediator in a pro se mediation, the work the parties need to put in to have a successful mediation, learning to set appropriate expectations, and the importance of having a solid understanding of the issues on the table. Finally, they explore the cost benefit of mediation versus a contested trial, the nature of mediated settlement agreements and what it means for them to be binding, guidance for preparing for mediation, and the pitfalls that cause mediations to break down. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com. Bryan L. Abercrombie is a Board Certified family law attorney with extensive experience in domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, appellate and collaborative law. He has been licensed to practice law for over 18 years and had handled a variety of legal matters during that time. This includes Family, Civil, Probate and other cases. He has experience is all aspects of domestic relations matters including trial, jury trial, mediation, appellate and collaborative cases. Samuel M. Sanchez is a Board Certified family law attorney and certified mediator who is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida. He was appointed by former Gov. Perry to the Board of Regents for Midwestern University. He has worked in Civil, Criminal, Estate Planning, and Juvenile Law and has an extensive background in high profile, press intensive litigation. Visit us at https://astxlegal.com Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream

SURVIVING DIVORCE IN YOUR GOLDEN YEARS - In today's Episode, Bryan & Sam discuss some of the particular issues people face when going through a divorce in their second half of life, including recent trends in divorce rates and causes in the fifty-plus cohort, the division of considerable assets accumulated over the course of careers, various health issues and the implications of potential guardianships upon divorce, the importance of partitioning separate property when entering a marriage later in life, alternatives to divorce that allow older partners to live separate lives, the shockwave effect that divorce can have on multiple generations in the family, retaining health insurance coverage if you stand to lose it in the divorce, and the importance of determining an efficient plan with competent counsel to minimize cost. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.   Intro and Outro Music: Mouth (Sam's Song), courtesy of Crush Bouquet (used with permission from band) Listen/Buy: https://ztapes.bandcamp.com/track/mouth-sams-dream  

NAVIGATING THE SHARK-INFESTED WATERS OF SOCIAL MEDIA - In today's Episode, Bryan & Sam discuss the convoluted dynamics of free speech, the boundaries and responsibilities of individuals and institutions, and the world of social media, including the burden of living from post-to-post, the permanence of the internet, the challenge of schools forced into the role of parenting students, cyber-bullying on and off campus, the need for freedom within boundaries with regard to free speech, institutional overreach, and differentiating between comments directed towards individuals versus institutions.  If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

J-ROD MAY BE OVER BUT THE SHOW MUST GO ON - In today's Episode, Bryan & Sam discuss the in's and out's of both starting and winding down a business, including business formation, the types of business entities, their strengths and weaknesses, and determining which is the best fit for your startup, the importance of building a team of operational, legal, accounting & finance/banking experts to help ensure regulatory compliance as you set up your business, the necessary steps to sell or shut down an existing business, and the importance of proper due diligence and liability risk when acquiring an existing business from another party. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

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So You're Saying Your Family's Crazy... - In today's Episode, Bryan & Sam discuss non-disclosure agreements, contractual obligations, guardianships, conservatorships, and powers of attorney through the lens of Harry & Meghan's experience with the British Royal Family and the strange conservatorship Britney Spears has been living under as an adult for several years now.  They explore the particularities of each of these arrangements, whether they're forced or voluntary, revocable or irrevocable, the types of things one can include in such contracts, and words of caution about red flags one should consider before signing away rights to others - especially crazy family members!   If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

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ARE VICES DESTORYING YOUR MARRIAGE? - In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the formation and corrosive impact of vices in marriages, including their impact on communication, their financial implications, the fine line between hobbies and vices in terms of time and monetary investment, certain socially acceptable behaviors that courts frown upon, as well as social taboos that have little or no bearing in a courtroom, the way vices become more or less significant when children are part of the equation, the importance of reflecting on one's or one's partners vices when anticipating how a court battle may play out, of being up front with one's attorney about such matters, and of not waiting to act when excessive or abusive behavior is observed in a marriage. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

TRENDS IN FIREARM OWNERSHIP & GOVERANCE - In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss several gun bills being proposed in the 87th Texas State legislative session, the impact of urbanization on attitudes about and behaviors involving gun ownership, usage, and regulation, where it's legal (and illegal) to take your firearm, the rights of business owners, the status of the castle doctrine in Texas and the 2nd amendment in general, as well as encouraging listeners to educate themselves about and gain some experience with firearms before passing judgment on the issues of ownership and regulation. If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the new gun bill, House Resolution 127 (H.R. 127), presented by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and the significant changes it would make to firearm and ammunition ownership and commerce should it be passed, including a new licensing requirement to own, buy or sell firearms or ammunition, the requirement of psychological evaluations to obtain a license, new firearm insurance requirement, the creation of a new federal registration database, the requirement to provide information as to where and how the firearms are stored, new training requirements, new disqualifications from purchases or ownership, the implications for inherited or "military-style" firearms, and a general discussion of the 2nd amendment.If you have any questions regarding today's episode, please contact Bryan or Sam at babercrombie@astxlegal.com or ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the sensitive but important topic of prenuptial agreements, with particular emphasis on how they impact the millennial generation and the concerns they bring to the table.  Topics include the partitioning of property, when and how to have a conversation about an agreement and its formal execution, who should consider setting up a prenuptial agreement and the potential benefits, as well as the various matters one might consider when setting up an agreement, including: social media conduct, the handling of frozen embryos, partitioning student debt, and complete financial separation from the inception of the marriage.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez welcome special guest, Stephanie Quade, M.Ed, owner of Bliss Coaching & Healing and parent of a special needs child to discuss matters parents of a special needs children should consider both during and after divorce, including educational, medical, and psychiatric needs, as well as other financial obligations that may at times greatly exceed that of typical children, types of conservatorship, the importance of coordination and consistency between parents, the potential impact that divorce may make on the siblings of special needs children, preparation for care of special needs children who require full-time care once they become adults, and a discussion of the best time to have a mediator or court determine shared responsibility of an a current or future adult child who needs lifelong care.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss mediation in the divorce process, including when it's appropriate or required, the many potential benefits of mediation over a court hearing, the importance of selecting the right mediator, and the importance of when to schedule mediation during the divorce process, as well as an announcement regarding changes to discovery rules and some exciting news about our firm! If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the unprecedented year we've experienced and how it's impacted family law and family dynamics as they pertain to divorce and custody. In a time when patience and trust are at a premium, where inflexibility and an unwillingness to compromise have pushed many people to polar opposite positions, Bryan and Sam encourage their audience to extend understanding and an appreciation for both parents in a divorce or separation to honor each other's values and respect one another's approaches to raising their children.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the upcoming election, exploring a variety of topics, including: the experience of early voting and accommodations being made, including curb-side voting, to make voting accessible to everyone, the importance of state and local ballot measures up for vote, the importance of really getting to know who or what you are voting for, advice for introducing politics to your children, as well as guidance for handling joint custody situations where each parent holds varying political beliefs and values, and the critical importance of exercising our right to vote.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez lay out a top ten list of memorable, sometime humous, but always ill-advised cautionary tales for clients to consider when dealing with the oftentimes emotionally fraught terrain of legal matters, including advice about attempts to avoid process service, the importance of how clients present to a judge (and jury if applicable), what happens is a client or a client's friends and family can't keep their composure in a court room, the oft-quoted but equally often forgotten reality that the internet is forever, and other advice to help keep clients from potentially sabotaging their case. If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez invite special guest and executive and leadership recruiting expert, Shasta Kahoalii to discuss career planning strategies for people going through or who have recently gone through a divorce or separation and are looking to reenter the workforce after a gap in employment.  They discuss the importance of leveraging personal and professional networks, resume and cover letter preparation, addressing employment gaps, polishing your online presentation, properly assessing your qualifications, strategies for connecting with prospective employers and recruiters, and the importance of being open with potential employers in terms of vulnerability and expressing your needs.  If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss both the opportunities and challenges of starting up a new business. Pulling from their knowledge of business law and requirements, as well as hard-fought experience gained from starting their own law practice, they provide insight into the importance of determining your business structure, understanding tax implications based on entity type, creating a solid back office infrastructure, building credibility online via your website, SEO, and social media presence, and the importance of effective marketing. If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez explore custody arrangements, the start of the school year, and complicated terrain this presents in the age of COVID.  They discuss the difficult decisions parents must make when their respective school districts present competing options for their children, i.e., online vs. on campus learning, the unprecedented terrain facing the courts when determining what is the best option for the child, what you as a parent should do if you're concerned that the learning environment at your ex's residence is unacceptable, the importance of keeping your children's welfare front and center during the decision making process, and the impact that your actions today regarding this issue can make on future interactions with the other parent and the courts.  They take some time to discuss the need to ensure that your estate, will, and powers of attorney are up to date during this time of uncertainty, so that your loved ones and people you trust will be the proper beneficiaries and decision makers if the unthinkable happens.  In celebrity news, they take a moment to delve into Dr. Dre's divorce and the binding power of prenuptial agreements. If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez field a common question from listeners: how to select the best attorney for your particular legal matter.  Their discussion of the attorney selection process explores several key determining factors, including the importance of knowing yourself and identifying your goals at the outset, fielding sales pitches and emphasizing the value of researching the credentials and experience of the particular lawyer who'll be representing you over catchy slogans and slick advertising, having a clear understanding the philosophy, approach, and demeanor of your attorney and whether they align well with your goals, and weighing the experience, operational capacity, and attentiveness of the lawyer and firm you're considering.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the the trial process, including custody evaluations and when and how to challenge them if needed, the importance of both effectively telling your story and having facts in evidence that work seamlessly with the narrative you present, constructing a trial outline with your attorney to ensure you hit all the high points that will impact a judge's ruling, the importance of providing a judge with backup options if your initial story is effectively rebutted, witness selection and preparation, the importance of effective property valuation prior to the trial, the invaluable need for experienced, aggressive trial counsel that will fight for you, a reminder that divorce trials are emotionally charged events and a call to composure when giving both testimony and cross-examination, and how you and your attorney can best prepare for testimony and interact during the proceedings to present your best case.This episode is part five of a five-part series exploring the phases of divorce.  If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the the process of mediation, including the difference between binding mediation and informal settlement agreements, moving from an informal agreement to a final decree of divorce, the opportunity that mediation offers people to creatively work out arrangements that are tailor-made to their circumstances, the insight mediation can provide into the opposing party's intentions and the strengths and weaknesses of both your own case and theirs, the differences between in-person mediation vs. online "Zoom" mediation currently being practiced during the C-19 pandemic, the role of the mediator and attorneys during the process, and the cost-advantages of being able to settle during mediation rather than go to trial.This episode is part four of a five-part series exploring the phases of divorce.  If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode Bryan and Sam pick back up on their stages of divorce discussion, framing an exploration of the discovery process through the lens of the the Jay Cutler-Kristin Cavallari divorce. They delve into discussion of inventory and appraisements, financial tracing as pertains to carving out separate property during the division of property phase, weighing the cost of extensive discovery work versus the value of preserving your property and assets, setting reasonable child custody expectations and preparing for custody evaluations should they arise, the required documentation you'll need to best prepare you for proving your case before the court, and the value of competent counsel in presenting your best case in both mediation and hearing settings.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode Bryan and Sam continue their discussion of COVID-19's impact on family law, including the continued application of possession orders and the importance of complying with those orders except in the case of demonstrable risk to your child(ren), the continued efficacy of child support obligations despite possible reductions in wages, the importance of initiating child support modification reviews in the event you've incurred a loss of wages, a reminder that the only person who can modify a possession or child support order is a judge, and an encouragement for all parties to go out of their way to put children's needs first and work as responsible and understanding co-parents during these tumultuous times.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.  

In today's episode Bryan and Sam continue their discussion of COVID-19 and its impact on family, civil, and criminal courts, including the status of emergency orders issued by the Texas Supreme Court, the option of video conference hearings when feasible, electronic forms of process service, the importance of knowing federal, state, county, and municipal requirements pertaining to your case or orders, weighing the interests tenets, landlords, lien holders, and lenders and the importance of communication when managing debt during the crisis. They welcome guest Jonathan Bailey, a criminal defense attorney from the law office of J.B. Bailey, to discuss the impact of the crisis on the criminal bail process, jury trials, policing of petty non-violent offenses, jail release time frames, and the repercussions of violating shelter in place statues.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode Bryan and Sam continue their discussion of COVID-19 and it's impact on Family Law, including what potential clients should consider and expect when filing during this time of crisis, the importance and implications of standing orders that may be extended due to holds on court hearings, the actions courts are taking to make the practice and exercise of law more accessible via remote technology, the assurance that court personnel are available to handle emergency situations like cases of domestic violence or abuse, the importance of communicating with the courts regarding financial hardships that may impact one's ability to satisfy court-mandated obligations, and the expectation that the numerous constitutional implications unearthed by this crisis will take time to resolve.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

The presence of the Coronavirus is impacting every facet of our lives.  In today's episode Bryan and Sam take a break from normal scheduling and welcome guests Christy Abercrombie and Dena Wilson for a round-table discussion of COVID-19, including it's impact on legal matters like possession orders, co-parenting arrangements, in-person court hearings and virtual accommodations, possible delays in court orders and their modifications, potential liability due to negligent exposure to the virus, and estate planning and various powers of attorney, as well as it's impact on daily life, the need for social responsibility during this time, and discussing these issues with parents and children.If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the various topics associated with temporary orders, including petitions and counter-petitions, standing orders, temporary restraining orders in addition to cautions against signing waivers, preparation for temporary order hearings, the lasting effect temporary orders can have on the outcome of your case, appealing temporary orders, determining what's most important to you and setting realistic expectations that you can see through until the end, and the cost of litigating your case versus collaboratively arriving a mutually agreed upon settlements.This episode is part two of a five-part series exploring the phases of divorce.  If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the steps one should take when they consider entering into divorce proceedings, including identifying personal goals, creating and facilitating a plan to meet those goals, when and how to tell your spouse/partner about your intentions to file, preparing for an initial consultation with your attorney, the importance of gathering information and allies prior to announcing your intentions to file, contemplating and protecting your finances with respect to how contested you expect the proceedings to be, and preparing yourself for every eventuality with the understanding that things may or may not go as planned. This episode is part one of a five-part series exploring the phases of divorce.  If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.

In today's episode, hosts Bryan Abercrombie and Samuel Sanchez discuss the growing impact social media has on divorce and child-custody proceedings, including the lasting impact social media activity can have on rulings, the importance of keeping a level head and not being rash, maintaining one's integrity during contentious proceeding, personal safety considerations, advice against both oversharing and wiping your accounts, being mindful of your children's time and activity on social media, as well as positive ways to use social media to present yourself to a court.  Celebrity insights highlight examples of how social media can be a thorn in anyone's side, including the Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner split and leaked images of Jeff Bezos.  If you have any questions regarding today's content or have requests for topical discussions that matter in your life, please feel free to contact Bryan Abercrombie or Samuel Sanchez at the following: Bryan babercrombie@astxlegal.com; Sam ssanchez@astxlegal.com.