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Have you found yourself in this ruff situation? Trying to figure out WHO gets custody of your furry friend(s) during a divorce? Or have you endured the heartache of losing a beloved pet in the midst of a separation? Today, on “Pet Custody for Divorced Parents” we're digging into this pawsitively crucial (and often overlooked) topic. Joining us all the way from Toronto, Canada is the fantastic Leanne Townsend, a family law attorney and host of the “Divorcing Well” podcast. Together, we'll unravel the emotional and legal complexities of pet custody. Ready to fetch some valuable insights? Listen in at DivorcedandHappy.net or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about Leanne: From CBC to Divorce Magazine, she's been featured across media platforms and hosts podcasts on divorcing well. When she's not fighting for justice, you'll find her enjoying life with her two kids, staying fit, and exploring the world. Connect with Leanne on social media and her websiteVisit her website: https://townsendfamilylaw.ca/Follow her on social media: Treat yourself to Soteria Pins: https://www.soteriapins.com/Shop for Divorced and Happy Merchandise: https://www.divorcedandhappy.net/category/all-productsDonate $5 / $10 / $15 to the Podcast by "Buying Me a Coffee:" If you found value in today's episode and are loving the podcast, please consider buying me a "cup of coffee" at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sadiemarieLearn Your Dating Flavor Profile. Take the Vanilla, Strawberry, Sprinkles quiz for free here: https://www.divorcedandhappy.net/vssquizLeave Your Sweet and Creamy Quiz Comments Here: SpeakPipebit.lyFollow me on Social Media (IG, FB, Tiktok, Youtube and Pinterest): @sadies@divorcedandhappySponsorship: Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email contact@divorcedandhappy.net to learn more. What's Your Burning Question? Leave me a burning question OR answer mine on Speak Pipe using this link: https://bit.ly/SDHSpeakPipeYou can also visit the home page of my website, DivorcedandHappy.net to leave your Burning Question! Rate & Review on iTunes and Spotify: If you enjoyed today's episode or have been loving the podcast for some time now, please give the podcast a 5-Star rating, write a delicious review and share it with your community! iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sadies-divorced-and-happy/id1546035678Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3qyUfz9Podcast Episodes: Listen to all the Sadie's Divorced and Happy episodes at https://www.divorcedandhappy.net/podcastJoin the Twin Cities Divorced and Happy Meet Up Page: https://www.meetup.com/divorced-and-happy/Join the Chicago's Divorced and Happy Meet Up Page: https://www.meetup.com/chicago-divorced-singles/Join the Denver's Divorced and Happy Meet Up Page: https://www.meetup.com/denver-divorced-singles/Divorced and Happy Blog: Visit my blog at divorcedandhappy.net/blog#FurryFamilyMatters #PetCustodyChronicles #DivorceDoggos #PawsitiveParentingPlan #FurEverAfterSplit #PawternityAgreements #petcustody #divorcebudget #personalsshopper #datingcoach #astylishexit #divorce #selfcareafterdivorce #divorcepodcast #dreamoracle #datingafterdivorce #datingadvise #divorcepodcast #Sadiesdivorcedandhappy #sexafterdivorce #Lifeafterdivorce #datingafterdivorce...

Navigating the early stages of divorce or contemplating it can be daunting. Financial concerns often loom large, adding to the overwhelm and confusion. Financial Professional Heather Locus joins Divorce & Beyond to address these fears head-on this week. Susan and Heather share invaluable insights on protecting your money and starting your divorce on the right financial footing! Their conversation emphasizes the necessity of proactivity, organization, and knowledge, particularly concerning financial aspects, throughout the divorce process. Topics and Golden Nuggets: Why pausing and considering discernment counseling before contacting an attorney can lead to a faster and less costly divorce. Despite initial fear, learning about finances during divorce can be empowering and manageable. Heather offers a golden nugget by offering advice about setting up a separate email for divorce communication, exploring mortgage options early  Understanding changes in tax laws regarding alimony and other tax-saving strategies can optimize financial outcomes Checking credit reports can help you spot outstanding debts or any joint accounts opened without your knowledge. **************************************** About this week's special guest: Heather Locus, CPA, CFP, CDFA Heather founded the National Divorce Practice Group at Corient to help divorcing individuals consciously navigate their divorce's emotional and business aspects. From hiring the right fit attorney through their SettleSmart™ analysis, then implementing the divorce decree and auditing it annually, Heather ensures you have the resources you need to start your next chapter on a firm footing. Heather founded our Women's Service Team in 2006 to help female executives and business owners, widows, and women transitioning through divorce. After going through her own divorce in 2011, she realized how much more we could do to support divorcing women and men with a practice dedicated to serving their unique needs. Heather is driven by deep empathy to help divorcing individuals have clarity and confidence in finalizing their divorce. A Forbes “America's Top Women Advisor,” Heather is a nine-time “Five Star Wealth Manager” according to Chicago magazine, was named an “Influential Women in Business” by The Business Ledger, a “Top 200 Wealth Advisor Mom” by Working Mother, and an InvestmentNews “Woman to Watch.” Heather is an author of two books on divorce and has contributed to leading publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Crain's Chicago Business, Family Lawyer Magazine, and Divorce Magazine on multiple topics. She is a CPA, CFP® practitioner, and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) professional and has completed intensive executive coaching and divorce mediation training. Heather loves learning from her teenage son and daughter and working with organizations she is passionate about, including After School Matters, The Lilac Tree, Between Friends, and Make-A-Wish Foundation. Contact Heather:l heather.locus@corient.com.   Financial Issues in Divorce: A Client Handbook: Heather's latest book written for the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys. Listen to Heather's prior episode of Divorce & Beyond:   5 Smart Strategies to Save Money in Your Divorce with Leading Divorce Financial Professional, Heather Locus  Negotiating Your Financial Future: Key Factors to Consider with Leading Divorce Financial Professional Heather Locus **************************************** Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: Listen to Divorce and Beyond's Top 5 Most Downloaded Episodes of 2023! These episodes have been a beacon of support and guidance for many, and now, you can easily access them, too! Ready to be inspired? Just head over to https://divorceandbeyondpod.com/top-episodes to listen to these transformative episodes. Don't miss out on these empowering discussions!" **************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: THE MAKE MONEY MEDIATING PODCAST As we navigate the complexities of divorce and beyond together, I've noticed how many are not just seeking personal growth but are also passionate entrepreneurs and business-minded individuals. That's why I want to introduce you to my other podcast – 'The Make Money Mediating Podcast.' On 'The Make Money Mediating Podcast,' we dive deep into business and entrepreneurship. I share insights and strategies on how to thrive in your professional life, especially if you're interested in mediation. Each episode is packed with tips, stories, and some wisdom to help you grow your business and make an impact. If you love 'Divorce and Beyond' and want to expand your business acumen or explore the mediation world, 'The Make Money Mediating Podcast' is your next must-listen.  ********************************************************************* SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE!  https://divorcebeyond.com/Sponsorship-Info ******************************************************************* MEET OUR CREATOR AND HOST: SUSAN GUTHRIE®, ESQ., the creator and host of The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast, is nationally recognized as one of the top family law and divorce mediation attorneys in the country.  Susan is the Vice Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution and is a sought-after keynote speaker, business and practice consultant, coach and trainer. You can find out more about Susan and her services here:  https://neon.page/susanguthrie Internationally renowned as one of the leading experts in online mediation, Susan created her Learn to Mediate Online® program and has trained more than 25,000 professionals in how to transition their practice online.  Susan recently partnered with legal and mediation legend, Forrest "Woody" Mosten to create the Mosten Guthrie Academy which provides gold-standard, fully online training for mediation and collaborative professionals at all stages of their careers.   Follow Susan Guthrie and THE DIVORCE AND BEYOND PODCAST on social media for updates and inside tips and information: Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susaneguthrie/ Susan on Instagram @susanguthrieesq ********************************************************************* We'd really appreciate it if you would give us a 5 Star Rating and tell us what you like about the show in a review - your feedback really matters to us!  You can get in touch with Susan at divorceandbeyondpod@gmail.com.  Don't forget to visit the webpage www.divorceandbeyondpod.com and sign up for the free NEWSLETTER to receive a special welcome video from Susan and more!! ********************************************************************* DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

Jayne Amelia speaks with guardian ad litem and child advocate/attorney, Rachel Aliza Elovitz. Rachel  has worked as a family law attorney for more than 27 years.  In that capacity, she has represented fathers seeking to legitimate children (who were born out of wedlock), grandparents seeking visitation rights with grandchildren, third party relatives seeking custody of children who are being abused or neglected by their parents, parents hoping to protect their children from another parent's abuse - and parents who have been falsely accused of abuse in an effort to alienate them from the children who love them. Rachel also serves as a guardian ad litem and child advocate, roles she initially took on in 2001 and 2007, respectively.  As a GAL, her role is to be the eyes and ears of the Court and to make recommendations about what is in the child's best interest (in both custody and dependency cases).  As a child advocate, she represents children in abuse and neglect cases (children in the child welfare system). Rachel is also a trained mediator, arbitrator, and collaborative lawyer.  Over the course of her career, Rachel has mediated domestic relations cases (family law), domestic violence cases, dependency cases, and legal guardianship cases.  Rachel was a founding partner of Elovitz and O'Nan, LLC, and Elovitz, Edwards, O'Nan, & Buerlein, LLC, firms focused on family law in Atlanta, Georgia.  During the Covid Pandemic, Rachel decided to return to solo practice.   Rachel is at her heart an educator.  Prior to practicing law, she taught children part time at various Jewish schools - one in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and four in Georgia.  Now 57, Rachel is still practicing law, but she enjoys spending time writing in the hope of sharing her knowledge and insights with others.  Her articles have been published in Family Lawyer Magazine, The Georgia Bar Journal, Jewish Women of Words, Divorce Magazine, The Atlanta Jewish Times, and The Jerusalem Post.Rachel is also active in her community, serving on the Boards of the Atlanta Israel Coalition, the Atlanta Jewish Community Relations Counsel, and is part of Ahavath Achim Synagogue's chevra kadisha (“holy society”), a group of Jewish women who help care for and prepare the bodies of those who have died for burial. Rachel is active on social media, mostly Twitter, as "AmIsraelChai_", which is Hebrew for "Israel lives." She appreciates that her voice - by itself - has limited power, but she is part of a collective of people who are committed to doing whatever they can to dispel the lies that permeate the Web, to bust the myths to which people injudiciously cling, to call out those who engage in disinformation and propaganda, to report those who incite hate and violence, and to amplify voices of truth.  See bonusbabies.org to learn more about what we are doing and please donate to support us by making a 100% tax-deductible contribution. EVERY PENNY OF YOUR CONTRIBUTION GOES TO RECORDING AND PLATFORMING THESE STORIES. Yeah!IG@bonusbabiespodcastTW@BonusBabiesPodFB@BonusBabiesPodcast

When a couple separates, it's usually the kid's lives that are disturbed the most—being shuttled from house to house. What if, instead of that, the kids stayed in their family home and the parents moved back and forth? This is called nesting, and it's exactly what my guest, Beth Behrendt did when she divorced. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor. Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show! Beth Behrendt is a freelance writer and divorced mother of three. She's written articles about nesting for the New York Times and Psychology Today, and is a regular contributor to Divorce Magazine. Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we're over 25 thousand strong! Join the Mindful Parenting membership. Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/ Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to today's episode! I am thrilled to share with you my recent guest appearance on the Divorce Magazine Canada podcast hosted by Deena Kordt. Divorce Magazine Canada provides valuable resources and support for individuals who are considering, dealing with, or have been through a divorce or separation.  In this episode, I recount the challenges I faced, the steps I took to rebuild my life, and the inspiration behind my podcast and coaching program. Despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, I have remained steadfast in providing valuable resources and unwavering support for healing and empowerment. I believe it is crucial to not only raise awareness but also to secure necessary funding and support for abuse survivors. I wholeheartedly encourage women to transcend the role of victimhood and actively pursue their own healing journeys. Together, we will explore the power of breaking the silence, seeking support, and reclaiming our lives. Get ready to embark on a path of resilience, self-love, and empowerment. Here's my interview with Deena Kordt - Season 3, Episode 43: A Conversation with Deena Kordt about Life after Narcissistic Abuse Topics Discussed:  The abusive relationship I was in, including financial, verbal, and physical abuse My reconstructive surgery and how I started rebuilding my life The importance of taking ownership of and rediscovering myself through personal growth What led me to start a podcast focused on helping domestic abuse survivors My nine-week intensive program for individuals who have experienced abuse or trauma JOIN THE "LET'S BREAK THE SILENCE" PROGRAM Join today to begin receiving 1:1 customized support for your journey from victim to VICTOR! Take the next step! Book a call here  Listen to these related episodes: Season 3, Episode 36: Our Voice Matters. Conversation with Marni Hill Foderaro about Domestic Abuse & Parental Alienation Season 3, Episode 18: Conversation with Nancy White about How to Thrive and Not Just Survive Both Physically and Mentally True Love After Toxic Love with Denise Kavaliauskas Let's Break the Silence Podcast If you are a woman who is afraid to speak out and share your story about domestic abuse, then this podcast is just for you. In each episode I share my personal journey about surviving domestic violence and the steps I took to transform myself from victim to victor to full-time successful entrepreneur. Guess What? YOU CAN, TOO! Out of my pain was born my passion for inspiring, educating and helping women, just like you, who are ready to live their authentic lives free from fear and despair. CONNECT WITH ME: Anchor.fm Podcast | anchor.fm/angeline-mitchell Facebook | www.facebook.com/angeline.constantinou/ Instagram | @lets_breakthesilence YouTube | www.youtube.com/channel/UCGle7MlB-Fz9pWGXVhTiLBg TikTok | @breakthesilence_angeline LinkedIn | Angeline Constantinou

Separated parents often worry about the upheaval a divorce causes in their kids' lives, especially the stress that comes with moving back and forth between two households. But what if you could give your children the security of staying in the family home? Nesting allows kids to do just that. And it's the parents who move in and out. So, how does nesting work? Is it right for your family? Beth Behrendt is the author of Nesting After Divorce: Co-Parenting in the Family Home. A freelance writer and single mother of three, Beth has shared her nesting experiences in several national publications, including The New York Times and Psychology Today. She is also a regular contributor to Divorce Magazine and Laura Wasser's It's Over Easy. Beth built Family Nesting to offer advice to other families considering this unique approach to divorce. On this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Beth joins Katherine to explain why she and her ex-husband made the decision to try nesting and how the arrangement benefits their family. Beth shares her take on nesting temporarily to make the transition to divorce easier, describing what the arrangement looks like for her family and how it's evolved over the last nine years! Listen in for Beth's insight on explaining the nesting situation to a new dating partner and find out if co-parenting in the family home is right for you. Topics Covered How nesting allows kids to stay in the family home after divorce How Beth's personal experience inspired her to write Nesting After Divorce Why Beth and her ex-husband made the decision to try nesting Beth's take on nesting for a year or two to make the transition to divorce easier How Beth, her ex and her kids benefit from the nesting arrangement What the nesting arrangement looks like for Beth's family (and how it evolved over the years) How Beth and her ex worked out who was responsible for what, e.g.: shopping, laundry, etc. Establishing rules re: introducing kids to new dating partners and allowing other adults to the nest How to explain the nesting situation to a new dating partner What qualities Beth's ex has that made nesting work for them How nesting impacted Beth's relationship with her ex and how it evolved over time Why nesting isn't right for every family but can work for many Connect with Beth Behrendt Family Nesting: https://familynesting.org/ Family Nesting on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/familynesting.org Family Nesting on Twitter: https://twitter.com/familynesting Beth on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethbehrendt?lang=en Beth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbehrendt/?hl=en Beth on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bethbehrendt Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker's Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: oii Call (914) 738-7765 Resources Nesting After Divorce: Co-Parenting in the Family Home by Beth Behrendt: https://www.amazon.com/Nesting-After-Divorce-Co-Parenting-Family/dp/1454949791/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39FZ0XEIJ3SN3&keywords=nesting+after+divorce&qid=1671135810&s=books&sprefix=nesting+after+dicorce%2Cstripbooks%2C74&sr=1-1 It Doesn't Have to Be That Way by Laura A. Wasser: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/it-doesnt-have-to-be-that-way-how-to-divorce-without-destroying-your-family-or-bankrupting-yourself_laura-a-wasser/1636713/item/27286672/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=pmax_high_vol_midlist_under_%2410&utm_adgroup=&utm_term=&utm_content=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmZejBhC_ARIsAGhCqncwxp8zb23HfEWYC7GEGIM50vaGJMsZnN9UVTJooWO507qOqOCYBtgaAmMIEALw_wcB#idiq=27286672&edition=8856959

Today, Ciara is joined with special guest Leanne Townsend from Townsend Family Law. We all know investing in yourself can be a hard step to take, but Leanne took that brave leap of faith and is reaping the rewards on the other side. In today's episode, Leanne shares how she went from burnt out Family Lawyer to wellness enthusiast with the help of Ciara! Leanne Townsend is a family law attorney in Toronto. She is the founder of Townsend Family Law where her practice is focused on family law, domestic violence and victim advocacy.  Prior to founding her own firm, Leanne gained significant experience both as a Partner at a respected Bay Street law firm as well as over 16 years as an Assistant Crown Attorney, most of which was spent as the domestic violence co-lead in the Toronto West Crown Attorney's Office.She is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured on CBC television, CP24, CTV News, numerous radio stations.as well as in the Lawyer's Daily and Divorce Magazine. She has been a guest expert in the media and on numerous podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist, co-parenting, and many other family law topics.  In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics related to family law and women empowerment.  She also hosts the Divorcing Well podcast as well as cohosts the Divorce Explained podcast.Leanne has degrees in political science, education and law.  Her biggest pride and joy are her two children who she lives with in Toronto, Canada.  In addition to her business, Leanne is passionate about fitness, travel and lifelong education.In this episode, you will learn more about:When Leanne knew it was time to reach out for helpTaking on additional challenges during a challenging time of lifeWomen taking on a martyr roleOpening yourself up to asking for helpWhy the support of a coach can take you to the next levelShowing up as the best version of yourself NOW!Connect with Leanne:townsendfamilylaw.ca InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInSay Hi To Ciara At:Ciarafoy.com @ciarafoyinc 

Hi, stepmom! In today's episode, Erin Careless, PhD and I are chatting about all things stepping back! If you've noticed that your role needs a refresh and you want to learn how to take a step back from tasks and triggers that disrupt your peace in your stepfamily, you don't want to miss this talk!Erin Careless, PhD is a Certified Stepparent Coach and writes under the name, Steplife. Two stepkids and two "ours babies" keep life busy for Erin and her husband, Matt. A stepchild herself, Erin experienced divorce, remarriage, and step-siblings within her own family. This experience adds to her ability to coach and support stepmoms in diverse situations. Erin specializes in topics such as stepmother identities and roles, mothering work, parenting styles, stepping back, and ours babies. Her work has been featured in StepMom Magazine, Stepparent Magazine, Huffington Post, DivorceForce, The Divorce Magazine, and Erin has presented her research at various academic conferences. Links Mentioned: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steplife.ca/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinsteplife/For Erin's course, 6 Steps to Stepping Back, email steplife@yahoo.com.Ready to create a stepmom life you love? Grab my FREE GUIDE 15 Ways to Become a Happier Stepmom Overnight: https://stepmomming.com/happierLet's work together: https://stepmomming.com/quick-links/Craving CONTROL, stepmom? Join our life-changing signature program, Control Freak Collective, before it goes away on November 19th! https://stepmomming.thrivecart.com/control-freak-collective-lite-b/

When it comes to initiating a split, there's a clear pattern in who makes the final call. In Western heterosexual relationships, women catalyse an enormous proportion of divorces. In the US specifically, where no-fault divorce is legal in all 50 sates, some estimates put the figure at 70%, according to the BBC. “I'm Donna McGoff retired teacher/counselor, inventor of board games, author, and life coach. It's my passion to help women to move out of the past and rebuild a new life full of joy and happiness, after divorce. Many women are "stuck" and don't know where or how to begin to move forward and create a life they would love living. They are stuck somewhere, or they wouldn't have longing and discontent. (Some think holding everything together and going through a daily routine every day is success. That is not success but settling, and life is not meant to be lived that way.) That was me. When nothing else worked, with my background, experience, and expertise, I created my own plan of action. It evolved into five steps taking me from a long period after divorce (stuck) to my personal transformation. It's called Recover, Reconnect, Reinvent--The Ultimate Results-Driven Process Rebuilding A New Life After Divorce. One of the key components of this success of this process is making THE DECISION that you will take responsibility for where you are now, and you'll do what it takes to get to where you want to go. One has to be willing to change mindset, perspective, and attitude in order to get different results. You recover and heal from the inside out. That is the key. It all starts inside, and learning to think correctly is the secret. There is no groveling around in the past. This is forward moving. It's not that the past isn't there or that one doesn't have it in their life but you learn to make enough space inside to create a new plan, take action, and make your new life happen. It's is step by step process. You will find out where you are "stuck" then do the work (Ramping Up) to move through (The Road Through Recovery--that's the recovery cycle.) Next, there is Reconnecting With Self (who you are now--some of your roles and identity has changed.) Then, there's Reinventing Self (who you want to become for the future--strengths, passions, and values.) Finally, Relaunching Self (Where you want to go for the future.) I blog for Divorce Magazine. I offer Coaching Programs and Online Courses. I have a Master of Science in Human Development Counseling and Family Studies.” She joined me this week to tell me more. For more information: https://www.livingabovetheordinary.com/ Get The Course: https://vimeo.com/695493748

Karen Stewart is the founder and CEO of Fairway Divorce Solutions, Canada's leading divorce mediation company with franchises in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. When she started Fairway, Karen not only brought to the table lessons learned from her costly divorce and a knowing that there had to be a better way, but she also brought years of experience in the financial industry. This winning equation blended with Karen's natural inclination to understand how numbers line up and sound decisions are made helped thousands of families lead healthier and more rewarding lives. Over the years, Karen has started up, ran, and sold four companies which remains successful to this day, demonstrating her ability to compete in the rough and tumble and often cutthroat world of business. Along the way, she developed a keen understanding of how systems work and the significant barriers to entry, particularly for female entrepreneurs. To that end, Karen founded Bumble Bees Venture Capital to ultimately change the world by putting money in the hands of female leaders. Karen's team of Bumble Bees has pollinated successful businesses that are offering innovative solutions and making a positive impact on the world. In addition to her commercial enterprises, Karen offers her unique brand of straight talk advice and strategic decision-making processes through the written and spoken word. Her first book, Clean Break was published in 2008 and is considered a must-read for anyone getting a divorce. Clean break provides practical step-by-step advice for surviving divorce with dignity and moving on with your life. In 2021, Karen added three new books to the lineup, including A Guide to Divorce for Men, A Guide to Divorce for Women, How to Divorce without wrecking your life and the Clarity Decision Making Method. What do these books have in common? Each provides a solid framework for making good decisions and leading a better life. Karen Stewart is also a sought-after speaker, contributor and divorce expert and has made many media appearances discussing the effects of divorce in today's society. These appearances include The Globe and Mail, ABC Money Matters, Entrepreneur Magazine, PROFIT Magazine, More Magazine, Financial Times, BNN, USA Today, Reader's Digest, CTV, Slice™️ and Breakfast Television. Karen is also a featured blogger on Huffington Post Canada and Divorce Magazine. Karen was awarded the Woman of Vision Award in Calgary and PROFIT Magazine's Top 100 Businesswomen. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada's economy. To support Canada's businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Episode 006 - Beth Behrendt. Beth Behrendt is mother of three, a freelance writer, and founder of FamilyNesting.Org. Before pursuing a writing career she was a research librarian in Washington, DC. She now lives in her hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she and her ex-husband have been nesting with their three children since 2014. Their oldest is now in college, the middle in high school, and the youngest in middle school. They intend to continue nesting until the youngest goes to college. She has shared the story of her family's nesting co-parenting in The New York Times, Psychology Today, and other publications and websites. She regularly writes for Divorce Magazine on the topic of nesting and has been a guest on the Divorcing Well; Divorce & Beyond; and Thank You, Heartbreak podcasts.. Beth and her ex-husband, Bill, appeared on Good Morning America in June 2019 as part of its series on marriage and divorce. She is currently writing a step-by-step guidebook to share the stories of her family and other nesting families, and to help other parents make nesting work for them. It will be published by Union Square & Company in Spring 2023. You can subscribe to her mailing list at FamilyNesting.Org and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. https://familynesting.org/ https://www.facebook.com/familynesting.org https://www.facebook.com/groups/familynesting It Doesn't Have To Be That Way - by Laura Wasser https://www.amazon.com/Doesnt-Have-That-Way-Bankrupting/dp/125004748X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SLX51YXVXCYI&keywords=it+doesn%27t+have+to+be+that+way&qid=1650418360&s=books&sprefix=it+doesn%27t+have+to+be+that+way%2Cstripbooks%2C64&sr=1-1 Note: Guests create their own bio description for each episode. The Good Divorce Podcast is hosted and produced by Tom Kendrick. The Good Divorce Podcast is listener supported! The easiest way to donate is via the Venmo app and you can donate to (at symbol)TomKendrick (Download app here: venmo.com) The Good Divorce Podcast is currently available free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible, Soundcloud, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, and Castbox. With more coming soon! Disclaimer: The Good Divorce Podcast may contain content not suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion advised. The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are solely those of the guest(s). These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of The Good Divorce Podcast. This podcast may contain explicit language. 28 April 2022

Dating after divorce, while raising children, can be challenging. This episode tackles these tough topics in a way that offers practical tools and hope. Rosalind Sedacca, CDC is recognized as The Voice of Child-Centered Divorce. She is a Divorce & Co-Parenting Coach and founder of the Child-Centered Divorce Network which provides advice, programs, coaching and other valuable resources for parents who are facing, moving through or transitioning after a divorce. She is the author of How Do I Tell the Kids About The Divorce? A Create-a-Storybook Guide To Preparing Your Children – With Love! -- an internationally acclaimed ebook designed to help parents get through the tough divorce talk with the best possible outcome for themselves and their children. Rosalind has also created several ebooks and e-courses on co-parenting success strategies including an 8-hr Anger Management Program for Co-Parents. She also hosts the Divorce, Dating & Empowered Living Radio Show & Podcast. In addition, Rosalind is a Dating After Divorce Coach and co-author of 99 Things Women Wish They Knew Before Dating After 40, 50 & Yes, 60! as well as the DatingRescue eCourse and Create Your Ideal Relationship Kit for women and Mastering the Challenges of Dating: A Success Formula for Men. She is a national contributor to Divorce Magazine as well as numerous dating, relationships and parenting websites and blogs. Rosalind is the 2008 First Place Winner of the Victorious Woman Award as well as the 2011 International Women's Day Outstanding Service Award winner for her work with divorce and parenting issues. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The challenges parents face when going through the decision to divorce How children can learn conflict communication skills from their parents Entering the world of dating as a divorced parent Success strategies for dating after divorce How to prepare children for your dating journey How to find the right person Warning signs to look out for Links Mentioned in This Episode: Website | Facebook | Linked In | Instagram | Twitter  

About Marian Grande: Marian Grande is a Qualified Mediator and Divorce Coach with over 18 years of experience in Family Law. She is the founder of Absolute Dispute Resolution. Marian is well-known for her sympathetic and empathetic approach, whether she is conducting mediation or coaching while ensuring her clients have a safe, neutral, and calm setting to express themselves. Marian's experience and knowledge in family law and civil litigation allow her to conduct mediations and coaching proficiently, with the intent to resolve the issues in dispute or coaching her clients through the best way to deal with the emotional, financial, and legal aspects of separation and divorce. She is proficient at mediation, negotiation and coaching all facets of separation and divorce, from separation agreements to parenting plans to dealing with the financial factors of divorce to coaching clients on how to navigate the stresses of preparing for and attending court, as well as the emotional support required during this overwhelming time. Marian comprehends the intricacies and emotions concerned with negotiating sensitive and private issues surrounding separation and divorce, including dealing with the economic importance of divorce. She is passionate about ending the stigma surrounding separation and divorce. She works hard to support families to resolve their conflicts in a less stressful, less costly and less time-consuming manner and finds it very rewarding to assist her clients in restoring stability and harmony in their lives. You may find some of her blogs/articles in various publications, including mediate.com and Divorce Magazine. What We Discuss In This Episode: Many people come to Marian in all stages of the divorce process. She coaches them through the hurt, anger, frustration, and all that goes along with this painful time of life. She is passionate about empowering people as they go through this phase of life so that they can walk through with dignity, and yes, even joy and peace as she walks them through a new, more vital way to come out the other side victorious and empowered. Connect with Marian Grande:  www.absolutedisputeresolution.com   Connect with Lynne: If you are looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized & Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, wrangling sugar gremlins, and overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, and much more so women can feel energized, healthy, confident, and joyful each day. Website:  https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc The Energized Healthy Women's Club:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth   Free Resource: Hot flashes? Low Energy? Difficulty with weight management? If MID-LIFE & MENOPAUSE are taking their toll then I've got a solution for you! I've taken all my very best strategies and solutions to help you feel energized, vibrant, lighter & healthy, and compiled them into this FREE resource! Thrive in midlife and beyond - download my guide here: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/thrive-through-menopause/   Did You Enjoy The Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode please let us know! 5-star reviews for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, or Stitcher are greatly appreciated. This helps us reach more women struggling to live through midlife and beyond. Thank you. Together, we make a difference!

Ali Wilks MSc is a certified Successful Stepfamily Strategist and Couples Coach. Stepfamilies have to contend with extra stressors, deeper and more complex layers that just do not apply to first-time families.  Driven by her own feelings of doubt and insecurity in her stepmom role,  she discovered her passion to help became her purpose. She created the Successful Stepmom Retreats and Successful Stepcouple Retreats. She is also the owner and developer of The Soulful Stepmom where she shares her soulful insights, embraces her otherworldly gifts, and teaches about her heart earned lessons that came as a result of her stepmom struggles.Ali offers transformational coaching programs to stepmoms to release resentment to find peace and empowerment. She also coaches stepcouples to become an usntoppable team because she believes stepfamily stress can be turned into stepfamily success. She's been featured  Divorce Magazine, YourTango, StepMom Magazine, and on Stepparent Magazine  as their Wellness Editor.  She is a recent add to International Bestselling Authors list for her contribution to the Book BluTalks Series 2. Team Work in both Households is the way to prevent Mental Health and to build children's confidence and security during a changing time. Support the show (https://paypal.me/iparentgen?locale.x=en_US)

This is PART 1 with Ali Wilks, "2 Households Same Rules"Ali Wilks MSc is a certified Successful Stepfamily Strategist and Couples Coach. Stepfamilies have to contend with extra stressors, deeper and more complex layers that just do not apply to first-time families.  Driven by her own feelings of doubt and insecurity in her stepmom role,  she discovered her passion to help became her purpose. She created the Successful Stepmom Retreats and Successful Stepcouple Retreats. She is also the owner and developer of The Soulful Stepmom where she shares her soulful insights, embraces her otherworldly gifts, and teaches about her heart earned lessons that came as a result of her stepmom struggles.Ali offers transformational coaching programs to stepmoms to release resentment to find peace and empowerment. She also coaches stepcouples to become an usntoppable team because she believes stepfamily stress can be turned into stepfamily success. She's been featured  Divorce Magazine, YourTango, StepMom Magazine, and on Stepparent Magazine  as their Wellness Editor.  She is a recent add to International Bestselling Authors list for her contribution to the Book BluTalks Series 2. Support the show (https://paypal.me/iparentgen?locale.x=en_US)

The publisher of Divorce Magazine discusses the division of assets and debts in a divorce with Family Lawyer Eric Hannum from Manasquan, New Jersey. www.ericbhannumlaw.com 

Dan Couvrette, the publisher of Divorce Magazine and Family Lawyer Magazine discussed the ins and outs of marital agreements, including prenups and postnups with Family Lawyer Brian McNamara of Kingwood, Texas who offers both custom drafted and prepackaged marital agreements via www.texasprenup.com and www.mcnamaralawyers.com.  For a transcript of this interview, please visit www.texasprenup.com/watch-brian-mcnamara-discusses-texas-marital-agreement.

This week, I chat with Leanne Townsend, whose life dramatically flipped upside down - in the best possible way - before her 50th birthday.   She shares her story of hope, courage, grit and perseverance with our listeners in an effort to let others know they can transform their lives no matter where they are or what age they start.   You will be so inspired by Leanne, because she took a really hard situation and created a life she really wanted for herself.   Listen in as we talk about: How drinking alcohol spiraled her into a rut The moment that really made her realize she needed to make some changes. The tools that have helped her transform her life Her best tips for becoming who you are meant to be    Leanne Townsend is a family law attorney in Toronto. She is Counsel & Chair of the Family Law Group at Mills and Mills LLP where her practice is focused on family law, domestic violence and victim advocacy.    She is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured on CBC television, CP24, CTV News, numerous radio stations.as well as in the Lawyer's Daily and Divorce Magazine. She has been a guest expert in the media and on numerous podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist, co-parenting, and many other family law topics. In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics related to family law and women empowerment.    Connect with Leanne www.instagram.com/leannetownsendlife www.twitter.com/leanne_townsend https://www.facebook.com/leannetownsendlife/  https://leannetownsend.ca/  Divorcing Well Podcast The Dish on Divorce Show   I'd love to connect with you: https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/  https://jessicastephens.ca

Allison Lee Burgess, LMFT is a Licensed Psychotherapist, Professional Speaker, and Parent Coach. She recently presented her TEDx talk, “Re-imagining Parenting: Transforming Expectations to Appreciation of Neurodiversity.” For nearly a decade she has specialized in working with highly sensitive, anxious, and spirited teens and their parents to help families stay emotionally connected through even the most intense times. Allison has helped hundreds of teens and their families, and has done speaking engagements, presentations, and webinars to over 20 different private, public, and charter schools. She has counseled members of the U.S. Figure Skating Team and has had her writing contributions featured in Lambert academic book publications, and published online articles for Divorce Magazine. Allison is a single working mom and proud parent of three fabulous teenagers. She has a private practice in Pacific Palisades, California and also coaches clients virtually across the country.    Allison Lee Burgess, LMFT ------ Instagram Facebook

Stepfamilies have to contend with extra stressors, deeper and more complex layers that just do not apply to first-time families. Ali is well versed in the challenges that stepmoms and stepcouples face in 'blending' together. Ali Wilks MSc is a certified successful stepfamily strategist and couples coach. Driven by her own feelings of doubt and insecurity, she turned her passion to help into her purpose and created the Successful Stepmom Retreats and Successful Stepcouple Retreats. She is also the owner and developer of The Soulful Stepmom where she shares her soulful insights, embraces her otherworldly gifts, and teaches about her heart-earned lessons that came as a result of her stepmom struggles. She can be found on the usual social media platforms as well as Stepcoupling.com, Stepparent Magazine as their Wellness Editor, and on the groundbreaking Stepmomz App. On top of it all, Ali offers transformational coaching programs to stepmoms and stepcouples because she believes stepfamily stress can be turned into stepfamily success and stepcoupples can be an unstoppabble team. As the bio mom of two smart and sassy daughters, the wife to her husband of 13 years, and the stepmom to three awesome adult stepkids and two adorable grandkids, she is well on her way to having the groove in her stepmom game. FINALLY. She's been featured in DivorceForce, Divorce Magazine, YourTango. StepMom Magazine, coParenter app and of course, Stepparent Magazine. She is a recent add to International Bestselling Authors on Amazon for her contribution to the Book BluTalks Series 2. Ali brought some amazing wisdom and insights to our interview, so be sure to check it out! "Start your day with 'How can I make your day better?'" "Communication is one of the pivotal aspects of having a successful relationship." "Have a plan for conflict. Know your triggers to avoid, and be willing to ask what others need so you can support them in the midst of conflict." "Myth to bust: don't go to bed angry." "You can be right, or you can stay connected." "Gratitude is transformational." Email: aliwilks@stepcoupling.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stepbystepmom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successfulstepcoupling Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ali_Wilks Links: Stepcoupling by Susan Wisdom and Jennifer Green https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/192509/stepcoupling-by-susan-wisdom-lpc-and-jennifer-green/ Adversaries Into Allies by Bob Burg https://www.amazon.com/Adversaries-into-Allies-Ultimate-Influence/dp/1591848164 Stepparenting Magazine https://stepparentmagazine.com/ The Gottman Institute (information on relationships, especially conflict resolution): https://www.gottman.com/

Sonia Frontera is a divorce lawyer, empowerment trainer and author. The owner of Frontera Law in Lambertville, N.J., she offers forward-thinking legal solutions to help individuals end their marriages amicably and navigate the immigration maze.  The author of Relationships Solutions: Effective Strategies to Heal Your Heart and Create the Happiness You Deserve, Frontera  offers practical advice and hope to people whose lives have been upended by marital troubles, teaching them how to dissolve their obstacles to happiness and create fulfilling lives. Frontera is the survivor of a toxic marriage who has been happily remarried for 14 years. Through the years, she has supported domestic violence survivors as an advocate, speaker and empowerment trainer. She is a Certified Canfield Success Principles Trainer and offers inspirational workshops and retreats. A graduate of Rutgers Law School and Syracuse University, Frontera contributes regularly to Divorce Magazine and Divorced Moms and has been featured on NBC, MSN and The New York Times. She is a compulsive knitter who is happiest hanging out at her New Jersey country home with her husband and their three street-dogs-turned-princesses. Find out how Sonia is utilizing the power of podcast interviews to reach her market, raise her visibility and sell more books. www.soniafrontera.com

Family lawyer Maria Cognetti discusses complex child custody issues during COVID-19 with Divorce Magazine's editorial director, Diana Shepherd. For the full transcript and video interview please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/watch-complex-child-custody-issues-during-covid-19

Sharon Klein, president of Wilmington Trust Family Wealth, Eastern U.S. region, discusses the urgency for divorce and estate planning in light of COVID-19 with Dan Couvrette, publisher of Divorce Magazine. For the full transcript and video interview please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/watch-estate-planning-and-covid-19 

Manhattan Tax and Financial Expert John Johansen discusses what divorcing individuals should know about the CARES Act with Divorce Magazine's Editorial Director, Diana Shepherd. For the full transcript and video interview please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/watch-what-divorcing-individuals-should-know-about-the-cares-act 

In this podcast, Pennsylvania family law attorney Maria Cognetti discusses the dos and don'ts of prenuptial agreements in Pennsylvania. Including who should get one and what should be covered in a prenup. Hosted By:  Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Maria Cognetti, Camp Hill/Harrisburg Family Law and Prenuptial Agreement Lawyer in Pennsylvania. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe. For the full transcript, please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/prenuptial-agreements-in-pennsylvania-maria-cognetti

In this podcast, Pennsylvania family law attorney Maria Cognetti discusses the dos and don’ts of prenuptial agreements in Pennsylvania. Including who should get one and what should be covered in a prenup. Hosted By:  Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Maria Cognetti, Camp Hill/Harrisburg Family Law and Prenuptial Agreement Lawyer in Pennsylvania. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe. For the full transcript, please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/prenuptial-agreements-in-pennsylvania-maria-cognetti

Leanne Townsend is a family law attorney and divorce strategist in Toronto. She is a Partner at the law firm of Brauti Thorning LLP where her practice is focused on family law, domestic violence and victim advocacy. Carmelia chats with LeAnne about divorcing, separating and co-parenting during the pandemic. She opens up about the do's and don't of navigating divorce and separation in the middle of a pandemic, sharing her own perspective and challenges of finding love as a single person. Leanne is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured in Lawyer’s Daily, Divorce Magazine, Daring Woman Magazine, and she has been a guest expert on a number of radio stations and podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist, co-parenting, and many other family law topics.  In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics related to family law and women empowerment.  She also hosts the Divorcing Well podcast. Do you want to get matched? Join our private singles network! Click Here Connect with Carmelia on Instagram @carmeliaray @betterlovepodcast Connect with Carmelia on Facebook  Learn more about Carmelia Carmelia Ray Website

Sharon Klein, president of Wilmington Trust Family Wealth, Eastern U.S. region, discusses the urgency for divorce and estate planning in light of COVID-19 with Dan Couvrette, publisher of Divorce Magazine. For the full transcript and video interview please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/watch-estate-planning-and-covid-19 

Manhattan Tax and Financial Expert John Johansen discusses what divorcing individuals should know about the CARES Act with Divorce Magazine's Editorial Director, Diana Shepherd. For the full transcript and video interview please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/watch-what-divorcing-individuals-should-know-about-the-cares-act 

Family lawyer Maria Cognetti discusses complex child custody issues during COVID-19 with Divorce Magazine’s editorial director, Diana Shepherd. For the full transcript and video interview please visit: https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/watch-complex-child-custody-issues-during-covid-19

Podcast: Top Tips for Negotiating Divorce Settlement Agreements In this podcast, Sharon Klein, a Family Wealth Strategist and Trusts & Estates Attorney and Michigan family lawyer Mark Bank discuss top tips for negotiating divorce settlement agreements with Dan Couvrette, CEO of Family Lawyer Magazine and Divorce Marketing Group. Hosted By:  Dan Couvrette, CEO, Family Lawyer Magazine Guest Speakers: Sharon Klein, a Family Wealth Strategist and Trusts & Estates Attorney, and Mark Bank, a Family Lawyer in Birmingham, Michigan Full transcript and video interview available at https://familylawyermagazine.com/articles/top-tips-for-negotiating-divorce-settlement-agreements/ Read the Transcript of this Podcast Below. Intro: Welcome to Family Lawyer Magazine’s podcast. This episode is on Top Tips for Negotiating Divorce Settlement Agreements.  Your host of this episode is Dan Couvrette, the publisher of Family Lawyer Magazine and Divorce Magazine. His two guests are Sharon Klein and Mark Bank. Sharon Klein is president of Family Wealth, Eastern U.S. Region for Wilmington Trust. She coordinates the delivery of all wealth management services by teams of professionals and heads Wilmington's National Matrimonial Advisory Solutions Practice. Beginning her career as a trust and estates attorney, she is a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and chair of the Domestic Relations Committee of the Trust and Estates Magazine where she sits on the board. Mark Bank is a founding partner of the law firm Bank Rifkin in Michigan, and focuses on complex divorce cases in Michigan and nationwide. He is a diplomat of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Here’s the podcast. We hope you enjoy it. Dan: Sharon, what services do you offer and how do you work with family lawyers? Sharon: Wilmington Trust provides the full spectrum of wealth management services and through the matrimonial advisory practice group that I lead, we work with family law attorneys like Mark to provide a comprehensive suite of services for clients who have recently been divorced or in the process of getting divorced. And that could be everything from investing the settlement proceeds to acting as a neutral, impartial trustee to reviewing business valuations, to reviewing insurance, to providing family office services and also private banking services. And in particular, in the pre-divorce context, we have very sophisticated proprietary analytical tools where we can run comprehensive financial projections that take into account all assets. That could include private assets like a business as well as showing detailed cash flows, which take into account tax impact and also changes on the investment horizon. So, we could stress test the portfolio depending on what's happening in the investment landscape. And that typically gives attorneys wonderful information to take to the negotiating table in order to best position themselves and their clients at that table. And then post-divorce, we could use those same analytical tools to craft an investment strategy that's designed to ensure that a portfolio will sustain a certain lifestyle Dan: And Mark, what is the focus of your family law practice? Mark: My firm handles complex divorce cases, not only in Michigan but nationwide. The complexities that we handle, they're really two-fold. One focus would be on the financial end, and the complexities might involve business valuation, differentiating income from cash flow, understanding the tax consequences of a certain transaction, or understanding certain parts of an executive compensation package. The other part of the complexity would involve children and working out custody arrangements, parenting time arrangements with the understanding that there's no one size fits all when it comes to divorce. Dan: That's great. So Mark, how would you work together and when would you recommend this approach of collaboration? Mark: I think when it comes to divorce lawyers, in working with financial advisors, one of the most underutilized synergies in my particular industry, there are really two different aspects that would come up with this. The first would be while the case is going on. As a divorce lawyer, what I'm looking at is building a statement of net worth, understanding the cash flow for the client, and understanding that client's expenses. And working with someone in Sharon's industry, that person would be able to help me understand what passive income can be generated from the assets in this particular estate. And then also working with her and the client to understand what are the client's expenses going forward, what budgeting we need to do as part of the case so that at the end of the case, the income meets the expenses, and not only looking at it for a particular year but trying to take it out for the rest of the client's life if possible and making sure that the client's financial needs are satisfied long term. Dan: Sharon, can you describe how Wilmington Trust approaches the analytical analysis that Mark has referred to? Sharon: Well, I think Mark’s given a great summary of how colleagues could work together to best support clients. And I think that any analysis has to be grounded in realistic expectations. Typically in the divorce arena, it's very important that a pool of assets generates a specific level of income and that level of income can sustain a lifestyle for a period of time or the client's life. And that leads to the question: how is it possible to sustain a portfolio given a particular set of cash inflows, which can be alimony, can be child support, can be a salary, and other particulars like living expenses, taxes, educational expenses. So, the analytical tools that I've been describing, they project the cash flow on a year by year basis as my access. Or you could plan out way into the future and have a year by year breakdown of what to expect. And as I mentioned, this typically provides an attorney negotiating a divorce settlement agreement with wonderful information to leverage to best advantage for their client. Dan: So that sounds very necessary and very thorough to me. Sharon: Absolutely. Because at the end of the day, it's all about the data. It's all about making a case for what your client needs, and if you could show the data, which is sophisticated data, not an Excel spreadsheet, but data that is impacted by different market environments and by different needs and expectations of clients, you could really have a dynamic presentation that adds a lot of value to those discussions. Dan: So Mark, can you describe to me what the second part is? Mark: Well, the first part I mentioned was working with someone in Sharon's industry while the case is going on to plan for the future. But the biggest mistake people in my industry make is at the end of the case is they just hand the client a check and say, have a nice life. And that's not where it should end. That should be the halfway point. We put together a plan and now we need to make sure that there's somebody out there who can implement it. So, it's important to take that plan and sit down with someone in the financial services industry and say, how do we make this plan come to life? And that takes the transition from the divorce lawyer to the financial service industry and making sure that the cash flow that I was projecting is there for the client, they understand the budgeting, and that there's somebody there in the long term to implement the plan and look over the plan and make sure the client's taken care of. And this is something that a lot of divorce lawyers, in my opinion, don't think about. And they just get to the end of the case and say to the client, here's your money and have a nice life, and it really can't be that way. I personally think that's irresponsible and really the best practice would be to work with someone in Sharon's industry while the case is going on to do the planning and then at the end of the case to implement the plan. Sharon: Right. And I've actually seen Mark in action in that regard. So, it's not just advice that he's giving that he doesn't fully embrace. And it was wonderful to see Mark in action taking the client through the whole phase of pre-divorced, divorced, and afterward to show that he really cared about her and helped her move on with it. So, I'm a big proponent of Mark's advice and, as I say, I've seen him in practice, and it worked out really well for him and his client. Dan: It sounds like it's a way to do it. Mark: Well, in most instances, you're working with someone who has no experience in managing their finances, managing their money, doing their financial plan. And not only don't they have that experience but when they're coming to see me, they're scared to death about what their future's going to look like. So it's my job to be able to say there is a future after divorce and to be able to take the resources that they bring to the table, whether in terms of their net worth or in terms of their cash flow and be able to have it make sense to them and be able to show them what it's going to look like going forward. So, you can see somebody take a deep breath. When you start doing that, they come into your office and they're just scared of what's going to come. And to the extent that you can put together this plan or talk to them about how you're going to put together the plan, you can see somewhere to go. And they know there's somebody out there that understands what their problems are and then how to solve them. Sharon: And let me just add on to that because I totally agree with you. And oftentimes in my seat, I see people come to me and they've not been handling the financial side of a marriage. A spouse has been handling that, so they feel overwhelmed, they feel alone, they feel like they're not able to handle it. So, you have to take the time to educate people and to describe the process against the backdrop of what they're going through, and you have to be sensitive to where they are in their lives. But oftentimes when you do that, you actually see a transformation into a poised self-confident person who, although they're going through a very sad phase in their lives, they're actually glad that they had a chance to show that they can do it, that they've proven it to themselves. And it's very rewarding to see that transformation for someone who, even though they're going through a very sad time, was able to view the future with some optimism. Mark: But to be able to do this right, this synergy between the two industries is most important. There are divorce lawyers out there who just get started, but they don't understand anything about finance, so they can't say anything intelligent to the client to take the edge off. On the other hand, there are financial planners out there. Clients say, tell me what I need for the future. And they start putting together a financial plan without talking to the divorce lawyer and have any clue what the assets are, what the income is, and what the expenses are. And this really needs to be done together to put together the best long term plan for the client. Sharon: So, collaboration is the key. Well, just really to add on to Mark's comment, which is in sort of phase two post-divorce, there is so much that needs to be done in order to help clients move on with the rest of their lives. So, for example, all of their estate planning documents need to be reviewed because typically they all need to be updated to reflect new beneficiaries. Insurance needs to be reviewed, and oftentimes, as I was mentioning, one spouse hasn't been involved with the financial side of the marriage, and they may not even be used to writing checks. So, oftentimes we find that clients really want family office services. They want bill pay, they want advice about taxes and tax preparation. So, we help bring it all together so that they feel comfortable and so that they have all the advice they need to move on to the next chapter. This is critical. Dan: Sounds essential to me as well. Sharon, let's talk about trusts for a minute. Do you have any tips for dealing with a trust created during the marriage when negotiating a divorce settlement agreement? Sharon: Yes, absolutely, and there has actually very recently been a very significant change in the law regarding the taxation of trust income after divorce. Individuals can create trusts and transfer assets to those trusts, and those assets will be out of their estates for estate tax purposes if structured properly, but they can continue to own the trust for income tax purposes. And that's a so-called grantor trust. And you might ask, why would anybody want to give away assets and remain on the hook? And the answer is that's perfect estate planning because the individual who creates the trust pays the tax liability of the trust and relieves the beneficiaries of the trust from that tax burden. So, in essence, the trust is allowed to grow tax-free, and of all the estate planning techniques that we have in our arsenal, tax-free growth is the best of them all. And in actuality, the grantor or the creator of the trust is making a gift to the beneficiaries of the trust in paying those taxes. But the IRS does not consider it a gift. And that's why I say it's perfect estate planning. Now, the way it impacts the matrimonial situation is if spouses created a trust while they're married, one spouse creates a trust and the other spouse can potentially receive income from that trust. By its nature, that will be a grantor trust. The problem becomes when the spouses get divorced because grantor trust status is determined at the time the trust is created and it doesn't take into account the fact that parties get divorced. So, if parties get divorced and grantor trust status remains, it means that the person who created the trust will continue to be liable to pay the taxes on distributions received by a beloved ex-spouse forever. And that's a horrendous result, and obviously not a result that the creator of the trust would have anticipated. Until December of 2018, there was a section of the Internal Revenue Code, Section 682, which saved the day. And section 682 said in that scenario, if people get divorced and a distribution is made to an ex-spouse, the ex-spouse picks up that distribution in her income and it is not attributable to the creator of the trust. Unfortunately, as I said, the protection of that section has ended, so if people get divorced beginning in 2019, every trust that was created during the course of the marriage needs to be looked at by the matrimonial attorney to see what are the tax consequences of that trust. And note that the triggering date is divorce beginning in 2019. It applies to a trust created at any time during the course of the marriage. So, a trust could be five years old, 10 years old, and you could have this terrible tax result. So, it's something, and this is a great place for matrimonial attorneys and estate planning attorneys and investment advisors to collaborate because there are some potential fixes to this situation. But you really need collaboration across disciplines. One thing that's possible, and you have to be very mindful not to trigger adverse tax consequences, is terminating the trust on divorce and equalizing with other assets or perhaps modifying the trust and again, equalizing with other assets. Or perhaps including a reimbursement provision in a settlement agreement that reimburses the creator of the trust for the ongoing tax liability attributable to distributions to the ex-spouse. The point is though that if matrimonial attorneys and family lawyers finish the divorce and then say, we'll send you to your trust and estates and investment advisors to redo your planning, the opportunity to fix that skewed tax result will have been lost. This is something that needs to be addressed during the course of the negotiations, during the course of the divorce proceeding. Dan: So I know Mark wouldn't make that mistake. Mark: You're exactly right in the comment that you made. I'm working more and more with trust lawyers every day while these cases are going on, part of my job is to look at the assets of the parties and decide what's a marital asset, what's not a marital asset, but separate from what are the assets of the parties. There may be something that somebody says, that's not one of our assets anymore because it's an irrevocable trust. And something that's an irrevocable trust in most States is outside of the marital estate, and it's not divisible by the court incident to a divorce. So, one of the things we're looking at is if there are millions of dollars in the trust that may be outside of the estate, was there any element of control that was retained by either of the parties that may bring that asset back within the marital estate? And frankly, I was working on a case not too long ago, and I happened to read Sharon's article on the change in the tax law, and that triggered something and I said, wait a second, the spouse having to pay the tax and perpetuity going forward, that's an element of control that we need to look at. And I don't know yet whether we'll be successful in bringing that into the marital estate, but the idea wouldn't have been there without working with Sharon on that particular issue. And because of that, I've been working more and more with trust lawyers every day. Dan: That makes sense. Mark, do you have any other tips for practitioners when negotiating divorce settlement agreements? Mark: Well, I could go on and on with that for days and talk about finances in particular provisions to include in the settlement agreement pricing. I think the single most important thing is managing expectations. And that's what lawyers don't do a good job of is telling clients what they need to know rather than what they want to hear. So often clients come into your office and say, I want this, I want that. And too often lawyers out there are saying, sure, no problem. I can get that for you. Rather than sitting back and managing the expectation from the beginning and say “let's talk about what's real and let's talk about what you really need to know”. Because when the client, when the lawyers don't manage the expectations, it gets a bad result for the client. Even if it looks good on paper, the client's not going to appreciate it in relation to what otherwise would have been achieved. And the way I'm always looking at this, the analogy I use is going to the optometrist's office. You walk into the office, and you think you see things clearly, and suddenly they start dropping these different lenses in front of you and they put one lens in and it looks a little different. They put another lens in, and it looks a little different and they put in the final lens, and suddenly you're seeing a whole different picture. And when a client comes into the divorce lawyer’s office, it's the lawyer's job to say, this is what the law is in your state. This is what this judge in your case might likely do. In this particular case, this is what's happened. In other cases, this is what happens with this particular lawyer on the other side of the case, and it really changes what the client's expectations may be at the end. And to the extent that a lawyer can manage those expectations from the beginning and paint a real result for the client, they're going to more satisfied clients at the end of the day. Sharon: I couldn't agree more. And actually, I think this sort of plays back to the analytics and the importance of having data to put things in context and running different scenarios. So, when you're running cash flow projections, you have to show a client several different scenarios to show what's possible. And the expectations have to be grounded in reality. Cash flow projections might have to take into account the cost of living adjustments, may be an expense that's going to be incurred somewhere down the line that you want to take into consideration there and then. You've got to make some assumptions about what the market is going to deliver. Some assets like retirement assets can grow. You also have to build in actuarial assumptions about taking required minimum distributions from certain assets once you reach the appropriate age. So, there's a lot of different moving parts, but I think if you show people the data in different scenarios and what they might expect, I think those lenses become a little bit clearer. Mark: And this goes back to what I was talking about at the beginning. A lot of times people come to me and they've already met with a financial planner who's put something together with just no clue about what the reality is. And the client comes in and says, well, you know, based on this, I need $400,000 a month and $20 million in my bank account to start. I'm like, that's nice, but you don't have that kind of money. And to the extent that a lawyer's working with the financial advisor or the financial advisor, if that's where the client goes first, brings in the lawyer, and they can work together. They can really manage those expectations from the beginning to create a satisfactory result where the client at the end of the day is proud of what their team accomplished. Dan: It certainly is abundantly clear to me that you combine knowledge of the law with passion and compassion for your client and that you're truly looking out for their best interests. And so, I think that's also why you think that you should bring professionals in throughout the process that can help, and not just try and handle it all on your own. You recognize it. You can use a professional like Sharon and need a professional like Sharon to truly do a great job for your clients. Is there anything else that you want to add to this conversation that we've missed? Mark: I would just add this final thought. I was talking about how at the end of the divorce case, that's only halfway through the process and it's important then to work with a financial advisor to implement the plan, but that's not necessarily the end of the divorce lawyer’s role. And I think it's important that there be annual follow up meetings with the entire team to say is the plan working? Do we need to make any changes to the plan? In some cases, we go back to the court and we can modify child support. We can modify spousal support in order to get more money if need be in order to make the plan work. And sometimes there needs to be changes made to the estate plan and to the extent the whole team can get together on an annual basis. It serves the client's best interest, I think in the long term. Sharon: I couldn't agree more. I think it's so important for the whole team to get together periodically to review where the client is because a plan is dynamic. It has to change with family circumstances, with the investment landscape, with other things that are individual to each particular client and getting together with a team of professionals, each of which is a specialist in his or her own area of expertise really means that you're bringing all the information necessary to best serve the client together. And oftentimes it's a matrimonial lawyer, it's a trusts & estates lawyer, it's the investment professional, it could be an accounting professional, but I think everybody needs to be on the same side of the page in order to coordinate all those different moving pieces for our clients. Dan: Well, you certainly have proven that to me here today. And, Sharon, I can't imagine anybody that would do a better job than you would in taking care of a client and their financial concerns. You lost me in many parts of the conversation, and I'm not disappointed with that actually. I like to work with professionals who know more than I do. And you certainly fit into that category. Well, both of you do. So, thank you so much for your time today. It's been a pleasure. Outro: This concludes today’s podcast. Family Lawyer Magazine and Dan Couvrette would like to thank our listeners for joining us in this episode. 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In this episode, Susan Guthrie, top family law attorney, mediator and the former host of Breaking Free: A Modern Divorce Podcast, speaks with leading family law attorney, Lisa Zeiderman about the GOOD NEWS in divorce (yes, there is good news!) DIVORCE, the word alone conjures up dark and negative emotions.  Fear and anger, hurt and helplessnes, these are the predominant emotions that people seem to experience when facing divorce and going through the process, but this episode is here to let you know that there is a positive side to divorce.  Susan Guthrie, and her guest, leading family law attorney, Lisa Zeiderman, two of the top divorce attorneys in the country, have helped hundreds of clients through the process and they share the upside learned through their experience as divorce professionals, as well as personally.  Good things do come from divorce and there are steps you can take to make sure that your divorce leads to a positive future for you and for your family.   Some of the insights shared in this episode: 6:00  How divorce provides an opportunity for reinvention and re-education. 7:30  Why the future is not the emply void that you may see today. 8:40  How creating your team will empower and support you in divorce and beyond. 14:00  The importance of starting your divorce on the right note and what NOT to do. 16:30  The Good News about divorce for your children. 28:40  How divorce is the catalyst for finding the relationship of your dreams. 29:30  What should you prioritize when getting divorced? There is GOOD NEWS in divorce - let this episode open your eyes to the opportunities ahead! FOR A TRANSCRIPT OF THIS EPISODE PLEASE CLICK HERE **************************************************************************** Attorney Lisa Zeiderman, a Managing Partner of Miller Zeiderman & Wiederkehr LLP, focuses her law practice solely in Matrimonial and Family Law. A Fordham University of Law graduate who is on the Attorney for Children panel, Ms. Zeiderman is a passionate advocate who throughout her career has worked hand-in-hand with her clients to reach the most favorable resolution in both custody and financial matters.Ms. Zeiderman, once divorced, is remarried and has a 26-year-old daughter. Ms. Zeiderman has been published in the New York Law Journal, Divorce Magazine, the New York State Bar Association Family Review among others. 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WOW CHECK OUT THIS STAT!! The experts at Divorce Magazine note that about 45-50 percent of married women and 50-60 percent of married men cheat on their spouses. Infidelity is the most damaging thing that can happen in a marriage and it seems like its on the rise!! It is the brunt of BETRAYAL!! Tune in to #Revivepodcast Wednesday 10 a.m.. My special guest Lauren McKinley author of "Stop Wrecking My Home". Lauren will be sharing her story of a betrayed marriage and how God healed the most painful thing she ever imagined. She will also share the stigma that comes with divorce and the judgement she received during the most painful times. She encourages women how to walk through the pain with a woman, not judge her through the pain. Listen live on all my facebook pages or as a recorded podcast www.juliepearson.org

#50: “All That Glitters is Not Gold with Leanne Townsend" Today we chat with Leanne Townsend.  Leanne is a Family Lawyer & Divorce Coach. Leanne provides legal and coaching support for all stages of the divorce process (pre-divorce, management and recovery post-divorce).   She is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured in Lawyer’s Daily, Divorce Magazine, Daring Woman Magazine, and she has been a guest expert on a number of radio stations and podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist and divorce recovery.  Leanne openly shares her journey with us, how she hit bottom, then learned to remove the masks of perfection and ask for help to create the shift she required for her life.  In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics about dating, relationships and family law. Leanne has degrees in political science, education and law. Her biggest pride and joy is her two teenage children who she lives with in Toronto, Canada. In addition to her business, Leanne is passionate about fitness, travel and lifelong education. In this episode we talk about: 1. The mask of perfectionism and how it is impossible to maintain.  2. The more masks we wear in our lives, the less relatable we are to others and the less likely we are to ask for help when we hit bottom.  3. Knowing when our problems are bigger than us and that we rarely have the solutions on our own.   4. Being grateful for our challenges as they shape us into who we are meant to become.   5. The tremendous power in owning our stories without any shame because that is the turning point where all change begins.  6. The freedom of vulnerability and showing up as our true selves.  That is how we impact and light the way for others.  7. Creating massive change in our lives is possible! Connect with Leanne Townsend   Email: leanne@leannetownsend.ca Website:  https://www.leannetownsend.ca/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannetownsendlife/  On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leannetownsendlife/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannetownsendlife/ Connect with Marsha: Book your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/mvanwyn761 Check out my website -  https://www.marshavanw.com/ Connect on Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com.marshavanwynsberghe Connect on Instagram --  https://www.instagram.com/marshavanw/ About Marsha –  Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Author, Speaker and Life Coach  Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”.  She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse far past the level of normal experimentation. Through her programs, coaching and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Inspire Yourself Forward” in your own life.  She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support and impact others.  

#50: “All That Glitters is Not Gold with Leanne Townsend" Today we chat with Leanne Townsend.  Leanne is a Family Lawyer & Divorce Coach. Leanne provides legal and coaching support for all stages of the divorce process (pre-divorce, management and recovery post-divorce).   She is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured in Lawyer's Daily, Divorce Magazine, Daring Woman Magazine, and she has been a guest expert on a number of radio stations and podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist and divorce recovery.  Leanne openly shares her journey with us, how she hit bottom, then learned to remove the masks of perfection and ask for help to create the shift she required for her life.  In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics about dating, relationships and family law. Leanne has degrees in political science, education and law. Her biggest pride and joy is her two teenage children who she lives with in Toronto, Canada. In addition to her business, Leanne is passionate about fitness, travel and lifelong education. In this episode we talk about: 1. The mask of perfectionism and how it is impossible to maintain.  2. The more masks we wear in our lives, the less relatable we are to others and the less likely we are to ask for help when we hit bottom.  3. Knowing when our problems are bigger than us and that we rarely have the solutions on our own.   4. Being grateful for our challenges as they shape us into who we are meant to become.   5. The tremendous power in owning our stories without any shame because that is the turning point where all change begins.  6. The freedom of vulnerability and showing up as our true selves.  That is how we impact and light the way for others.  7. Creating massive change in our lives is possible! Connect with Leanne Townsend   Email: leanne@leannetownsend.ca Website:  https://www.leannetownsend.ca/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannetownsendlife/  On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leannetownsendlife/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannetownsendlife/ Connect with Marsha: Book your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/mvanwyn761 Check out my website -  https://www.marshavanw.com/ Connect on Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com.marshavanwynsberghe Connect on Instagram --  https://www.instagram.com/marshavanw/ About Marsha –  Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Author, Speaker and Life Coach  Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”.  She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse far past the level of normal experimentation. Through her programs, coaching and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Inspire Yourself Forward” in your own life.  She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support and impact others.  

#50: “All That Glitters is Not Gold with Leanne Townsend" Today we chat with Leanne Townsend.  Leanne is a Family Lawyer & Divorce Coach. Leanne provides legal and coaching support for all stages of the divorce process (pre-divorce, management and recovery post-divorce).   She is regularly interviewed in the media and has been featured in Lawyer’s Daily, Divorce Magazine, Daring Woman Magazine, and she has been a guest expert on a number of radio stations and podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist and divorce recovery.  Leanne openly shares her journey with us, how she hit bottom, then learned to remove the masks of perfection and ask for help to create the shift she required for her life.  In addition, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment, and she regularly writes her own blog on topics about dating, relationships and family law. Leanne has degrees in political science, education and law. Her biggest pride and joy is her two teenage children who she lives with in Toronto, Canada. In addition to her business, Leanne is passionate about fitness, travel and lifelong education. In this episode we talk about: 1. The mask of perfectionism and how it is impossible to maintain.  2. The more masks we wear in our lives, the less relatable we are to others and the less likely we are to ask for help when we hit bottom.  3. Knowing when our problems are bigger than us and that we rarely have the solutions on our own.   4. Being grateful for our challenges as they shape us into who we are meant to become.   5. The tremendous power in owning our stories without any shame because that is the turning point where all change begins.  6. The freedom of vulnerability and showing up as our true selves.  That is how we impact and light the way for others.  7. Creating massive change in our lives is possible! Connect with Leanne Townsend   Email: leanne@leannetownsend.ca Website:  https://www.leannetownsend.ca/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannetownsendlife/  On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leannetownsendlife/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannetownsendlife/ Connect with Marsha: Book your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/mvanwyn761 Check out my website -  https://www.marshavanw.com/ Connect on Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com.marshavanwynsberghe Connect on Instagram --  https://www.instagram.com/marshavanw/ About Marsha –  Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Author, Speaker and Life Coach  Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”.  She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse far past the level of normal experimentation. Through her programs, coaching and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Inspire Yourself Forward” in your own life.  She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support and impact others.  

What kind of parent lies to turn their kids against the other parent? Parental alienation happens more often than you think. According to Divorce Magazine, more than 13.4 % of parents going through a divorce believe they are being alienated from at least one child. So, what can you do? In this episode of Hilary Topper On Air, Hilary interviews Jordan E. Trager, Associate Attorney at Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C. The law firm has an affiliation with the non-profit, Parental Alienation Awareness Organization. Jordan’s Background Jordan has over 20 years of litigation experience handling matrimonial and family law matters. As a result, he is an experienced divorce and family law mediator. Jordan has tried numerous complex divorce and Family Court cases on a wide range of issues. These include custody, orders of protection and parental alienation cases.  He has prepared and negotiated numerous divorce settlements on behalf of his clients.  Jordan has handled a multitude of divorce mediation matters involving complex custody and parenting issues.  He is leader of the local Parental Alienation Awareness Organization. Jordan conducts and supervises monthly group meetings as an affiliate of the organization. About the Interview Families affected by Parental Alienation can suffer the most in a divorce. Learn more about Parental Alienation: what it is, how to recognize it, how to best respond to it, and what factors courts consider to be significant. Jordan will discuss remedies of Parental Alienation. This includes therapeutic visitation, supervised visitation, changes in child custody, suspension of child support payments and contempt of court orders. You’ll also hear about examples. Discover how family dynamics are altered, and the impact on an alienated child. In addition, learn how the effects of parental alienation can be treated therapeutically. Hear also about the phenomenon of parental alienation from a legal perspective. About Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C. Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C., a highly respected matrimonial and family law firm, is located in Great Neck, NY.  With considerable experience, the firm’s lawyers are assertive litigators of laws using intelligent and creative solutions for all matters, and empathetic to the sensitive nature of every case. To contact Jordan or learn more about Parental Alienation Awareness Organization and Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C., visit www.lawjaw.com.

Episode 22: How to get out of an Abusive Relationship with Leanne Townsend In this episode of The Real Aligned Women podcast, the ladies chat with Leanne Townsend! The gals dive deep into the conversation of being in emotional and physically abusive relationships. Along with how to get out of one. Leanne is a family law attorney in Toronto. She also offers relationship and divorce coaching using a holistic perspective. Leanne is regularly interviewed in the global media and has been featured in Lawyer’s Daily, Divorce Magazine, Daring Woman Magazine and she has been a guest expert on several international radio stations and podcasts on topics including abusive relationships, divorcing a narcissist and divorce recovery. Also, she has spoken at a variety of events focused on women empowerment and juggling motherhood with a career. She also has her blog where she writes about dating, relationships, and family law issues. Leanne has degrees in political science, education, and law. Her biggest pride and joy is her two teenage children who she lives within Toronto, Canada. In addition to her business, Leanne is passionate about fitness, travel and lifelong education. Topics discussed on this week's podcast ~How would you suggest to women to leave abusive relationships? ~Do women/men need an escape plan, should they be documenting every abusive encounter they endure with partner ~Warning signs that women/men often tend to ignore because they think it will get better? ~How to regain self-esteem after? ~How can women empower themselves after? ~Where can women/men find help? ~Tips for leaving. ~Leanne's recovery story and How she overcome addiction?   Here are the links to her social media and websites: Web: https://leannetownsend.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannetownsendlife/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leannetownsendlife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leanne_townsend?lang=en LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/leannetownsendlife   *IF YOU ARE SUFFERING AND IN AN ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP PLEASE REACH OUT.  HERE IS THE HOTLINE NUMBER FOR NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE  1-800-799-7233 AND WEBSITE*   We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! Want to hear a topic on the podcast? Email us and ask. We always enjoy hearing from you. Make sure to subscribe to the Real Aligned Women podcast and join our weekly emails to get all the scoop along with your freebies!! Grateful for all you listeners, XOXO!

In this podcast, Josh Woodburn, a Certified Family Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, answers common questions about the divorce process in Texas. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine and Family Lawyer Magazine Guest Speaker: Josh Woodburn, Certified Family Law Specialist in Amarillo, Texas https://www.amarillofamilylaw.com/ Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Divorce Magazine Podcasts: Parental Responsibilities, Parenting Time, and Custody in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania makes a distinction between allocation of decision-making parental responsibilities (formerly known as “legal custody”) and parenting time and (formerly known as “physical custody” and “visitation”). If parents fail to reach agreement regarding allocation of parental responsibilities and and parenting time, the court will make the decisions for them. Pittsburgh family lawyer Jennifer McEnroe discusses common issues in child-custody disputes, including: allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time, custody evaluations, relocation requests, and the use of a guardian ad litem in high-conflict cases. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Jennifer M. McEnroe, Family Lawyer at McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy Bio: Jennifer McEnroe is a partner at Pittsburgh family law firm McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy.  She is experienced in all aspects of family law, including child custody and parenting time, child support, spousal support, high-net-worth divorces, and adoptions. She has been appointed by various judges in Allegheny County to serve as a guardian ad litem in high-conflict child-custody matters. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Appealing a Family Court Decision in New Jersey In this podcast, distinguished Short Hills family law attorney Allison C. Williams discusses filing motions for reconsideration and appeals to the Appellate Division for clients who strongly disagree with a judge’s decision. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Family Lawyer at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a knowledgeable family law attorney who is the founder and owner of Williams Law Group, LLC in Short Hills, New Jersey. A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and Certified as a Matrimonial Law Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, Allison practices exclusively in the area of matrimonial and family law – including post-judgment enforcement and modification of court orders. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

During a divorce in New Jersey, parties will be required to go through an equitable distribution of property. This can become a complicated process, particularly when there are a number of major assets, inherited properties, stock options and even hidden assets involved. Family lawyer Allison Williams discusses some of the issues that may arise during equitable distribution. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Family Lawyer at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a respected matrimonial attorney who is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She practices exclusively in the area of matrimonial and family law – including equitable division of marital assets, business valuation, and executive compensation. The attorneys at her law firm, Williams Law Group, LLC, have the experience and skills necessary to identify which assets and debts are marital and which are separate, and substantiate your request for unequal distribution of marital assets during the discovery process. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Debt and Divorce in New Jersey In addition to assets, debt is also taken into consideration during the property division process in a divorce. In this podcast, New Jersey family lawyer Allison Williams discusses the difference between marital and non-marital debt and issues related to debt that may come up during the divorce process. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Family Lawyer at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is the founder and owner of Williams Law Group in Short Hills, New Jersey. Her practice focuses exclusively on matrimonial law and family law, with an emphasis on complex child welfare matters. Allison covers areas from divorce and child custody to asset and debt division. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.  

Post-Judgment Divorce Issues in New Jersey While a divorce may be finalized, issues may still arise as you continue your post-divorce life. In this podcast, New Jersey family lawyer Allison William discusses some of the most common post-judgment issues that come up, including the modification and enforcement of child support and alimony; what the law says about a divorced parent planning to move out of the state with the children; what happens when an ex-spouse ordered to pay joint debt files bankruptcy; and much more. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Family Lawyer at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a knowledgeable family law attorney who is the founder and owner of Williams Law Group, LLC in Short Hills, New Jersey. A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and Certified as a Matrimonial Law Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, Allison practices exclusively in the area of matrimonial and family law – including post-judgment enforcement and modification of court orders. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

High-Net-Worth Divorce Property Division in Pennsylvania When high-net-worth spouses are dividing property in a divorce, there are numerous assets that must be considered. This can create a difficult and stressful divorce process. Pittsburgh family lawyer Brian Rosinski discusses the most common issues that may arise, particularly what can and cannot be divided – including when it comes to private practices, stocks, and inherited assets. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Brian Rosinski, Family Lawyer at McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy Bio: Brian Rosinksi is an attorney at the Pittsburgh law firm McCarthy McEnroe Rosinski & Joy. His practice is solely devoted to family law, including child and spousal support, property division, high-net-worth divorce and drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Financial Issues of Divorce for Business Owners, Executives and Professionals When one or both spouses are involved in a business, are executives or have a professional practice, there are various financial issues that may arise. Family lawyer Margaret Joy delves into some of the issues divorcing couples need to be aware of, including valuation and property division, when businesses and practices are involved. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Margaret Joy, Family Lawyer at McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy Bio: Practicing family law for over 30 years, Margaret Joy has extensive experience in all aspects of family law and litigation, including the valuation of closely held business interests, stock options, executive compensation, and professional practices. She is the co-founder of the Pittsburgh family law firm McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

In a divorce, there are three types of support that a spouse may be entitled to in Pennsylvania – spousal support, alimony and alimony pendent lite. In this podcast, Pittsburgh family lawyer Kathryn Rosinski discusses the difference between the three types of support and answers some of the most common questions about each type. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Kathryn Rosinski, Esq., Family Lawyer at McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy Bio: Kathryn Rosinski is an experienced litigator who concentrates her practice on family law at the Pittsburgh family law firm McCarthy, McEnroe, Rosinski & Joy. Her family law practice areas include equitable distribution, spousal support, alimony, child support, and protection from abuse, among others. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Linwood New, Jersey family lawyer Cynthia Ann Brassington is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a matrimonial law attorney, and helps people resolve their divorce related issues across all areas of the process. In this podcast Cynthia answers questions regarding alimony, child support, and child custody including living arrangements for children, the duration of alimony in New Jersey, and what happens if your ex-spouse moves the children out of state. Hosted by: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest speaker: Cynthia Ann Brassington, Matrimonial Law AttorneyA panelist on the Matrimonial Early Settlement Panels in both Atlantic and Cape May Counties, Cynthia has also taught family law as an adjunct professor for Atlantic Cape Community College. She is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on itunes. Click here to subscribe.

Post Divorce Financial Tips with guest Heather LocusWealth manager Heather Locus is here today to talk about post divorce financial issues that people really need to be mindful of. She is an owner and leader at the Divorce Practice Group at the private wealth management firm of Balasa Dinverno Foltz or BDF which is headquartered near Chicago, Illinois.She focuses her practice on individuals throughout the US that are going through a divorce. She helps them untangle their marital assets and helps customize a new strategy to fund the next chapter of their lives. As a divorced parent and business owner, Heather understands the most complex divorce issues. Although the struggles of divorce can be life-altering, she believes that divorce can make you stronger and lead to great things. Heather has been recognized as a  “Best-In-State Wealth Advisor” by Forbes; a “Top 200 Top Wealth Adviser Mom” by Working Mother as well as a “Five Star Wealth Manager” by Chicago Magazine. She is also an author and has contributed to many top publications including The Wall Street Journal, AARP Bulletin and Divorce Magazine.You can find Heather here:Balasa Dinverno Foltz, LLC (BDF)BDF Important Disclosure InformationHeather Locus on LinkedIn@HeatherLocus on TwitterHeather Locus on ForbesShow Notes:[03:30] Heather is an owner at a private wealth management firm that manages about 4 billion in assets. She leads the Divorce Practice Group and helps people through all aspects of divorce.[03:52] They often start by helping people hire the right team and professionals that they need. They also help give clarity on when someone should settle.[04:15] They also help people understand the agreement and audit the agreement on a yearly basis. Then they help people create the next chapter of their lives on their own terms.[04:32] Heather went through a divorce 8 years ago. After getting divorced, Heather realized that there was so much more they could do to help divorcing men and women.[05:52] They help people make decisions and also help people know when they don't have to make a decision.[06:17]  After the divorce is done, they are a key partner for financial decisions going forward.[07:15] The first thing people should do post-divorce is remain kind to themselves and have grace.[08:02] After a divorce, there is time for all of the emotions that you couldn't deal with during the process to come up. The ripple effect is often overwhelming and unexpected. The first thing you should do is pause and understand that this is normal.[08:59] The marital settlement agreement is the key document on the financial perspective. This will detail property settlement, income, and obligations. It's a good idea to go through this document one more time with your attorney.[09:28] It's important to have a road map and an ongoing audit. [11:02] If a couple works with a good team during the marriage, it's possible that they can keep that team. Sometimes both spouses will need a higher level of expertise.[13:46] With assets and investments you really need to understand how things are titled. You also need to be aware of the tax ramifications before transferring assets.[14:25] Set up a taxable account in your name or in your trust. Then you will probably need an IRA and all paperwork so your ad

Family Law Attorney Kate Miller is the founder and owner of Miller Family Law LLC in Denver, Colorado. Kate believes that divorce does not have to destroy lives, and wants to help her clients divorce as amicably as possible. She has the experience and skills to handle all facets of divorce and family law. In this podcast, Kate explains whether child support can be modified, what it covers, and the facets of spousal maintenance in Colorado. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Kate Miller, Owner and Founder of Miller Family Law LLC Bio: Kate Miller is a Denver attorney focused exclusively on the practices of divorce and family law. She has lived many of the issues regarding divorce and child custody, and is passionate about helping people through this process. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Family Law Attorney Kate Miller is the founder and owner of Miller Family Law LLC in Denver, Colorado. Kate believes that divorce does not have to destroy lives, and wants to help her clients divorce as amicably as possible. She has the experience and skills to handle all facets of divorce and family law. In this podcast Kate answers questions regarding separate and marital property in Colorado, how stock options will be divided in the event of divorce, and how marital debt is divided in Colorado. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Kate Miller, Owner and Founder of Miller Family Law LLC Bio: Kate Miller is a Denver attorney focused exclusively on the practices of divorce and family law. She has lived many of the issues regarding divorce and child custody, and is passionate about helping people through this process. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

As the founder and owner of the Short Hills, New Jersey based law firm, Williams Law Group, LLC, Allison focuses solely on the areas of family and matrimonial law. In this podcast Allison answers questions in regards to uncontested divorces, litigation, the divorce process, and discovery. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Founder and Owner at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a Short Hills matrimonial and family law attorney, as well a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial lawyers and certified as a matrimonial law attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

As the founder and owner of the Short Hills, New Jersey based law firm Williams Law Group, LLC, Allison focuses solely on the areas of family and matrimonial law. This podcast includes answers to questions regarding how alimony is calculated, if it can be modified, and what happens to alimony payments if a spouse gets divorced a second time. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Founder and Owner at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a Short Hills matrimonial and family law attorney, as well a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial lawyers and certified as a matrimonial law attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Family Law Attorney Kate Miller is the founder and owner of Miller Family Law, LLC in Denver, Colorado. Kate believes that divorce does not have to destroy lives, and wants to help her clients divorce as amicably as possible. She has the experience and skills to handle all facets of divorce and family law. In this podcast Kate answers questions regarding child custody in Colorado, including joint and legal custody, common parenting plans, and what happens if one parent moves the children out of state. Hosted by: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest speaker: Kate Miller is a Denver attorney focused exclusively on the practices of divorce and family law. She has lived many of the issues regarding divorce and child custody, and is passionate about helping people through this process. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on itunes. Click here to subscribe.

Family Law Attorney Kate Miller is the founder and owner of Miller Family Law LLC in Denver, Colorado. Kate believes that divorce does not have to destroy lives, and wants to help her clients divorce as amicably as possible. She has the experience and skills to handle all facets of divorce and family law. In this podcast Kate answers questions regarding separate and marital property in Colorado, how stock options will be divided in the event of divorce, and how marital debt is divided in Colorado. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Kate Miller, Owner and Founder of Miller Family Law LLC Bio: Kate Miller is a Denver attorney focused exclusively on the practices of divorce and family law. She has lived many of the issues regarding divorce and child custody, and is passionate about helping people through this process.Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

As the founder and owner of the Short Hills, New Jersey based law firm Williams Law Group, LLC, Allison focuses solely on the areas of family and matrimonial law. In this podcast Allison discusses  the requirements to obtain a prenup in New Jersey, the relation to child custody and support, as well as the importance of prenups for business owners. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Founder and Owner at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a Short Hills matrimonial and family law attorney, as well a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial lawyers and certified as a matrimonial law attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

As the founder and owner of the Shot Hills, New Jersey based law firm Williams Law Group, LLC, Allison focuses solely on the areas of family and matrimonial law. In this podcast, Allison discusses the topic of equitable distribution of property during divorce, and provides answers to questions regarding tax evasion and hidden assets. Hosted By: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest Speaker: Allison Williams, Founder and Owner at Williams Law Group Bio: Allison Williams is a Short Hills matrimonial and family law attorney, as well a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial lawyers and certified as a matrimonial law attorney by the supreme court of New Jersey. Allison focuses her practice on matrimonial and family law. Divorce Magazine's Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

A fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, New Jersey family lawyer Allison C. Williams is a wealth of information on the subject of divorce and family law. In this podcast, she answers some of the many questions related to causes of action for divorce in New Jersey. Hosted by: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director, Divorce Magazine Guest speaker: Allison C. Williams Allison C. Williams, Esq., is the founder and owner of the Williams Law Group, LLC, with offices in Short Hills, New Jersey. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. Ms. Williams is a member of the New Jersey Board on Attorney Certification (NJBAC) – Matrimonial Committee, a New Jersey Supreme Court committee that determines eligibility of candidates to be certified as a recognized practitioner in the field of matrimonial law. She practices exclusively in the area of matrimonial and family law, with an emphasis on complex Child Welfare matters, including representation of parents in DYFS/DCPP matters, representation of resource family parents, and consultation to matrimonial counsel regarding DCPP investigations and related issues. Divorce Magazine‘s Podcasts are available on iTunes. Click here to subscribe.

Faculty Member: Hon. Michele F. Lowrance (Ret.), Family Law Mediator and Attorney Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com While couples who are involved in a high-conflict divorce may think going to court is the only option, it is possible to achieve resolutions by going through mediation. Michele Lowrance, an attorney and mediator, discusses why it can be possible to mediator high-conflict divorce cases and potential issues that may arise. This session will discuss: what creates high-conflict in divorce how a mediator can help people not get stuck in the past when going through a divorce whether or not it's possible to mediate a high-conflict divorce the method used to deal with high-conflict couples what a mediator does when parties reach an impasse how to negotiate or mediate with a narcissistic or borderline spouse whether a couple can go through mediation when one or both parties already has an attorney.

Faculty Member: Marta J. Papa, Divorce Attorney and Mediator Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com Whether you are a business owner or have a high net worth, there are special considerations you must keep in mind when going through a divorce. In this podcast, divorce attorney and mediator Marta J. Papa outlines some do's and don'ts – including keeping your financial information private and hiring the right experts to handle your divorce. This session will discuss: special considerations for high-asset divorces and individuals who own a business the importance of keeping personal and business financial information private ways to protect the privacy of your financial information the challenges of business owners who get divorced how it's possible to not have to sell a business during a divorce the importance of getting friends, relatives, and the public on your side when divorcing as a business owner why you shouldn't use your company's accountant to value the business other tips that will benefit business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and their spouses.

Faculty Member: Candace L. Meyers, Family Law Attorney Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com In cases involving high-net-worth individuals or business owners, the divorce process can become quite complex. Listeners in Illinois will gain a deeper understanding of what to expect while going through the process and what steps to take to protect one's business and assets. This session will discuss: whether a spouse who put their education or career on hold to help put their spouse through school is entitled to financial recognition for their sacrifice if the marriage ends in divorce how you can know if your spouse if being truthful in their financial disclosure how you can ensure you get a property settlement that is fair and meets your needs the division of property in cases where there are multiple properties what happens to private business records during a divorce whether spousal support is meant to guarantee that a recipient's lifestyle will remind the same after divorce what a business owner's first steps should be after being served divorce papers how a business owner can protect their company during divorce the importance of hiring a business valuator how true income and a business' worth is determined in a case where a party is self-employed in a cash-based business.

Faculty Member: John K. Grubb, Family Law Attorney, MBA (accounting and finance) Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com When borders are involved, child custody issues become more complex. In this podcast, John K. Grubb discusses international divorce and family law and outlines the options and rights of parents who do not live in the same country. This session will discuss: the legal options for having a child returned after the other parent has taken the child out of the country without your consent whether a foreign court will respect a United States court order to have the child returned factors to consider when dealing with a foreign court in an international custody dispute how a parent seeking to have his/her children returned to the United States can avoid breaking international custody laws whether or not a parent can take the children for a holiday outside of the country without their co-parent's permission whether or not a parent who has sole custody of the children can move to a different state/country with them, as well as if there's anything the other parent can do to prevent the move rights a mother has in a case where a paternity test discloses that a father is not the child's biological parent the Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act, including how it's applied to divorce cases how child support works if the custodial parent lives in a different state or country what happens to child support if the payor moves to another country.

This week’s guest is a licensed therapist based in San Francisco Bay Area, Therapist Susan Gadoua, L.C.S.W.  She counsels clients via phone or Skype all over the world. She is the author of Contemplating Divorce, A Step-by-Step Guide to Deciding Whether to Stay or Go and Stronger Day by Day: Reflections for Healing and Rebuilding After Divorce. She has co-authored with journalist, Vicki Larson, the book The New I Do, Reshaping Marriage for Skeptics, Realists and Rebels.  Susan also authored an eBook entitled, The Top Ten Misguided Reasons to Stay in a Bad Marriage. She conducts workshops and retreats and is a sought-out speaker on marriage and divorce. She has appeared on television, radio and print, including The CBS Early Show and publications such as The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Huffington Post, Psychology Today, and Divorce Magazine.   What you will hear in this episode    How helpful it is for solo parents to join a community  What marginalization is  The change in life and social circle can cause isolation  The transfer of location can also cause isolation  How divorce can cause emotional distress  How a separation/divorce support group can differ from therapy  What a divorce parent struggles with  When to join a support group Precautions in telling your pain and personal details to a social media group  Why your common friends may not be the right people to talk to Confidentiality and personal security in joining support groups  Susan is not worried about people reaching out to her; but she worries about people who stay isolated and drown themselves in alcohol      Resource Center:    Website:  http://www.soloparentlife.com Subscribe to the Podcast:  Itunes Join the Facebook Group: Solo Parent Life Podcast Community

Faculty Member: Hon. Michele F. Lowrance (Ret.), Family Law Mediator and Attorney Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com When a couple is faced with contentious child custody and financial issues during a divorce, hiring a family lawyer and going to court may seem like the only option. However, it is possible to find solutions to these issues without going to court. Michele Lowrance outlines the benefits of mediation in a high-stakes divorce. This session will discuss: what is typically involved in divorce mediation the benefits of mediation when it comes to working through challenging child custody and financial issues what a mediator does when parties reach an impasse because they can't come to an agreement regarding child custody and assets the different ways people can manage their reactivity when they feel like lashing out at their spouse during divorce mediation what happens when both parties' family lawyers are contributing to the conflict whether financial professionals are involved in high-stakes divorces whether mental-health professionals are ever involved in serious child custody issues The Divorce School - www.thedivorceschool.com

Faculty Member: Marta J. Papa, Divorce Attorney and Mediator   Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com   Divorce affects children in many different ways. Marta J. Papa – a divorce attorney and mediator in Missouri – discusses the latest research on the impact of divorce on children, especially when there is conflict involved. She also explains the steps parents can take to help their children survive the divorce. This session will discuss: the latest research on the effect a custody battle can have on a child the ways choosing sides between Mom and Dad plays out in the lives of children the Sleeper Effect and its impact on young adults how parents can protect their children from the negative impact of divorce the resources available to divorcing parents who are looking to resolve conflict without involving their children The Divorce School - www.thedivorceschool.com

Faculty Member: John K. Grubb, Family Law Attorney, MBA (accounting and finance) Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com In 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Obergfell v. Hodges ended up legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide. However, does same-sex divorce work the same way as heterosexual divorce in the U.S.? In this podcast, John K. Grubb discusses some of the issues same-sex couples may face during divorce and answers common questions couples may have. While Grubb focuses on Texas family law, this podcast will benefit any individual who is considering or going through a same-sex divorce. This session will discuss: whether coming out as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) is a ground for divorce in Texas some of the special issues same-sex spouses may face that heterosexual couples in Texas do not whether or not civil unions or domestic partnerships are recognized in all states and can be dissolved how custody is decided when one spouse is the biological parent of a child born during the marriage whether or not a same-sex spouse can adopt the biological or adopted child of his or her spouse the property rights same-sex couples have the federal and state benefits available to same-sex legally married couples in the United States. The Divorce School - www.thedivorceschool.com

Faculty Member: Arin R. Fife, Family Law Attorney Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com When going through a divorce, marital property will have to be divided between you and your spouse. Understanding how property and assets are divided and hiring the right divorce professionals could help you keep what is rightfully yours during your divorce. This session will discuss: the difference between an “equitable distribution” state and a “community property” state the difference between marital property and separate property who decides what is marital and what is separate property the factors a judge must consider when dividing marital property whether or not contributions to a retirement account is considered marital or separate property what happens if both spouses want to keep 100% of the same marital property whether fault ever plays a role in asset division whether an inheritance received before a marriage is still considered separate property after divorce whether stock options received at work are considered an asset to be divided during divorce The Divorce School - www.thedivorceschool.com

Faculty Member: Diana Shepherd, CDFA™, Editorial Director and Co-Founder of Divorce Magazine Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and co-founder of Divorce Magazine and Family Lawyer Magazine Every divorce is different, with legal, financial, and/or parenting issues unique to the individuals whose relationship has broken down. However, every divorce undergoes a similar journey from initiation to closure; whether you make this journey towards separate lives expensively or inexpensively, slowly or quickly, with conflict or kindness is up to you. Here's an overview of how the divorce process generally works in the United States and Canada; you'll need to speak to a family lawyer to discover how the process might vary in your state or province, as well as how the details and circumstances of your situation may affect your own process. This session will: explain the differences between using litigation, arbitration, mediation, collaborative divorce, and do-it-yourself (sometimes known as “pro se” or self-representation) to resolve your divorce-related issues discuss how the process begins: by filing a petition, application, or complaint about divorce with your local family court detail what information should you collect for your lawyer and financial advisor define temporary orders or agreements, which establish quick decisions about your children, property, bank accounts, support, and other key issues during the separation period describe the difference between contested and uncontested divorces examine the main issues couples will have to resolve during their divorce reveal how soon a divorce can take place after filing the divorce petition. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: John K. Grubb, Family Law Attorney, MBA (accounting and finance) Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine, Family Lawyer Magazine, and DivorcedMoms.com This session looks at how an experienced lawyer can help business professionals secure assets, property, and income – or how the non-monied spouse can be sure they're getting the property and support (alimony and/or child support) they're entitled to receive.  John Grubb explains the difference between community and separate property, and how courts determine the distribution of assets in Texas. This session will discuss: high-net-worth divorce the difference between community and separate property in Texas – and why it's such a big issue how the courts determine property division in Texas how inherited property is treated the most common types of hidden assets – and how to find them What to do when there's a business involved: does your ex-spouse have a right to a percentage of the business if he/she never worked at or contributed to it? what about if both people own the business together? does it make a difference if one spouse is a "silent partner" while the other actively runs the business? what happens if one spouse owned the business before marriage?  how will the Court value the business? if one spouse is a stay-at-home parent or earns substantially less than the other, how will that affect alimony and property division? what happens to each spouse's 401k, 403b, and IRAs in a divorce how prenuptial or postnuptial agreements are used to protect assets. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Guest Speakers: Elliott Meyer and Dylan Couvrette, two adult children of divorce Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com This is a very intimate discussion with two adults whose parents divorced when they were young. One of them is the son of the Facilitator who is asking questions and hearing the answers from his own son about the Facilitator's divorce for the first time. These two guest speakers courageously share their experiences with their parents' divorce, what it meant to them when it happened, their relationships with their parents through the years, and the impact of the divorce on them and how they have been dealing with it. This session will: explore Elliott and Dylan's experience as the divorce happened and how they view it now as adults Elliott shares what it is like being raised by a single mother and being estranged from his father for 12 years address the impact divorce has on children as they become adults carry a message to all children of divorce The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Chris Armstrong, Certified Relationship Coach Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com Once you're ready to enter the dating world post-divorce, there are some things to keep in mind. This course will examine how one can achieve an equal and authentic relationship with someone long-term. This session will: share the biggest mistakes divorced people make while dating discuss the meaning of an authentic and equal relationship offer advice on dating after divorce reveal how someone can discover their wants and needs in a relationship outline things to be mindful of in a relationship advise viewers who are having a hard time forgetting their ex-spouse The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Rosalind Sedacca, CLC, Divorce & Parenting Coach Facilitator: Martha Chan, Founder of The Divorce School, V.P. Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com Divorce doesn't have to devastate your child or your family – but it easily can if you, as a parent, are not diligent. Seeing divorce through your child's eyes is crucial to avoiding mistakes that can scar your child's emotional and psychological well-being. Find out what your child really wants you to know. This important session will: identify behaviors and common mistakes for divorced and divorcing parents to avoid address the effects of these common mistakes on children help you handle conflict, frustration, and differing co-parenting styles share some of the secrets to successful co-parenting offer a list of critical questions to ask yourself before making any decisions regarding divorce and parenting Rosalind will share her own experience and her passion about taking care of your children before, during, and after your divorce. You'll come away with useful strategies that will keep you on the right track… for the sake of your child – and your own sanity! The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Alison Fosbery, MA, Registered Psychotherapist Facilitator: Martha Chan, Co-Owner of Divorce Magazine and www.DivorcedMoms.com Stress levels increase when one starts considering divorce, going through a divorce, or having to co-parent with an unreasonable ex. How we handle stress and anxiety can impact our children and loved ones, so it's important to understand the underlying causes of these emotions and how to stay in control. This session will:divorce stress help viewers better understand the underlying causes of stress and anxiety discuss how to stay in control of emotions, stress, and anxious feelings explain how a parent's behaviour can impact the development of a child educate parents on how to ensure their children pick up healthy habits when it comes to anxiety introduce practical ways to create new habits that will have long-lasting physical and emotional benefits for parents and their families. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Cathy Meyer, Master Certified Coach (MCC), Certified Legal Investigator and Marriage Enrichment Coach Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com A look at the idea that there is gender bias in custody in the family court system. What divorce statistics say about such a bias and what fathers can do to protect themselves in court and remain bonded with their children after divorce. This session will: cover statistics related to gender bias in custody in family court offer opinions from the perspective of both genders discuss the importance of divorced fathers in their children's lives address what fathers can do if they feel they have been treated unfairly in court encourage divorced fathers to take steps needed to remain an equal parent after divorce Cathy and Dan both share their own experiences with custody and parenting after divorce identify behaviors and common mistakes for divorced and divorcing parents to avoid address the effects of these common mistakes on children help you handle conflict, frustration, and differing co-parenting styles share some of the secrets to successful co-parenting offer a list of critical questions to ask yourself before making any decisions regarding divorce and parenting discuss what divorced parents should keep in mind when dating after divorce. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Diana Shepherd, Editorial Director and Co-Founder of Divorce Magazine Faculty Member: Martha Chan, Founder of The Divorce School, Co-Owner of Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com Diana and Martha discuss their experiences as stepmoms and offer their best advice to viewers. Topics covered include: questions you should answer before marrying a person with children; when to be a parent and when to take a backseat; how to deal with different parenting styles between you and the children's parent(s); how and why to befriend your spouse's ex; and the secret to creating a successful blended family. This session will: share Diana's and Martha's experiences as stepmoms explain the secrets to making a blended family work offer tips for parenting as a stepparent discuss the core of what makes remarriage successful examine how to develop a good relationship with your spouse's ex. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Robert Stevens, Family Lawyer Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com Before you begin the divorce process, it's important to understand the various issues you may face and steps you need to take. While not all divorces can be amicable, considering the 10 things discussed in this podcast will allow you to go through a more civilized process. This session will: discuss whether or not you should wait until the kids have left home to divorce outline reasons not to post details about your divorce on social media address what can make an amicable divorce turn ugly list the main issues couples fight about in a divorce explain the qualities one should look for in an attorney examine the pros and cons of mediation, arbitration, and litigation advise viewers on how to plan for the divorce process and the steps to take before breaking the news to your spouse offer advice on how to make sure your children aren't affected by the divorce discuss how long a typical divorce process takes. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com

Faculty Member: Allison Williams, Founder of Williams Law Group  Facilitator: Dan Couvrette, CEO and Publisher of Divorce Magazine and DivorcedMoms.com Allison Williams, founder of the Williams Law Group, LLC practices family law with an emphasis on child abuse. Established as a thought leader in New Jersey child welfare law, Allison is also a Fellow AAML member and is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. This session will: examine the things the Division of Child Protection and Permanency looks for when determining if a child is being abused explain whether or not a parent should submit to an interview if he/she has nothing to hide to end the agency's involvement discuss the best way to defend allegations of child abuse or neglect in Court advise non-targeted parents on how to make use of the agency's court process to keep their kids safe outline what happens when an agency decides there's no child abuse, even though the parent firmly believes their child has been abused explain how a parent can gain access to the agency's records discuss what happens when an investigation reveals no signs of child abuse share what a parent should do if allegations of abuse cannot be proven in Court. The Divorce School - www.TheDivorceSchool.com  

For many firms, word-of-mouth (a.k.a. "referral") marketing is the lifeblood of their marketing effort. However, quite often, most firms are passive or needlessly conventional with this important source of new business. They either take a wait and see approach, or they use old strategies that aren't taking advantage of new technologies. To really achieve the full benefits of referral marketing, you need to ensure that they're proactive and dynamic. Tune in and find out: The 3 step process to nurturing your referral network 15 practical ways to keep the referrals coming, including: How to create a memorable experience for your client Thanking your referral sources 3 times Using Social Media: Linkedin, facebook company page, google+ Using workshops, teleseminar or podcasts Getting your articles published Mingling with professionals who are not in your industry, and more About our Guest Speaker: Dan Couvrette, CEO, Divorce Marketing Group, Publisher of Family Lawyer Magazine and Divorce Magazine, and Martha Chan, V.P. Marketing of Divorce Marketing Group, Editorial Director of Family Lawyer Magazine and Divorce Magazine. Both Martha and Dan have over 30 years of marketing experience and have spent the past 16 years promoting divorce professionals. Divorce Marketing Group is the only marketing agency dedicated to helping family lawyers and divorce professionals grow their practices. We understand the divorce market better than any other agency and can help divorce professionals effectively reach divorcing people with the best message possible

Listen to Dan Couvrette, publisher of Divorce Magazine and DivorceMagazine.com interview Mari Frank. One of the goals of Divorce magazine is to help people make better, more informed decisions to ensure that they are not simply surviving their divorce but they are growing and thriving through the process.

The most successful family lawyers are using new and modernized marketing strategies to strengthen and grow their practices. Here’s your chance to learn their strategies through our valuable monthly marketing teleseminars. It’s powerful, practical and proven information that you don’t want to miss! These 30-minute teleseminars are led by divorce marketing expert, Dan Couvrette, CEO of Divorce Marketing Group and Divorce Magazine. Dan has over 30 years of marketing experience and has spent the past 14 years promoting divorce professionals.

Everyone enjoys some good bathroom reading now and again. Just don't be alarmed if you're sitting down at the crapper and you see that your wife has lovingly placed the latest issue of "Divorce Magazine" on the top of your reading pile. I'm sure she meant nothing by it.