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Divorce is hard—emotionally, logistically, and yes, financially. But it doesn't have to be devastating. In this special HerMoney mailbag episode, Jean Chatzky welcomes back family law attorney and Hello Divorce founder Erin Levine to answer real listener questions from women going through divorce.
In this week's episode, Jean Chatzky sits down with attorney and Hello Divorce founder Erin Levine to unpack the tiny financial landmines that derail even the most amicable splits. From Netflix passwords and travel points to start-up equity and forgotten retirement accounts, Erin shares the overlooked details that can lead to drawn-out negotiations, unexpected legal fees, and serious resentment. Plus, she breaks down why the way you start your divorce can determine everything that follows, and how to do it with more clarity, control, and less chaos. Get 10% off any legal plan or Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) service at Hello Divorce. Visit HelloDivorce.com/hermoney and use code HerMoney at checkout. If more financial confidence sounds good to you, then you might want to try… 4-Week Coaching Program: Identify and understand your spending, build a strategic plan, and take control of your money. 6-Week Pre-Retirement Program: We'll help you prepare financially and emotionally for this exciting milestone.
LinkedIn is really working for lawyers these days, so Gyi and Conrad bring in the pros to school you on how to leverage it for your business. Learn how to create content that truly resonates with your audience from our dear friends Purna Virji and Tony Albrecht. ----- LinkedIn has become a powerful platform for growing legal businesses, but how exactly do lawyers go about it? The guys talk with Purna Virji, a principal consultant at LinkedIn, about how to make the connections you've been hoping for. What does your audience care about? What do they want to hear? Purna shares her tips for creating easy, engaging video and text-based content in just a few hours per month. Later, why should you care about being active on LinkedIn? Gyi and Conrad dig deeper into what you need to know about LinkedIn engagement with Tony Albrecht, the Yoda of LinkedIn lawyering. Learn about what LinkedIn growth could look like for you, dear lawyer! Tony explains the surprising supply/demand deficit for interesting content and how stimulating, genuine posts can significantly further your reach. The News: Congrats to Erin Levine! – Hello Divorce is now in all 50 states. Will marketers be replaced by AI? FirmPilot Reaches $11.7M in Funding, As Thomson Reuters and HubSpot Ventures Join As Investors New(ish?) launch from the Googs: Google AI Max The New York Times reports A.I. Is Getting More Powerful, but Its Hallucinations Are Getting Worse, so… cool cool cool… Thoughts on AI impacts for Local Pack from Greg Sterling and Barry Schwartz, respectively: AIO Pack, AIn't No Threat, Double Divestiture, Automation Blues and Google Tests Replacing Map Local Pack With AI Overviews. Just what you need! Our LHLM Conference is in the works for September 22-24 in Las Vegas. Suggested LHLM Episodes: How To Do Social Media Marketing the Right Way Connect: LinkedIn – Purna Virji LinkedIn – Tony Albrecht The Bite - Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Newsletter! Leave Us an Apple Review Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on YouTube Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on TikTok
In this transformative episode of the NewLaw Podcast for Entrepreneurial Lawyers, host Ali Katz sits down with Erin Levine, founder of Hello Divorce, to delve into the highs and lows of revolutionizing family law. Erin shares her personal journey from navigating the traditional legal system after a traumatic experience to creating a platform that reshapes how divorce is handled—empowering families and lawyers alike. Through candid storytelling, Erin reveals how she went from being a young trial attorney overwhelmed by inefficiencies to a groundbreaking entrepreneur providing accessible, humane divorce solutions. Ali and Erin explore the intersection of personal growth, family transformation, and legal innovation, offering inspiring takeaways for lawyers looking to align their practice with values of healing and empowerment. Key Takeaways The Power of Personal Experience: Erin's journey to becoming a lawyer was fueled by her own interactions with the legal system, inspiring her to change how people experience family law. Facing Fears Builds Strength: From overcoming shyness in law school to tackling courtroom challenges head-on, Erin demonstrates how facing fears can unlock untapped potential. Rethinking the Divorce Process: Collaborative divorce and mediation are steps forward, but Erin's Hello Divorce model demonstrates a scalable, accessible, and transformative approach to family law. Entrepreneurship as a Path to Change: Erin transitioned from a traditional law firm owner to an innovative entrepreneur, finding her passion in creating solutions that improve lives. Opportunities for Lawyers: Hello Divorce offers lawyers a way to transform their practices by moving away from conflict-driven models, embracing healing, and creating better client outcomes.
I'm chatting with Erin Levine, the founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, about why the push to get rid of no-fault divorce is seriously bad news—especially for women. No-fault divorce has enabled people to leave marriages without having to prove things like abuse or cheating and it makes women safer. The GOP wants to repeal or restrict no-fault divorce. We're here to break down why that's a huge problem. Erin, a lawyer-turned-CEO, has been shaking up the divorce world with Hello Divorce, a platform that makes the whole process smoother, easier, and less stressful. In this episode, we discuss what no-fault divorce is, why it matters, and what could happen if it's taken away. Spoiler alert: it's not good. Featured topics: No-fault divorce: What it is, and how it differs from fault-based divorce (4:55) How no-fault laws help victims leave unsafe marriages (6:55) Why the rollback of no-fault divorce would be disastrous (32:17) What you can do to ensure no-fault divorce protections remain in place (34:16) Learn more about Erin Levine: Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that combines self-service online tools with integrated expert advice, making it easier for everyone to navigate their lives and finances with less stress and mess. Erin's innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with recent features in Vice, Forbes, American Bar Association Journal, Business Insider and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help separating couples empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Resources & Links: Focused Strategy Sessions with Kate Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective Hello Divorce Hello Divorce on Instagram @hellodivorce Erin on Instagram @erinlevinepace Hello Divorce on Facebook =================== DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. Episode link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-294-your-divorce-your-choice-the-future-of-no-fault-divorce-with-erin-levine-your-vote-your-choice/
I'm chatting with Erin Levine, the founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, about why the push to get rid of no-fault divorce is seriously bad news—especially for women. No-fault divorce has enabled people to leave marriages without having to prove things like abuse or cheating and it makes women safer. The GOP wants to repeal or restrict no-fault divorce. We're here to break down why that's a huge problem. Erin, a lawyer-turned-CEO, has been shaking up the divorce world with Hello Divorce, a platform that makes the whole process smoother, easier, and less stressful. In this episode, we discuss what no-fault divorce is, why it matters, and what could happen if it's taken away. Spoiler alert: it's not good. Featured topics: No-fault divorce: What it is, and how it differs from fault-based divorce (4:55) How no-fault laws help victims leave unsafe marriages (6:55) Why the rollback of no-fault divorce would be disastrous (32:17) What you can do to ensure no-fault divorce protections remain in place (34:16) Learn more about Erin Levine: Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that combines self-service online tools with integrated expert advice, making it easier for everyone to navigate their lives and finances with less stress and mess. Erin's innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with recent features in Vice, Forbes, American Bar Association Journal, Business Insider and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help separating couples empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Resources & Links: Focused Strategy Sessions with Kate Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective Hello Divorce Hello Divorce on Instagram @hellodivorce Erin on Instagram @erinlevinepace Hello Divorce on Facebook =================== DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. Episode link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-294-your-divorce-your-choice-the-future-of-no-fault-divorce-with-erin-levine-your-vote-your-choice/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
World Centric has done so much for the compostables industry, and inspired Ved in his journey as well. Having them on the show was a no-brainer - but what we learned was so much more than we expected. The paths that resource recovery managers Elly Ventura and Erin Levine have followed are so exciting - and a must listen. They even started their own podcast, More Than A Fork. Enjoy this conversation. Never miss an episode by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter! Don't forget to turn on notifications and leave us a review. Good Garbage Episode 62 Presented by Pakka
In this episode of Crush Your Money Goals, we welcome Erin Levine, the founder of Hello Divorce, to discuss strategies for navigating divorce with confidence and financial independence. Explore the rise of “gray divorces” and the financial challenges women face post-divorce, highlighting the resources and support offered by Hello Divorce, including mediation, legal assistance and financial planning. Erin shares her journey from the legal field to creating a platform that empowers women, providing valuable insights into prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and fostering financial literacy. In this episode, you will learn the following : How to navigate the divorce process confidently and emerge financially stronger. Rising trend of divorces among seniors and the specific strategies needed to protect wealth and emotional well being during this phase. Systemic and cultural barriers that contribute to financial disparity for women post-divorce and strategies to overcome them. Benefits of mediation as a cost-effective and less contentious alternative to traditional court battles. Detailed information on the resources provided by Hello Divorce, such as mediation, legal assistance, financial planning and tools to help manage co-parenting and property division. Significance of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements in safeguarding financial interests and ensuring financial stability, particularly for entrepreneurial couples. The importance of emotional readiness and seeking professional support from therapists or divorce coaches before initiating the divorce process. Episode Timeline: [00:03:25] - Rising Rates of Divorce [00:06:45] - Challenges in Divorce Representation [00:11:30] - Empowering Women in FInancial Literacy [00:19:06] - Benefits of Divorce Mediation [00:22:26] - Redefining Perception of Divorce [00:28:12] - Marriage and Postnuptial Agreements [00:31:52] - Importance of Financial Awareness for Entrepreneurs Learn more about Erin Levine: Website: https://hellodivorce.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellodivorce/?hl=en LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erinlevine Learn more about Stefanie Gonzales and the Women's Wealth Effect: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stefanie-gonzales-83a87aa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenswealtheffect/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Womenswealtheffect Early Retirement Planner: https://www.womenswealtheffect.com/planner Book Your Free 1:1 with Stefanie: https://www.womenswealtheffect.com/free Learn more about Bernadette Joy and the Crush Your Money Goals: Pre-order her book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crush-Your-Money-Goals/Bernadette-Joy/9781507222638 Website: https://www.crushyourmoneygoals.com/ 10 Money Tools: https://www.crushyourmoneygoals.com/freeguide
In this special edition of Schiffbauer Over Rocks, host Paul Schiffbauer Jr. joins the eclectic crew from Gift Horse Brewing Company on location: Jason Snyder, the Head Brewer and General Manager; Mickey Knaper, one of its friendly Owners; Erin Levine, the trusty Bar Manager; and Davy O'Leary, known as the Greatest Barman around town in York.The Gift Horse crew dives into the heart of brewing and bar management in this episode, shedding light on their different roles in creating exceptional beers and fostering a vibrant community atmosphere at Gift Horse Brewing Company. They each individually have their own unique perspective on what makes it tick and work (Davy is just a little more colorful about it). The Gift Horse crew and Paul also discuss actionable strategies for hosting successful events like the Brew Kids on the Block Beer Festival and Ales For Tails, as well as organizing fundraisers, live music nights, and perfecting the art of beer and cocktail making. Throughout the episode, Jason, Mick, Erin & Davy's enthusiasm for brewing and community engagement is evident through the unique beers they share on camera with Paul (Some of the best beer in Central PA, for the record!).Connect with Gift Horse Brewing Company online at the following links to see what's going on with one of the best brewery's and neighborhood spots in the industry locally:Website: www.GiftHorseBrewing.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GiftHorseBrewingCompany/
Susan welcomes back the world's leading expert on managing high-conflict behaviors, Bill Eddy! Bill shares insights from his newest book, Our New World of Adult Bullies: How to Spot Them ― How to Stop Them. In this episode, Susan and Bill explore the different forms of bullying, the underlying causes, practical strategies for dealing with bullies, and the role of empathy and communication in resolving these challenging situations. Bullying is happening in almost every area of our lives - whether you have a friend or family member experiencing bullying or have witnessed it in the workplace, this conversation (and Bill's new book) is essential in helping you shut down these troubling behaviors. Featured topics and Golden Nuggets: Why is adult bullying so prevalent today? Some of the characteristics of bullying behavior Bill answers, “Are there different types of bullies?” “When you see polarization, look for a bully.” Strategies to manage and protect yourself from adult bullies The real-world consequences of being an adult bull **************************************** About this week's special guest: Bill Eddy Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. is the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer. While pioneering High Conflict Personality Theory (HCP), he was the National Conflict Resolution Center's Senior Family Mediator for 15 years, a Certified Family Law Specialist for 15 years, and a licensed clinical social worker therapist for over 12 years. Bill serves on the faculty of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law and is a Conjoint Associate Professor with the University of Newcastle Law School in Australia. He has been a speaker and trainer in over 35 U.S. states and 13 countries. The author or co-author of over 20 books, manuals, and workbooks, he also has a popular blog on the Psychology Today website with over 6 million views. Our New World of Adult Bullies: How to Spot Them ― How to Stop Them The High Conflict Institute It's All Your Fault! Podcast **************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: HEADSPACE Hello, Divorce & Beyond family! We've teamed up with Headspace to guide you towards better mental health. With Headspace's meditation, mindfulness tools, and mental health support, you're set for a happier, healthier you. Sign up through our exclusive link for free two weeks of Headspace membership. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embrace well-being. ========================= HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ********************************************************************* 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. ======================================
The current legal process for divorce is complicated - not to mention expensive. That's why I invited Erin Levine, Founder of Hello Divorce, to join me today on the podcast. She's here to demystify the legal details of separation and explain her 3-step alternative for a simpler, kinder, and less stressful divorce.We talk about the problems with bringing your divorce to court, how to navigate divorce when you don't trust your ex, and the “divorce math” you should consider (i.e. it's not just financially draining). Erin also explains why she's determined to NEVER again litigate a divorce, plus the most-used service within Hello Divorce - and how it can save you money (and tears!) What You'll Learn In This Episode:2:09 - Top 3 problems Erin witnessed within the divorce courts… and what led her to create another option7:47 - “Conscious Uncoupling” isn't just hype from Gwenyth Paltrow12:31 - Remember: the system is set up for lawyers… it's not designed to support families20:04 - When the spirit of “making things peaceful” mixes with DISTRUST23:12 - Hello Divorce breaks down the divorce process into 3 parts32:51 - Divorce Math: Consider the emotional toll this process takes37:47 - Your lawyer is not your life coach… but you need additional support! 45:02 - Erin's advice for keeping the divorce peaceful (even when your spouse isn't focused on that)About The Guest: Erin Levine has more than a decade of experience litigating complex family matters in court, but when she saw the need for a kinder, easier, and more affordable pathway through divorce, she set out to revolutionize the broken divorce legal system and founded Hello Divorce: a venture capital-backed and tech-enabled platform that helps separating spouses reorganize their lives and finances with less stress and mess. Erin is on a mission to help everyone design a better life after divorce. She's already helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through the Hello Divorce framework that levels the playing field between spouses, so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps, and reimagine their next and best chapter.Learn more about Erin Levine and Hello Divorce at hellodivorce.com (and on Instagram @hellodivorce).Mentioned In This EpisodeIf you've been stuck and struggling in your marriage for years or even decades, and you're serious about finding the confidence, clarity, and peace you desire, it's time to book a truth and clarity session.Go to clarityformymarriage.com to fill out an application.
In this episode of Tech Optimist, we explore transformative technology and entrepreneurship. First, AV Partner Pete Mathias discusses the future of AI infrastructure with Brian Mengwasser, CEO of Edgescale AI. Next, AV CEO Mike Collins and Principal Naren Ramaswamy dive into pressing topics for entrepreneurs and VCs. Finally, Erin Levine, CEO of Hello Divorce, shares innovative approaches to improving and simplifying the divorce process.To Learn More:-- Alumni Ventures (AV): www.av.vc-- AV LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/alumniventures-- AV US Strategic Tech Fund: www.av.vc/funds/strategictech-- AV Doctors Innovate Fund: www.av.vc/funds/doctors-- AV Women's Fund: www.av.vc/funds/womens -- Hello Divorce: www.hellodivorce.com -- Tech Optimist: www.techoptimist.vcSpeakers:-- Mike Collins - Host - www.linkedin.com/in/mike-collins-362100-- Erin Levine - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/erinlevine-- Brian Mengwasser - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/brian-mengwasser-- Pete Mathias - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/petemathias-- Naren Ramaswamy - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/narenramaswamyChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:15) - Edgescale AI (16:24) - Trending Topics in VC (42:05) - Hello Divorce (01:07:49) - Closing Legal Disclosure:-- https://av-funds.com/tech-optimist-disclosures
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One of the main things we often hear is that people going through divorce want to do what they can to protect their children. Hello Divorce is here to help with that. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by founder and CEO Erin Levine, to educate listeners on the divorce process and what we can do to ensure our children's wellbeing is front and center. Together Michelle and Erin will cover: How to set your children up for resiliency in the divorce process The emotional and financial benefits of using Hello Divorce Focusing on long term goals when putting together your divorce decree AND MUCH MORE! Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce legal system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that helps separating spouses reorganize their lives with less stress and mess through a platform that blends compassionate support with cutting-edge technology to guide spouses through legal logistics and financial hurdles with ease - transforming a traditionally stressful process into a manageable, positive journey. Erin's innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with features in Vice, Forbes, Above the Law, Fast Company and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help everyone empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on the Divorce and Beyond podcast, Susan Guthrie welcomes back Erin Levine! Erin is the visionary Legal Tech Innovator and Divorce Disruptor behind Hello Divorce. Erin shares her insights on how Hello Divorce transforms the divorce landscape through innovative technology and personalized support and simplifies the divorce process, empowering individuals to navigate their journey with confidence and clarity. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on how Hello Divorce is paving the way for a brighter, more empowering future beyond divorce. Featured topics and Golden Nuggets How Hello Divorce offers a fresh approach to divorce, diverging from the adversarial industry norms. Erin explains how tools and services help individuals simplify and demystify divorce proceedings Make informed decisions about your marital home during divorce using specialized tools and calculators. Hello Divorce saves users nearly $13,000 on average compared to traditional divorce proceedings, ensuring a more secure transition into the next phase of life. **************************************** About this week's special guest: Erin Levine Erin Levine is the Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce. After 16 years as a divorce attorney; Erin knows just how broken, toxic, wildly inefficient and unreasonably expensive the family law system is. Erin set out to revolutionize how consumers interact with the law and provide a kinder, easier and cheaper pathway to divorce. Erin's access to justice work has been recognized by the legal industry and beyond, with awards and recognition from the likes of Women Founders Network, TechCrunch, Vice, Forbes and the American Bar Association. Hello Divorce website: https://hellodivorce.com/ Hello Divorce on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellodivorce/ HomeSplit: http://hellodivorce.com/home Divorce and Beyond Episodes referenced in this episode: The FYI on DIY Divorce from the Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine It's All About the House: What You Need to Think About Before You Decide to Keep It with Tami Wollensak Mortgage Must-Knows for Divorce from Tami Wollensak, CDLP **************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: ThredUp Today's episode is brought to you by ThredUp, the largest online thrift store where fashion meets sustainability. Imagine finding brands like Free People, Madewell, Patagonia, Zara, and Lululemon at up to 90% off retail. ThredUp makes it easy to shop your favorite names in fashion without the hefty price tag, while giving clothes a second life. Whether updating your style or finding unique pieces, ThredUp has something sustainable and affordable for everyone. Ready to refresh your wardrobe? Our listeners get an exclusive offer: 45% off plus free shipping on your first order. Just visit divorcebeyond.com/ThredUp. ================ HEADSPACE Hello, Divorce & Beyond family! We've teamed up with Headspace to guide you towards better mental health. With Headspace's meditation, mindfulness tools, and mental health support, you're set for a happier, healthier you. Sign up through our exclusive link for free two weeks of Headspace membership. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embrace well-being. ********************************************************************* 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.
In this bonus episode of The Crazy Ex-Wives Club, host Erica Bennett is joined by special guest Erin Levine of Hello, Divorce to tackle the pressing issues of real estate amidst divorce. They delve deep into creative alternatives when it comes to dividing real estate in today's market. Erin shares invaluable resources, like the free home equity split calculator, and discusses creative options like sale-leaseback and home equity investment. They also address the emotional stakes of parting with a family home and the challenges of navigating mortgages and refinancing. Offering a blend of personal anecdotes and expert advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone managing the intersection of divorce and real estate. Tune in for insights, support, and guidance on making informed, strategic decisions during these life-changing moments. Learn More About This Week's Guest: Erin Levine from Hello Divorce Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, simpler and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital-backed, tech-enabled platform that combines self-service online tools with integrated expert advice, making it easier for everyone to sort out legal and financial issues with less stress and mess. With Hello Divorce, Erin has helped thousands of people divorce in 1/3 the time and 1/10 the price of traditional divorce methods. Erin's innovative approach to divorce and the delivery of legal services has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with recent features in Vice, Forbes, American Bar Association Journal, Business Insider, and TechCrunch. Her experience as a lawyer, mediator, and private judge has led her to understand the roller coaster of emotions that come with a major life transition, but she strongly believes that when you help people move forward with confidence and peace of mind, a breakup can always lead to a breakthrough. www.hellodivorce.com INSTAGRAM FACEBOOk YOUTUBE Want to calculate what your home equity split might look like? The Split Calculator Hello Divorce offers complimentary calls with a variety of experts. Schedule a FREE divorce info call FULL TRANSCRIPTS available at www.thecrazyexwivesclub.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-crazy-ex-wives-club/support
This week, Noam and Leeron sit down with Erin Levin, founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, and talk about the process of getting divorced and having a team behind you. Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that blends compassionate support with cutting edge technology, making it easier for spouses to navigate legal logistics and financial hurdles with less stress and mess. Erin's innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions and recognition from the legal industry and beyond, with recent features in Vice, Forbes, Above the Law, Bloomberg and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help separating couples empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans successfully reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Topics we cover with Erin: 1. How to keep your divorce as amiable as possible even when you don't fully trust your spouse. 2. How to maximize your best outcome without ramping up conflict or legal fees. 3. What is online divorce? Pros and cons. 4. What is Hello Divorce? How does it work? 5. Who is it best suited for? 6. We could discuss a roadmap for your divorce, start to finish, and how to cut down on stress, mess, fees and conflict.
Kate Anthony returns to The Divorce and Beyond Podcast with Susan Guthrie. In this episode, Kate helps answer people's questions when deciding whether to stay or go. Tune in to hear insights from her new book – The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage. Can your marriage be saved? Should you stay together for your kids? Kate answers these questions so much more in this insightful and eye-opening episode for anyone who wants to take control of their lives, either by ending or repairing their marriage. Topics and Golden Nuggets from this episode: “Abuse is not a relationship or communication problem. It's an abuser's problem. Nothing you say or do can change that.” If your life isn't bad, why are you so unhappy? Why you should NOT stay married for your kids. What does a healthy relationship even look like? “Healthy relationships should have curiosity.” **************************************** About this week's special guest: Kate Anthony Kate Anthony is the author of The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage, host of the critically acclaimed and New York Times recommended podcast The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast and the creator of the groundbreaking online coaching program, Should I Stay or Should I Go? which helps women make the most difficult decision of their lives using coaching tools, relationship education, geeky neuroscience, community support, and deep self-work. Kate empowers women to find their strength, passion, and confidence even in the most disempowering of circumstances and helps them move forward with concrete plans set on a solid foundation, putting their children at the center (not in the middle) of all their decisions. Kate is trained in various coaching modalities with two of the top coach training organizations in the world. Additionally, Kate is certified as a Domestic Violence Victim's Advocate by the state of California, as a Co-Parenting Specialist by the Mosten Guthrie Academy, and as a High Conflict Divorce Coach by Tina Swithin's High Conflict Divorce Coaching Certification Program. In addition to her online programs, Kate works privately with clients worldwide. Kate lives in Los Angeles with her teenage son, whom she lovingly co-parents with her ex-husband. Website: http://www.kateanthony.com Book: https://kateanthony.com/dword/ Kate on Instagram Kate's Facebook page Kate's Facebook group Kate on TikTok ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ******************************************************************* 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.
In this episode of Divorce & Beyond, host Susan Guthrie welcomes returning guest Beverly Price. She shares invaluable tips and insights on effectively communicating your abuse story in court. Beverly and Susan explore the intricacies of discussing domestic violence in court, offering practical advice on articulating your story and navigating the legal landscape. Discover the keys to crafting a powerful victim impact statement and why meticulous preparation is critical. Whether you're preparing to share your experience about or supporting someone who is, this episode equips you with the tools to navigate the challenging terrain of the legal system while ensuring your voice is heard. Topics and Golden Nuggets include Record-keeping of abuse should include factual information that can be used in court and help a judge recognize the pattern of abuse. Communication of information is the key. Ensure your victim statement addresses these group areas: emotional, physical, financial, and impact on other relationships. Why it is essential to find proper support from professionals, including assistance from a trauma-informed therapist We acknowledge a significant difference between what a victim wants to communicate and what they should communicate. **************************************** About this week's special guest: Beverly Price Beverly Price, MBA, of Her Empowered Divorce, with her 30+ years' divorce coaching experience has helped thousands of women by providing knowledge, support, and insight to empower those going through the divorce process before, during and after across the US. Her process includes extensive preparation, role play, legal and financial education, emotional management, communication skills, self-awareness, and support. Beverly is also the host of the Her Empowered Divorce Podcast, Her Empowered Divorce and Divorce Coalition Live Radio and TV Shows. She has a personal history with divorce, co-parenting, domestic violence, multiple marriages, being a single working mother and more. Beverly is also the creator of the Divorce Coalition and along with co-founders Susan Guthrie and Kate Anthony, has created a group of top podcast hosts, bloggers, and divorce professionals to bring understanding, healing, and resilience to the forefront, ending the cycle of abuse one survivor at a time. Comprehensive Divorce Checklist: https://herempowereddivorce.com/divorcechecklist Beverly's Website: https://herempowereddivorce.com/ The Divorce Coalition: http://www.divorcecoalition.com/ Beverly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/her_empowered_divorce/ Beverly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverly-price Her Empowered Divorce Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/herempowereddivorcetribe ***************************************** Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: The Divorce & Beyond website is a great place to visit if you want more support and information as you move through your divorce and beyond. We have links to all the latest episodes, show notes, and the most recent episode. Plus, you can sign up for the weekly newsletter, freebies, and downloadable resources. Visit DivorceandBeyondPod.com today! Episode 106 & 107 of Her Empowered Divorce podcast features Larry and Joni Jones about the Emotional and Legal Preparation for DV Court. Breaking the Cycle of Shame and Divorce with Beverly Price Domestic Violence Training: Bridging the Gap in Divorce Law with Kate Anthony ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ********************************************************************* 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.
This week on Divorce & Beyond with Susan Guthrie, Susan welcomes Professor Kelly Browe Olson. Kelly shares actionable tips on navigating both the “new normal” of the divorce process AND the REAL new normal of life after divorce. Key takeaways include the importance of filtering advice amidst the influx of opinions, the role of professionals in facilitating challenging conversations and boundaries, and the crucial aspect of emotional intelligence during divorce. Professor Kelly Browe Olson also shares practical insights on improving emotional intelligence and encourages strategic thinking about one's current situation and future aspirations. Join us as we delve into the complexities of divorce with expert guidance for adapting to the ever-changing landscape of your beyond. Topics and Golden Nuggets includ Your new normal will include opinions and advice from third parties; therefore, even well-meaning, it is important to filter the information and form your opinions. A professional can give you the tools to have hard conversations, create boundaries, and divorce your way. Emotional intelligence (EI) and divorce: EI is essential when going through a divorce; consider how you can be emotionally intelligent around your children, friends, family, and ex while still honoring your emotions. Plus, Kelly shares how to improve your emotional intelligence. “Thinking about where you are now and where you want to be is important.” **************************************** About this week's special guest: Kelly Browe Olson Kelly Browe Olson is an Associate Professor and the Mediation Clinic Director at UA Little Rock Bowen School of Law. She teaches Family Law, ADR, Domestic Violence and Mediation and Family Mediation courses. She oversees a state-wide Special Education mediation project and mediates family dissolution cases. She is a frequent speaker and trainer, educating judges, lawyers, and others about dispute resolution, communication, emotional intelligence, family, and children's legal issues. She is currently co-editing a book on Family Dispute Resolution for Oxford University Press. She serves on the Arkansas Parent Counsel and Access to Justice Commissions and on the Family Court Review and the ABA Dispute Resolution Magazine editorial boards. She trains and consults for the Arkansas ADR Commission. Professor Browe Olson has a University of Michigan J.D., and an LL.M. in ChildLaw from the Loyola University Chicago. She was awarded the Bowen Faculty Excellence Public Service Award in 2004 and 2013. Email: mediatingmom@gmail.com ***************************************** Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: The Divorce & Beyond website is a great place to visit if you want more support and information as you move through your divorce and beyond. We have links to all the latest episodes, show notes, and the most recent episode. Plus, you can sign up for the weekly newsletter, freebies, and downloadable resources. Visit DivorceandBeyondPod.com today! The Impact of Divorce on Kids: Insights from the New Film, Split Up: The Teen Years with Christina McGhee and Ellen Bruno The Map to Conscious Parenting with NY Times Best-Selling Author, Dr. Shefali The Emotional Lives of Teenagers - Lisa DeMour, Ph.D. ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ********************************************************************* 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.
As many as 75% of divorces are filed by women: are they getting what they need and want? In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, Host Billie Tarascio joins Erin Levine, founder of Hello Divorce, to talk about the latest trends in divorce including elements that can turn a bad divorce agreement into something that works for both sides now and in the future. For instance, this episode covers new methods to get highly functional parenting plans, including pets in the agreement, avoiding traditional divorce destruction, and creative ways to deal with the family home in today's high interest, high-cost real estate market.Erin and Billie have similar goals in working to make divorce easier, cheaper, and more effective. In Erin's case, as a family law attorney with Levine Family Law in San Francisco, her Hello Divorce platform includes automating legal and financial logistics, offering on-demand access to experts, and providing support in resolving conflicts and reaching agreements. Billie, meanwhile, offers low cost services through Modern Law and IDoOver.life with affordable help from a legal paraprofessional, in addition to do-it-yourself attorney guidance on WinWithoutLawSchool.comErin and Billie also discussed how their platforms are different from traditional legal services, with Hello Divorce offering a collaborative approach that opts out of the adversarial system. Erin mentioned that over 125,000 people actively use the platform each month, with many using it to prepare for or navigate the divorce process. They also discussed data they've collected showing that 70-75% of divorces are filed by women and that people are spending more time thinking creatively about their agreements.
Get ready for a red-hot episode of Divorce & Beyond with Susan Guthrie! This week, Karen Bigman returns to share her invaluable insights and tips on reigniting your sex life after divorce, promising to infuse some extra oxytocin into your beautiful beyond. In this episode, Karen emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and effective communication as the ultimate keys to reclaiming your sex life. We'll explore how communication not only strengthens your relationships but is also essential in the bedroom. Plus, we'll debunk the myths surrounding menopause and sex, tackle menopause symptoms affecting your sex life, and discuss the vital aspects of self-awareness. Karen will also guide us through that all-important first conversation about sex with a new partner, including the essential topic of addressing STDs and getting tested. Special guest Karen Bigman is the dynamic hostess of "Taboo to Truth: Unapologetic Conversations of Sexuality in Midlife." With a passion for empowering women and a wealth of knowledge as a Certified Menopause Coach and Menopause & Sexuality Educator, Karen is on a mission to break down barriers and liberate women to engage in open conversations about sexuality in the later stages of life. Topics and Golden Nuggets includ Effective communication is the cornerstone of relationships, both in the bedroom and beyond. Demystify menopause's impact on sex, challenging stigma, addressing symptoms, body image, and self-awareness. How to initiate candid discussions on sex with new partners, including STD concerns and the importance of pre-sex testing. **************************************** About this week's special guest: Karen Bigman Karen Bigman is the dynamic hostess of "Taboo to Truth: Unapologetic Conversations of Sexuality in Midlife." With a passion for empowering women and a wealth of knowledge as a Certified Menopause Coach and Menopause & Sexuality Educator, Karen is on a mission to break down barriers and liberate women to engage in open conversations about sexuality in the later stages of life. In September of this year, Karen courageously launched her podcast, "Taboo to Truth," drawing inspiration from her personal journey of divorce and the transformative realization that one's sex life doesn't end with menopause. Through candid and unapologetic discussions, Karen is helping women navigate this often-overlooked aspect of midlife, offering education, support, and a platform for women to embrace their sexuality and rediscover their true selves. With her warmth, expertise, and unwavering dedication, Karen Bigman is changing the narrative around midlife sexuality and encouraging women to embrace their desires and passions without reservation. Taboo to Truth Podcast: Unapologetic Conversations About Sexuality in Midlife Instagram: http://instagram.com/taboototruth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenbigman/ ***************************************** Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: The Divorce & Beyond website is a great place to visit if you want more support and information as you move through your divorce and beyond. We have links to all the latest episodes, show notes, and the most recent episode. Plus, you can sign up for the weekly newsletter, freebies, and downloadable resources. Visit DivorceandBeyondPod.com today! Taboo Truth, Hot Sex article ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ********************************************************************* 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.
Amy Polacko, Divorce and Empowerment Coach and Investigative Journalist returns to The Divorce & Beyond podcast with Susan Guthrie. Amy is here to help bust the top five myths of domestic abuse. The myths being busted are prominent and often repeated time and again. We must raise awareness so we don't perpetuate these myths and continue to cause incredible harm. Amy Polacko is committed to helping women live on their terms during/after a toxic relationship or divorce. As a divorced single mom, she is passionate about coaching women one-on-one and founded the empowerment group Strong Savvy Women to support, inspire, and guide single women. She is also an award-winning journalist highlighting women's issues, including divorce, domestic abuse, coercive control, and singlehood. Myth Busting and Golden Nuggets includ Myth #1: “The Hysterical Woman.” Labeling women as "hysterical" diminishes their experiences and allows the cycle of abuse to continue. Myth #2: “Why didn't she just leave?” One reason: You need to have a safe exit plan, which takes time and planning. Myth #3: If there isn't physical violence, it's not really abuse. The more we tell stories of domestic abuse, the more aware we can become. Myth #4: “It only happens in poor families.” Domestic abuse doesn't discriminate and affects people across all socioeconomic backgrounds. Myth #5: “What happens in someone's home is a private matter.” Domestic abuse isn't a private issue; it has societal repercussions. What you can do to help break the cycle of abuse and raise awareness. **************************************** About this week's special guest: Amy Polacko Amy Polacko is a Freedom Warrior - and is committed to helping women live life on their own terms during/after a toxic relationship or divorce. As a divorced single mom, she is passionate about coaching women one-on-one and founded the empowerment group Strong Savvy Women to provide support, inspiration, and guidance to single women. Amy is also an award-winning journalist who sheds light on women's issues including divorce, domestic abuse, coercive control, and singlehood. Her recent journalistic work has appeared in The Washington Post, Newsweek, NBC News THINK, and Ms. Magazine. After graduating from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, Amy worked as a newspaper reporter for Newsday and was part of the Pulitzer Prize-winning team covering the TWA Flight 800 crash. She then transitioned to television journalism, working as a writer and producer in New York City. Amy was an award-winning on-air reporter in Fargo, ND, where she traveled to Kosovo for a series on the North Dakota National Guard, and in Philadelphia, where she covered the national D.C. Sniper story. She also headed up an investigative reporting unit in Albany, NY, where she uncovered consumer scams, crime, and government corruption as part of her I-Team Investigations -- one of which exposed a loophole in the state's sex offender registry. Amy has spoken publicly on women's issues, empowerment and entrepreneurship at Yale University, the Women's Forum in Ridgefield, CT, the Women's Center of Greater Danbury, CT, the Hayvn co-working space for women, the Believe Inspire Grow national empowerment organization for women, and many other groups both virtually and in person. Website: www.freedomwarrior.info Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomwarriortribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomwarriortribe/ ***************************************** Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: Get Wise to the Tricks and Traps of Toxic People: Avoiding Narcissists and Sociopaths in Your Life with Former Investigative Journalist and Divorce Coach, Amy Polacko Special Bonus Episode EMPOWERED: How a New Family Court Law is (and isn't) Helping Some Victims of IPV with Amy Polacko Amy's article: ‘Hysterical' Women Out for Revenge: Family Court's Misogynistic Tropes Traumatize Women and Children Amy's published Ms. articles Joan Meier Study: Child Custody Outcomes in Cases Involving Parental Alienation and Abuse Allegations National Safe Parents Organization Domestic Abuse Hotline or 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ________________________ THE DIVORCE COALITION The Divorce Coalition promotes awareness of both domestic violence and domestic violence recovery. We are here to inspire healing and change. We are the voice of many. The Divorce Coalition comprises all your favorite podcasters, bloggers, influencers, and more. We joined together to raise awareness and provide information and resources to fight the epidemic of domestic abuse in our world. Founded by Beverly Price of Her Empowered Divorce, Kate Anthony of the Divorce Survival Guide, and Susan Guthrie of Divorce & Beyond. We have gathered together our friends and colleagues to amplify our voices to reach as many people as possible. Visit the coalition webpage at www.divorcecoalition.com to find resources, including the many podcast episodes and blog articles that are on the topic from all our members, as well as many other ways to help donate and find assistance. Together, we can make a difference, and we can let domestic violence survivors know that they are not alone. Visit the website at www. DivorceCoalition.com. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @divorcecoalitionpage ________________________ HER EMPOWERED DIVORCE Have you discovered the "Her Empowered Divorce podcast" with Beverly Price yet? With over 30 years as a leading women's divorce and empowerment coach, Beverly is the empowering divorce coach who guides women on their journey before, during and after divorce to eliminate pain, overwhelm, and anger, make fewer mistakes and create more knowledge, skill and happiness than she experienced herself. She interviews industry leading guests who bring helpful insights and actionable tips to help you through the challenging times of your divorce. No matter where you are in this journey, "Her Empowered Divorce" is here for you. Listen to the fascinating episodes of "Her Empowered Divorce" at https://www.herempowereddivorce.com and be empowered!
As we continue our domestic violence month awareness series, Susan Guthrie welcomes Laila Aitken Ali, the founder of Split.fyi. In this episode, Laila explains why it's not helpful to keep calling your ex a narcissist and how you can regain your power! Laila Aitken Ali is a passionate advocate for personal empowerment and serves as a dedicated Divorce and Separation Coach. In the role of CEO and Founder of Split.fyi, Laila has established an invaluable platform to support individuals facing the daunting challenges of divorce, breakups, or other significant life transitions. Often referred to as a "Divorce Doula," Laila extends a compassionate and guiding hand throughout the emotional and logistical journey of divorce. Topics and Golden Nuggets include: Why you shouldn't focus on the word “narcissist” to describe or diagnose your ex How to approach communication and interaction to get closer to the outcome you desire Processing hard emotions before, during, and after divorce “Focus on yourself, how you show up, and operate through it all.” **************************************** About this week's special guest: Laila Aitken Ali Laila Aitken Ali is a passionate advocate for personal empowerment and serves as a dedicated Divorce and Separation Coach. In the role of CEO and Founder of Split.fyi (www.splitfyi.com), Laila has established an invaluable platform to support individuals facing the daunting challenges of divorce, breakups, or other significant life transitions. Often referred to as a "Divorce Doula," Laila extends a compassionate and guiding hand throughout the emotional and logistical journey of divorce. As a Keynote Speaker, Podcaster, Mentor, and Strategist, Laila is pivotal in helping individuals unearth their inner resilience and map a clear path toward their future. With a steadfast commitment to communication and innovation, she continuously seeks novel approaches to simplify and destigmatize the divorce process. Beyond entrepreneurship, Laila is a true Believer in Community and the transformative potential of Mentorship. Laila champions those undergoing profound life transitions, offering unwavering guidance and support at every stage of their journey. Website: http://www.splitfyi.com Laila on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lailaaitken/ Laila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesplitcoach/ Laila on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thesplitcoach Laila on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lailinna1 Split.fyi Socials: Twitter https://twitter.com/SplitFYI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Splitfyi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/splitfyi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/splitfyi/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBHE2a4Fs9TgufhFVyYDXQ ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: HELLO DIVORCE Over one million people get divorced in the United States every year. However, divorce can be a complex and expensive process, especially if you have to hire a lawyer. That's where Hello Divorce comes in. Hello Divorce is an online divorce platform that makes it easy and affordable to get a divorce yourself. With Hello Divorce, you can complete the entire divorce process online, in your own home, and at your own pace. Hello Divorce offers a variety of features to help you get through your divorce, including: Easy-to-use online forms and guides A step-by-step walkthrough of the divorce process Access to experienced divorce professionals for help and support And more! If you're considering getting a divorce, please check out Hello Divorce. It's the best way to get a divorce without breaking the bank. The founder of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, is a friend of mine, and I admire her and what she has created with Hello Divorce so much – this platform is the change we need in the divorce industry. You can hear Erin explain more in her episode on the podcast entitled “The FYI on DIY Divorce.” Get more information, resources, and support at hellodivorce.com/beyond and receive $100 off your service with the code BEYOND! Visit hellodivorce.com/beyond for $100 OFF! ________________________ THE DIVORCE COALITION The Divorce Coalition promotes awareness of both domestic violence and domestic violence recovery. We are here to inspire healing and change. We are the voice of many. The Divorce Coalition comprises all your favorite podcasters, bloggers, influencers, and more. We joined together to raise awareness and provide information and resources to fight the epidemic of domestic abuse in our world. Founded by Beverly Price of Her Empowered Divorce, Kate Anthony of the Divorce Survival Guide, and Susan Guthrie of Divorce & Beyond. We have gathered together our friends and colleagues to amplify our voices to reach as many people as possible. Visit the coalition webpage at www.divorcecoalition.com to find resources, including the many podcast episodes and blog articles that are on the topic from all our members, as well as many other ways to help donate and find assistance. Together, we can make a difference, and we can let domestic violence survivors know that they are not alone. Visit the website at www. DivorceCoalition.com. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @divorcecoalitionpage ________________________ HER EMPOWERED DIVORCE Have you discovered the "Her Empowered Divorce podcast" with Beverly Price yet? With over 30 years as a leading women's divorce and empowerment coach, Beverly is the empowering divorce coach who guides women on their journey before, during and after divorce to eliminate pain, overwhelm, and anger, make fewer mistakes and create more knowledge, skill and happiness than she experienced herself. She interviews industry leading guests who bring helpful insights and actionable tips to help you through the challenging times of your divorce. No matter where you are in this journey, "Her Empowered Divorce" is here for you. Listen to the fascinating episodes of "Her Empowered Divorce" at https://www.herempowereddivorce.com and be empowered!
Women stay in a marriage “for their kids” AND… because of the cost of divorce, i.e. finances. Erin Levine started Hello Divorce because she saw a need to support individuals going through a divorce so that they didn't take a financial hit. She also wanted to facilitate amicable divorces. As a lawyer, she recognized that the legal system is not set up to do that. Join us as Erin shares where to begin if you are thinking about getting a divorce.Erin Levine is on a mission to help divorcing spouses empower a better life ahead. She is the CEO and founder of Hello Divorce, a venture capital-backed online platform that combines easy-to-use digital tools with integrated expert help to provide quality and affordable legal help to all. Through a framework that provides support and resources for all aspects of separation, Erin has helped thousands of people navigate their divorce with less stress, avoid missteps, and reimagine their next (best) chapter.https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinlevine/https://www.instagram.com/hellodivorce/https://twitter.com/erinlevine_https://twitter.com/hellodivorcehttps://www.facebook.com/hellodivorcehttps://hellodivorce.com/Free 15-minute call: https://resources.hellodivorce.com/schedule-callFree Download: Divorce Planning Guide: https://resources.hellodivorce.com/divorce-101-plan-your-divorceFree Download: What to include in your settlement agreement: https://resources.hellodivorce.com/download-what-to-include-in-your-settlement-agreement-------Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook!--You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts
I have yet to see an online divorce platform that is as in-depth as the award-winning platform Hello Divorce. Founder, attorney, and CEO, Erin Levine, joins me in a conversation about revolutionizing the broken divorce system and how Hello Divorce helps couples divorce in a way that feels fair, reduces conflict, and facilitates peace. Erin's mission is to help separating couples empower a better life ahead, and she has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps, and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Featured topics include: The state of divorce in the media and the world today (3:13) How to invite the person you are divorcing to utilize a platform such as Hello Divorce (7:36) Even if your divorce does not go how you planned, so much of what matters is how you feel during it (14:40) Things to not forget in your settlement and post-divorce checklists (28:06) Divorce should always empower a better life ahead (34:39) Learn more about Erin Levine: Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that combines self-service online tools with integrated expert advice, making it easier for everyone to navigate their lives and finances with less stress and mess. Erin's innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with recent features in Vice, Forbes, American Bar Association Journal, Business Insider and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help separating couples empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Resources & Links: Information and links may also be found at: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-227-hello-divorce-redefining-the-divorce-process-with-erin-levine/ Hello Divorce Hello Divorce's Equity Split Calculator Hello Divorce on InstagramErin on Instagram Hello Divorce on Facebook Get Your Curated Podcast Playlist! Answer four easy questions and you'll get a curated list of podcast episodes to best support you as you navigate these tricky waters. I'll also help you identify where you currently stand on this journey, and what's ahead, with resources to help you move through this process with knowledge and grace. GET IT HERE DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.
Should I stay or should I go? This is a question many married women in midlife think about…. a lot. Like so many things these days, the way we approach though situations, like divorce, can be a lot easier. Enter Erin Levine ,founder of Hello Divorce. Hello Divorce is an online platform that creates an easier, kinder and less expensive divorce. Hello Divorce can handle almost every divorce without court and it costs thousands less than hiring a lawyer.Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital-backed, tech-enabled platform that combines self-service online tools with integrated expert advice, making it easier for everyone to navigate their lives and finances with less stress and mess. With Hello Divorce, Erin has helped thousands of couples divorce in 1/3 the time and 1/10 the price of traditional divorce methods.Erin's innovative approach to divorce and the delivery of legal services has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with recent features in Vice, Forbes, American Bar Association Journal, Business Insider, and TechCrunch. Her experience as a lawyer, mediator and private judge has led her to understand the roller coaster of emotions that come with a major life transition but she strongly believes that when you help people move forward with confidence and peace of mind, a breakup can always lead to breakthrough.In this episode we're talking about…Why the decision is so hard and why women tend to agonize between three-five years before filing The different ways to approach a divorce and when Hello Divorce is an option and how it works Why Gen Xers were taught to sacrifice and are so hard on themselves when it comes to divorce because, there is the question of, “am I being too selfish or selfless”? The research that it's not necessarily divorce that is so hard on kids and families; it's the conflict, whether you're in marriage or the ongoing conflict after marriage, that is what's harmful. “There are options, there are different things you can do to set yourself up to be able to bounce back and do better than even before.” “Divorce can feel like you're happy, hurting and healing all at the same time.” Mentioned in this episode: Hello Divorce Divorce Planning GuideUltimate Guide to Divorce MediationPost Divorce ChecklistF It Get a Divorc: The Guide for Optimists (book) Follow Erin Levine: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinlevine/Twitter: @hellodivorce @erinlevine_Instagram: @hellodivorce @erinlevinepaceFacebook: @hellodivorceGet your free copy of our digital magazine, GEN neXt, The Voice of the Modern Gen X Woman. www.moderngenxwoman.com/gennext GEN NeXt is a collection of insights from incredible organizations, women, and industry experts who have dedicated themselves to the same cause—turning up the volume of women 40+. We're not just Gen X we're GEN neXt
In this episode of Weird Finance, Paco talks to Erin Levine about the value and importance of prenuptial agreements, advice on how to approach marriage to avoid divorce, how to talk to your partner about money, and the growing cost of divorce. Erin Levine is a lawyer turned founder of award-winning, venture capital-backed justice tech company, Hello Divorce. Erin is revolutionizing the broken divorce system by combining easy-to-use digital tools with integrated expert advice to make the divorce process more accessible, kinder, and a lot more affordable. This episode also features The Economic Outlook with financial astrologer Susan Gidel. This is a short segment where Susan, our resident economic cosmonaut, does what many humans have done before us for thousands of years: she looks to the stars to try to understand our economic present and predict our financial futures. For more guidance from Susan, sign up for her Red Letter Trading Days newsletter. A special thanks to the talented and generous Ramsey Yount for producing, editing, and sound designing this episode. Thank you to Jenn Pablo for lending your voice for our special PSA. The theme music was written and performed by Andrew Parker, Jenna Parker, and Paco de Leon. Stay in touch and sign up for Paco's weekly email newsletter, The Nerdletter. Links & Resources 13 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married By Eleanor Stanford Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person By Alain de Botton How Much Does A Divorce Cost In 2023? Divorce costs can differ by thousands of dollars, depending on which state you reside in See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Once upon a time, it seemed the only person you needed to help you through a divorce was a great divorce attorney. And lawyers can still be essential, especially through a contested divorce. But divorce lawyers are far from the only person who can help you successfully navigate the divorce product. In fact, it's often best to assemble a professional divorce team.In this episode of the Divorce & Other Things You Can Handle podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Erin Levine. Erin is not only a divorce lawyer but also the founder of Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that combines self service online tools with integrated expert advice so that everyone can sort out their lives and finances with less stress and mess. In Episode 8 of the podcast, I chat with Erin about assembling your best professional team to guide you through the divorce landscape.
Erin has been involved in resource recovery for 18 years and in the last decade has focused specifically on the sales and marketing of finished compost. She has supported commercial compost facilities throughout the West Coast and has worked closely with the end users of compost, particularly the agricultural industry. Erin is a Certified Composting Professional through the US Composting Council and a Certified Compost Programs Manager through the Solid Waste Authority of North America. Currently, Erin works as the Resource & Recovery Manager at World Centric. As someone who's always been super excited about compost, I was really excited to talk to Erin and learn more about composting! I can't wait to talk to her again and continue discussing compost! Find Erin Levine online: World Centric: Compostable and Zero Waste Products Erin Levine on LinkedIn Find me online: This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: https://anchor.fm/solvefornature Blog: https://verdantgrowth.blog/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/verdantgrowth Twitter: https://twitter.com/VerdantGrowth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realverdantgrowth Instagram: http://instagram.com/verdant.growth or http://instagram.com/verdantgrowthofficial --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solvefornature/support
Divorce etc... podcast hosted by the exEXPERTS (T.H. & Jessica)
If you're thinking of getting divorced or are in the process, you need to know the best strategies to feel like you're coming out a winner! It's not always about how much money you can get, there are going to be a LOT of things you want and have to negotiate, and if you understand the process and know how to go about it, you can feel like it's a win. Join us for the WIN YOUR DIVORCE summit - a two-day event packed with all the information you need, given by the top experts in the divorce industry! Some of the experts giving sessions include: Susan Guthrie, Michelle Dempsey, Kate Anthony, Dennis Vetrano, Jay Skibbens, Leah Marie from Mindfully ready, Erin Levine from Hello Divorce, Bradley Richardson from Advanced Adulting, Jill Schlessinger from CBS, and about 30 others! You do not want to miss this event because you will come out more prepared - both financially and emotionally - and ready to Win Your Divorce! Register now at www.winyourdivorcesummit.com *Hosted by exEXPERTS and Fraud Coach (Tracy Coenen) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/divorceetc/message
Following their keynote panel, Laurence Colletti sits down with Jazz Hampton, Erin Levine, Kimberly Bennett, and Jack Newton to hear their thoughts on the current state of technology in legal practice. They talk about dealing with fast-paced change, the pursuit of vision in the face of adversity, and engaging with technology to craft a better future. Jazz Hampton is CEO and general counsel at TurnSignl. Erin Levine is a certified family law specialist, owner of Levine Family Law Group, and founder of Hello Divorce. Kimberly Bennett is the Co-Founder of Fidu, a client experience platform. Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio, a pioneer in cloud-based legal technology.
Following their keynote panel, Laurence Colletti sits down with Jazz Hampton, Erin Levine, Kimberly Bennett, and Jack Newton to hear their thoughts on the current state of technology in legal practice. They talk about dealing with fast-paced change, the pursuit of vision in the face of adversity, and engaging with technology to craft a better future. Jazz Hampton is CEO and general counsel at TurnSignl. Erin Levine is a certified family law specialist, owner of Levine Family Law Group, and founder of Hello Divorce. Kimberly Bennett is the Co-Founder of Fidu, a client experience platform. Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio, a pioneer in cloud-based legal technology.
Happy Valentine's Day, let's talk about divorce! We have the honor to be joined by attorney and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine, this week as we get to the bottom of a topic not enough gals are openly talking about.Erin is breaking down marriage laws that not enough young newlyweds are commonly aware of, why you should definitely have a prenuptial agreement, the difference in a postnupital agreement, the role your finances play in your marriage, and ultimately the advice she gives clients as they begin the process of filing for divorce and how to know if it's the right option for you.---Follow Hello Divorce on InstagramFollow Hello Divorce on TwitterCheck out the Hello Divorce websiteUse code HELLOGAL100 for $100 off Pro service or above---Hannah's Captivation : Ice RollerEmily's Captivation: The Last of Us on HBO MaxErin's Captivation: New Media Mastery course, reading inspiring books, and indulging in shows like Firefly Lane---Welcome to The Gal's Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals. Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com---FOLLOW US!Instagram: @thegalsguidepodSecret Facebook Group: The Gal ScoutsEmily: @emilyaleeceHannah: @hannahadamsmillerAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Erin Levine is the founder of Hello Divorce, an online divorce platform that provides software to complete legal forms and connects users to lawyers (if they want legal advice). Erin leveraged her legal experience running her own law firm focused on family law and her own experience as a litigant in the legal system to create Hello Divorce's user-centric platform. Erin's company is at the intersection of legal tech and access to justice and is at the center of efforts to revamp laws governing the practice of law. Listen in to hear Erin's entrepreneurial journey and cutting edge issues in legaltech.
Erin Levine, the resource recovery manager at World Centric, a maker of compostable packaging and tableware, returns to the show to share ideas about a low-waste holiday season and discuss the evolution of composting in California. The holidays are a time for family, community, faith, and fun, but they are also some of the most wasteful days of the year -- Americans toss more than a third of the food grown annually. Erin recently contributed an article to Earth911, Tips for Planning a Sustainable Holiday Meal. We'll her ideas about reducing waste and leftover food that too often ends up in a landfill, where they generate 14.5% of U.S. methane emissions, a greenhouse gas that warms the atmosphere many times faster than CO2. Erin last talked with us in March, when the state's mandatory composting law, SB 1383, or the Short-lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy, had just been put into practice. We'll get an update about progress, how it is changing the options for Californians, and progress toward clear definitions of compostability for bioplastics and fiber-based packaging. World Centric has worked to eliminate PFAS, or "forever chemicals," from its fiber packaging and is introducing bamboo- and bagasse-based tableware, which will make the product of industrial composting programs safe for use in agriculture and home gardens. California's statewide composting progress has been slow because of the lack of industrial composting capacity, which creates the higher temperatures necessary to break down many materials. You can learn more about WorldCentric at https://www.worldcentric.com
Erin Levine is the CEO & Founder of Justice Tech company, Hello Divorce. After 16 years as a divorce lawyer, Erin knows just how broken, toxic, wildly inefficient and unreasonably expensive the family law system is - with Americans spending 30 billion a year on legal fees alone. No longer wanting to be a complicit participant in a process that routes spouses through war, Erin set out to revolutionize how consumers access the law and provide a kinder, easier and cheaper pathway to divorce. Ultimately, Erin's mission is to help people reorganize their lives and families with less stress and mess - providing a bridge to financial independence and emotional well being.Erin and I talked about the mission of Hello Divorce and why it's important barriers to more legal tech, or justice tech innovation. We talk about their fundraising process, and we dive into how to have hard conversations and why it's so important to founders.“We offer a new and different opportunity for people to get divorced, find solutions that are rooted in fairness, without necessarily making a huge mess out of their divorce.” - Erin LevineToday on Startups for Good we cover:Income differentialsDivorce trendsFinding solutions rooted in fairnessHelping couples come to an agreementInnovations in legal tech Challenges in building the businessHaving hard conversationsBig barriers to amicable divorceSome books recommended by Erin are Brene Brown's Daring Greatly and Dare to Lead. Also, Glennon Doyle's UntamedConnect with Erin on LinkedIn and Instagram or on the Hello Divorce websiteSubscribe, Rate & Share Your Favorite Episodes!Thanks for tuning into today's episode of Startups For Good with your host, Miles Lasater. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast listening app.Don't forget to visit our website, connect with Miles on Twitter or LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes across social media. For more information about Purpose Built visit our website.
Erin Levine talks about how you can educate yourself on divorce and when it's time to leave. Feel less alone going through divorce: WTFdivorce.com *** Today's episode is sponsored by Rhonda Noordyk and the Women's Financial Wellness Center. Getting divorced can feel like playing chess. But in order to win, you need to know the rules. We want women to feel in control and like they are the most powerful piece on the board—the Queen. Get help with your divorce at: WFWCdivorce.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rob-roseman/message
Erin Levine talks about why she left her law firm to start a company that makes divorce easier, kinder, and less expensive. Learn more at: HelloDivorce.com *** Today's episode is sponsored by DivorceMoneyGuide.com Worried your spouse is hiding money?
Divorce etc... podcast hosted by the exEXPERTS (T.H. & Jessica)
The idea of do-it-yourself divorce may seem sketchy, but it's actually a real option if your divorce is going to be straightforward and amicable. Yes, there are documents involved and you may need some light legal guidance, but the new DIY process offered by Hello Divorce has simplified divorce for thousands of people across the country. Erin Levine, divorce lawyer and founder of Hello Divorce explains exactly how it works and what it entails. (Guest: Erin Levine, Founder Hello Divorce & divorce lawyer) Follow us on TikTok and IG @exexperts
This week we look into the truth about compostable foodservice and packaging with Erin Levine, Resource Recovery Manager at World Centric [https://www.worldcentric.com/]. We delve into environmental concerns, what is actually biodegradable, how fossil fuel dependence fits into the game, and whether we should focus instead on reusable cups, bags, flatware, etc. We also talk about organics waste, which includes yard waste and plant trimmings, food scraps, and food soiled paper. At approx. 40%, organic matter is the largest contributor of material in the landfill. Waste food makes up around 20%. When this material starts to slowly decompose it creates the 3rd largest source of human related methane emissions in the USA according to the EPA. Methane is a climate super pollutant up to 84 times more potent than carbon dioxide. Diverting wasted organics away from landfills and into systems like compost can not only reduce methane emissions, it supports healthier soils, stronger plants, and cleaner air through carbon sequestration. Composting is a climate oriented solution that we need and can enact immediately. That being said, business and public participation in accurately separating organic waste so that it can be composted is key to collecting and processing this material, especially wasted food. So by using compostable foodware can we divert more food from landfill, reduce ghg emissions, and lessen the consumption of single use plastics? *Erin Levine is the Resource Recovery Manager at World Centric, manufacturer of compostable products. Erin has been involved with resource recovery for 18 years and in the last decade has focused specifically on the sales and marketing of finished compost. She has supported commercial compost facilities throughout the West Coast and has worked closely with the end users of compost, particularly the agricultural industry. Erin is a Certified Composting Professional through the US Composting Council and a Certified Compost Programs Manager through the Solid Waste Authority of North America. *Jessica Aldridge, Co-Host and Producer of EcoJustice Radio, is an environmental educator, community organizer, and 15-year waste industry leader. She is a co-founder of SoCal 350, organizer for ReusableLA, and founded Adventures in Waste. She is a former professor of Recycling and Resource Management at Santa Monica College, and an award recipient of the international 2021 Women in Sustainability Leadership and the 2016 inaugural Waste360, 40 Under 40. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Guest: Erin Levine, Resource Recovery Manager at World Centric. Host and Producer: Jessica Aldridge Engineer and Original Music: Blake Quake Beats Executive Producer: Jack Eidt Created by: Mark and JP Morris Episode 139 Photo Credit: Down2EarthMaterials.ie
As the managing member of Levine Family Law Group and the CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine is the prototype of the kind of lawyerpreneur that this podcast has always sought to highlight. She is also using her platform and entrepreneurship to help provide access to justice to those in need. Levine is a founding member of the recently-launched Justice Technology Association, where my co-host today, Maya Markovich, is the executive director.During the interview, Levine talks about experiencing burnout with her business and law practice, and coming out on the other side of it. A part of the burnout she experienced was the disintegration of the meaning and satisfaction she derived from problem-solving for others in her family law practice. When she realized that traditional family law approaches weren't meeting people's needs, she reached for a new method and a new model. And Hello Divorce was born, allowing Erin Levine to incorporate her creativity back into a business that would meet the needs of more people.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/lawyerpreneur)
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During this time of questioning everything, you may be questioning your relationship. In today's episode, we want to empower you to make the decision to stay, save or leave your marriage from a place of personal power. We also want to share the innovative divorce platform our guest has built to help navigate the divorce process more quickly, affordably with less stress. Erin Levine is a California-based attorney specializing in Family Law since 2005. She became disillusioned with the broken, inefficient and expensive system and set out to change it. In 2018, she founded the online platform Hello Divorce. It's services are currently available in California, Utah, Colorado, and Texas with plans for immediate expansion into additional states in 2021. As Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin's goal is to provide everyone who wants a divorce access to easy, affordable, and ethical legal assistance. Follow Hello Divorce on Instagram @hellodivorceIf you loved today's episode, please write a review, send it to a friend or share it on social media and let us know your favorite takeaway!xx Show sponsor xxReady to manifest your million dollar product idea, but have no idea where to begin?Apply to work with me at Break the Matrix Agency where we guide our clients from idea to actual product. With over a decade spent demystifying the product space, we can support you in every facet of product development, from market research, to creating a prototype, developing samples, finding a factory, filing for patents, designing packaging, launch and distribution. Apply at www.Breakthematrixagency.com or request a complimentary discovery call to see if might be a good fit. We can't wait to support you in your next evolution xx
Erin Levine, Resource Recovery Manager at World Centric, a Rohnert Park, Calif.-based manufacturer of 100% compostable tableware and food packaging, joins Mitch to discuss California's mandatory composting law, SB 1383. After passage in 2016, the new law, known as the Short-lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy, went into effect after five years of preparation on January 1, 2022. SB 1383 requires all businesses, apartment and condo buildings as well as individual homeowners in California are now required to compost food waste, and the law also aims to reduce by 20% the current surplus of edible foods sent to landfills. It is a game-changing move and raises many questions about the compostability of everyday products purchased in the state.We've had WorldCentric on the show several times because of the company's socially-driven mission and focus on reducing use of unrecyclable materials. They contribute a minimum of 25% of their profits to grassroots community organizations and environmental projects each year and pioneered the Certified B Corporation movement in business. In this episode, we dig into composting: What can be composted? How can composting collection can be improved? What are the different approaches to home and industrial composting we need to understand in order to send compostables to the right place for processing. What composting labels to look for, including the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) label. You can learn more about World Centric at https://www.worldcentric.net/.
The expense of divorce can be quite a burden, especially with today's rising costs forcing us all to do more with less. Erin Levine, founder of Hello Divorce, is seeking to change that narrative. An experienced divorce attorney herself, Erin wanted to find a way to reduce the most expensive part of the divorce process — attorneys. She recognized that most divorces don't require litigation. Instead, clients need a basic set of resources and support from compassionate professionals who can help make the legal divorce process as painless as possible. “The goal of Hello Divorce is to make divorce easier, friendlier, and a lot more affordable,” Erin says. “It doesn't mean that there won't be conflict. There's almost always conflict. But it doesn't mean that we need to ramp up the divorce such that we're battling it out in court.” She developed Hello Divorce to be a checklist and one-stop-shop for attaining divorce resources — from compiling documents, to mediation, to working with an attorney to draft and submit the final paperwork to court. Hello Divorce is customizable and can be tailored to fit each person's particular needs. Its competitive pricing packages and à la carte services provide options that are typically out of reach for most people. Though the full suite of offerings is currently available in just a few select states, Erin plans to expand so she can serve more people. On this episode of Divorce, Healthy! host Ashley-Nicole sits down with Erin to discuss how Hello Divorce is driving change and creating space for more comfortable divorces. Tune in to this episode of Divorce, Healthy! with Ashley-Nicole Russell, Collaborative Attorney serving Beaufort, Raleigh, and Greenville, NC.
This week we chat with Erin Levine. Erin Levine is a California-based attorney specializing in Family Law since 2005. Erin was an undergraduate student at the University of California in Santa Barbara and attended law school at the University of San Francisco. After owning and managing the Levine Family Law Group in Oakland, CA for over a decade, Erin became disillusioned with the broken, inefficient and expensive system and set out to change it. In 2018, she founded the online platform Hello Divorce. Hello Divorce was created to help people navigate the divorce process on their terms, quickly and affordably with less stress. Its services are currently available in California, Utah, Colorado, and Texas with plans for immediate expansion into additional states in 2021. As Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin's goal is to provide everyone who wants a divorce access to easy, affordable, and ethical legal assistance. Her passion and approach to family law has been guided by her own experience with the legal system. As a child, Erin was the victim of violence and as a teen, she was the plaintiff in a civil action and a witness in a criminal action. It was stressful, intimidating, and confusing and Erin was determined to not let anyone else feel that way. Her goal is to leave clients ready to embark on a fresh start and feeling empowered.Erin has been recognized by James I. Keane Memorial Award for Excellence in eLawyering, Women Founders Network, American Bar Association “Women in LegalTech”, and the Duke Law & Tech Accelerator's Grand Prize Winner to name a few. And featured in publications such as; Vice, TechCrunch, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Women's Health.Follow us!Erin Levine: @erinlevine (and on Fireside here)Hello Divorce: @hellodivorce (and website here)Dear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething (and on Fireside here)
Erin Levine is disrupting the legal industry with her online divorce support platform, Hello Divorce. Join us for a discussion about the lack of access to justice that currently exists and what we're both trying to do to solve it.Erin's current projects include raising her two daughters, Zoe and Mia, along with managing the national roll out of Hello Divorce's products and services. You can find her on social media @hellodivorce.Both Jill and Erin have similar goals in closing the access to justice gap for people trying to get divorced. They felt stuck because they could only help the one on a day-to-day basis with their clients. We were both frustrated with how expensive getting divorced was, and how hard it was for normal people to navigate the legalities of divorce and get quality divorce documents drafted.80% of divorces in the US have at least 1 party who does not have an attorney. They are trying to navigate one of the most complex contracts we will ever enter into—a marriage contract. Divorce decrees are one of the most complicated legal documents, so to do that alone is unfathomable.Let's change the conversation around divorce. No one gets married thinking they will get divorced, but it can also be exactly what we need to move forward. We don't need to shy around the word or topic of divorce.A big issue we've faced as divorce attorneys is fixing bad decrees. When people try to create their own with no divorce experience or legal background, or are following bad or general advice from the internet, you often end up with a bad divorce decree that won't be able to be correctly interpreted down the road when issues arise. Erin has created an online platform and structure for people to get the help and support they need to get through the legalities of divorce. Jill has created the technology for quality divorce decrees to be drafted, based on your circumstances. So we're trying to help people get quality divorce decrees, without the expensive retained attorney, in the first place so you don't have to go to court later.Law is one of the last industries to be disrupted by technology. We know what the client needs, so why wouldn't we as attorneys embrace technology and create quality ways for people to get quality divorce decrees. We still recommend consulting with an attorney initially. But then you can go do it yourself using some new tools like Hello Divorce and SimpleEnding. There are options! Not everyone needs to retain a lawyer. Divorce forms are in legalese and complicated. A lot of online services or resources out there aren't actually helping you fill those out but just letting you download blank forms or auto-generating blanket forms. If you try to take those general or poorly written decrees to court later on when you're trying to get your ex to follow something, the court won't be able to help you because the language is too ambiguous or broad. We're trying to provide a more quality alternative that is specific and uses attorney experience and language so that the court can actually help you get sanctions on your ex or get orders to be carried out legally. And it's much less expensive than retaining an attorney.Laws are different in each state. So you have to work with an attorney in your specific state, or the technology has to work for each individual state. You need help understanding the forms and wording but also the local laws and procedures. There's been exciting strides the past few years in legal technology, but we're probably still years or decades away from where we need to go. The system has been built to protect attorneys' careers and ability to earn money instead of focusing on the needs of the consumer. Consumers are pushing for change. Billable hours don't work for the majority of cases.
We all know the power of technology to help us deliver our product, but creating a (mostly) automated legal tech product requires nuanced development and critical thinking about our clients' needs. Erin Levine of Levine Family Law and creator of Hello Divorce, discusses the process she went through creating her automated collaborative divorce platform. Now, we're not all going to make our own digital legal product, but we can learn a lot about our own processes from this chat - balancing tech and human elements, building trust, our role as experts, honing your leads, SEO, and the future of the legal landscape. Find Erin on Facebook or LinkedIn, and Hello Divorce at hellodivorce.com. FiveStarCounsel.com Get our FREE client service whitepaper!
This week on Maximum Mom your host Elise Buie joined Erin Levine, a legal innovator, entrepreneur, speaker and Certified Family Law Specialist. She is the CEO and Founder of Oakland based boutique firm, Levine Family Law Group. In 2018 Erin launched Hello Divorce, an award winning online DIY web platform that helps self represented folks navigate the divorce process on their own or with some legal help along the way. Erin's legal technology and access to justice work has been recognized by the legal industry and beyond - with recent press features in Above the Law, Brit+Co, Forbes, Mind Body Green, LawSites and Entrepreneur. Recent accomplishments include the American Bar Association‘s James I Keane Memorial Award for Excellence in E-lawyering and Duke University School of Law's Legal Tech Accelerator - Grand Prize.Follow Erin:Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedInWatch the interview here.To keep on maximizing your firm, stay connected!Facebook GroupFacebook PageYouTube channelLinkedInGuild
(Live Webinar Replay) Navigating Your Divorce Through Coronavirus with special guest Mark Flowers from CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Description Coronavirus / COVID-19 is upending all of our lives. It will impact your divorce as well, if it hasn't already. Join Hello Divorce Founder and CEO Erin Levine and Mark Flowers, CFP, CDFA and host of Second Saturday San Mateo, for a frank and interactive conversation on the ways you can still keep your divorce on track during these uncertain times. We'll discuss: - Moving forward with your divorce paperwork, even with temporary court closures; - Legal perspectives on co-parenting through school closures and shelter in place directives; - Understanding options for adjusting child/spousal support payments if your job is at risk; - The financial and legal reasons that now is is actually not the time to delay your divorce; ABOUT THE HOSTS: Erin Levine is a certified family law attorney who is reimagining how divorce is handled by using technology to make the process more efficient. She is the founder of Hello Divorce (www.hellodivorce.com) an incredibly powerful DIY divorce navigation tool that gives users the information and resources they need to divorce on their terms, with on-demand access to high-quality help at a flat-rate fee. Mark Flowers is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, an the leader of Second Saturday Divorce workshops in San Mateo County. Currently, with Private Portfolios, Mark has been in financial services in various roles including real estate finance, insurance planning, and wealth management for the past 15 years.
Our Valentine's gift to you, a brand new ebook, Five Essentials To Win At Divorce. Ebook >> http://bit.ly/31h14ot Welcome to the Hello Divorce podcast, I'm your host, Erin Levine. I'm super excited to share with you my top insider tips for divorce - including actionable steps in bite-sized pieces to lowering the cost, conflict, and confusion surrounding your divorce so that you can move on to that next awesome chapter. Hi. Today's topic has to do with a gift I have for you - a new ebook that we are offering at no cost. As most of you know, through Hello Divorce, we have so much content – all curated – some written and designed by me and my team at HD and Levine Family Law Group – and then we also pull in the experts to contribute. Experts in everything from financial planning to negotiation and life coaching b/c after all – lawyers are just one piece of a big divorce puzzle. The one thing that I felt we were missing was a comprehensive ebook. I hesitated to design one because I wanted it to be really meaningful – and do what I wanted it to do – which is to give you the tools you need to get your divorce off to the best start possible. More on that in a second. Then the other day, I was speaking to a colleague about her divorce. She wanted a second opinion which I always think is a good idea but at the same time – we have to be so careful because when speaking to someone about their case – you are only getting a very small snippet of the divorce – and hearing it from the client's experience. Anyhow, she started to tell me about her divorce and man, it was ugly - throughout each step of the way, it was just hurting my heart so much to realize that had we been her guide from the beginning – things could have been so different. I mean, we likely wouldn't have been able to change what her ex did – how he behaved or the choices he made – but we could have helped shape her experience – and as you know, mindset – well, that's everything. Life can be spinning out of control and if you trust your path and have the resources and support you need, you can turn that obstacle – that saga – that struggle into a breakthrough. There's an opportunity in there to change your course and we want to find that – and put our focus there, not on the actions or (in)actions of your ex. I know – it might feel like I'm simplifying things or that I'm overly optimistic or what's the word you're thinking of? Maybe “shut the f- up and get with reality.” Ok, I know. I am oversimplifying. When you are in a traumatic divorce or breakup that breakthrough doesn't just show up and say ‘hi, everything is going to be ok now. You are stronger than ever and you're life is going to be sunshine and rainbows.” But, I'm not talking about a particular moment in time. There are times in a heated, contested divorce that all you can find time and energy to do is prepare your strategy – where you have exposure and where you have leverage – and live in that. But overall, if you have the information and understanding you need about the divorce process – about where things are heading and how to get there – you will feel some peace of mind. You will make space to rise from this crappy experience. And you will feel in control – which let's face it, feeling out of control is the worst feeling ever – feeling like you don't know what's going on and you don't know how to change it or respond to it, is just awful. Please go to hellodivorce.com to read the rest of our show notes. Also, let this be our Valentine's gift to you, your brand new ebook, Five Essentials To Win At Divorce. Ebook >> http://bit.ly/31h14ot