Podcasts about Family law

Why do so many women walk away from divorce feeling overwhelmed, unheard, and financially vulnerable—even after doing everything they could to save their marriage?In this powerful conversation, Heather Quick sits down with family law attorney Katie Carter to explore why the traditional divorce system often falls short for women. Together, they discuss the emotional, financial, and legal realities women face, why education and community matter just as much as legal representation, and how women can make informed decisions that protect their future instead of simply surviving the process.In this episode, you'll discover:Why so many women unknowingly give up valuable legal and financial protections during divorce—and how to avoid making those costly mistakes.How education, trusted legal guidance, and a strong support system can dramatically improve your confidence and long-term outcomes.The mindset shifts every woman needs to move from fear and uncertainty to empowerment and a stronger future after divorce.If you're considering divorce, currently navigating one, or supporting someone who is, press play to gain the knowledge and confidence you need to make decisions that protect your future—not just get through today.Katie Carter's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlfriendneedsadivorce/Hoffheimer Family Law: https://hoflaw.com/our-attorneys/katherine-wilcox-carter/Hofline Podcast: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvLqjDCLtbeup30zWoI85Qq9lExKk5AqVInterested in working with us? Fill out this form here to get started.Not quite ready? Interact with us on socials! OR get all of your questions answered by taking our online course: Divorce 101!Divorce 101 Online Course- https://heather-quick.mykajabi.com/divorce-101Linktree- https://linktr.ee/FloridaWomensLawGroup Florida Women's Law Group Website- https://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/Women Winning Divorce is supported by Florida Women's Law Group.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not an advertisement for legal services. The information provided on this podcast is not intended to be legal advice. You should not rely on what you hear on this podcast as legal advice. If you have a legal issue, please contact a lawyer. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are solely those of the individuals and do not represent the views or opinions of the firms or organizations with which they are affiliated or the views or opinions of this podcast's advertisers. This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Any editing, reproduction, or redistribution of this podcast for commercial use or monetary gain without the expressed, written consent of the podcast's creator is prohibited.Thank you for listening, please leave us a review and share the podcast with your friends and colleagues. Send your questions, comments, and feedback to marketing@4womenlaw.com

The lie gets declared unfounded, the TRO gets dismissed, and your nervous system finally unclenches. Then your attorney leans in and says the words that can cost you years: “Let's look reasonable and do a step up plan.” We're not letting that happen. We break down why the 48 hours after exoneration are a strategic crossroads in family court, and how “reasonable increases” can turn a temporary CPS investigation into a permanent downgrade of your custody and parenting time.We walk through the core idea in plain English: when restrictions were imposed only as a precaution, the moment the allegation is cleared the baseline must reset to what it was before. No begging. No slow ramp. We use a simple analogy to make it stick, then explain how family law incentives and the power of status quo push judges toward the easiest pattern to maintain, especially in high conflict divorce and parental alienation dynamics.From there, we get concrete. We talk about Time Taken Time Back reforms like Texas SB 718 and Oklahoma SB 1723, and how to demand compensatory parenting time even if your state hasn't passed a statute yet. We also hit the second trap: staying out of the marital home after an ex parte order is lifted. That choice can bleed you financially and hand the other side the physical fortress that shapes custody outcomes.You'll leave with a direct script for coaching your divorce attorney and a clear list of motions to discuss immediately: emergency restoration of the pre-allegation schedule, compensatory makeup time, re-entry and exclusive possession of the home, and where available sanctions and attorney's fees for knowingly false reports. If this helps, subscribe, share it with a dad who needs it, and leave a review so more fathers can find the playbook. Being unprepared is how great fathers become weekend visitors. Most ground is lost quietly through "drift" and decisions made under pressure. Stop the drift today at TheDivorcedDadvocate.com.Access your tactical tools:Risk Assessment: Identify your "quiet loss" exposure in 10 minutes.Protection Session: Book a private triage to ensure mistakes don't become permanent.Your kids are counting on you. Support the show

In this episode of A Year and a Day, Jaime Davis talks with Donna Jean Kendrick, a certified financial planner, to unpack the financial side of divorce that the legal side can overshadow. Donna, author of The Divorce Money Map, walks listeners through building a clear picture of assets, debts, and expenses before negotiations even begin. She explains why financial preparedness isn't about being a numbers person; it's about knowing where to look and who to ask.In this episode, Jaime and Donna dig into some of the thorniest financial decisions divorcing couples face:How to map out what you own, what you owe, and what you need to ask for during discoveryThe difference between basic living expenses and lifestyle expenses, and why it matters for negotiationsWhat to weigh before deciding to keep or sell the family home, including equity, maintenance costs, and capital gains exposureWhy alimony and child support aren't as guaranteed as people assume, and how to protect against the gapsHow to rebuild a sustainable financial life after the divorce is finalWhy assembling a trusted team of professionals is essentialDonna draws on her own experience as a widow who discovered just how costly it can be to not ask enough questions about a spouse's investments, offering a candid look at why financial literacy matters. Practical, empathetic, and refreshingly jargon-free, this episode is essential listening for anyone trying to protect their financial future during, and after, divorce.

Send us Fan MailDivorce can leave you holding a stack of statements and a knot in your stomach, wondering what you actually own, what it means, and whether retirement is still possible. We sit down with Jesse Hurst, a CPA and Chartered Financial Analyst, to talk through the real-world money decisions that hit right after a divorce and how to replace fear with a plan you can live with. Jesse's twist is simple and surprisingly effective: use pop culture, music, and familiar stories to make complicated financial concepts stick, so you're not just being “told” what to do, you understand it. We dig into why people often feel frozen after a major loss, and how to restart with small steps: take an inventory, clarify what matters most to you, and map out the levers that actually drive outcomes. That includes cash flow planning after spousal support ends, deciding when to claim Social Security, and turning a collection of accounts like a 401(k), IRA, brokerage account, CDs, and home equity into a coordinated retirement strategy with an age-appropriate risk profile. We also get concrete about taxes and planning traps. Jesse explains why divorce can come with cost basis headaches that don't exist after a spouse's death, and why filing status changes can feel like a penalty when someone becomes a widow or widower. If real estate is part of the picture, we talk about rental property cash flow, concentration risk, and when selling a non-producing property can improve liquidity and diversification. If you're rebuilding after divorce and want a calmer, clearer way to think about retirement planning and financial independence, hit play. Subscribe to Modern Family Matters, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find real guidance.If you would like to speak with one of our attorneys, please call our office at (503) 227-0200, or visit our website at https://www.pacificcascadelegal.com.To learn more about Jesse and how he can help you, you can visit his website at: https://www.impelwealth.com/Disclaimer: Nothing in this communication is intended to provide legal advice nor does it constitute a client-attorney relationship, therefore you should not interpret the contents as such.

Send us Fan MailMost divorce attorneys study the law. Richard Nedlin lived it. The Arizona family law attorney joins Billie Tarascio to talk about how his own custody battle, his years as a prosecutor, and an unconventional path through racing and criminal justice shape the way he handles complex custody and divorce cases today. They also dig into how AI is changing the practice of family law and what it means for clients.Richard Nedlin is a family law attorney at Modern Law who began his legal career as a prosecutor in Colorado before moving to Arizona. He brings rare empathy to divorce and custody work because he has been through it himself, and he handles some of the toughest cases involving children, domestic violence, and high-conflict legal decision-making.What you will learn:- How personal experience builds empathy a casebook never could- Why family law is about reducing harm, not winning- How perspective keeps clients focused on outcomes instead of spiraling- Why separating logic from emotion protects clients- How AI is changing the way family law gets practiced- What makes complex custody and legal decision-making cases different- How judges are weighing mental health and safety in parenting time- Why best interest rulings vary more by judge than by county- How an attorney carries trauma without taking it home- Why there is real hope and a future after a hard divorceChapters: 00:00 The Unconventional Journey of Richard Nedlin 03:20 Life Experience and Empathy in Family Law 06:05 Navigating Divorce: Logic vs. Emotion 08:22 The Role of Technology in Modern Law 11:07 Understanding Complex Custody Cases 13:59 Judicial Discretion in Family Law 16:41 Coping with Trauma in Family Law Practice 19:22 Finding Hope After DivorceIf you are facing divorce or a custody dispute in Arizona, Modern Law is here to help. Call 480-649-2905 or visit mymodernlaw.com.

⚠️ Hidden Assets Can Ruin Your Divorce Settlement! | Los Angeles Divorce ⚠️ Hidden or undisclosed assets can dramatically affect the fairness of a divorce settlement. California law requires both spouses to fully disclose all income, property, debts, and financial accounts. Failing to identify hidden assets may result in an inequitable division or disputes later, making thorough financial transparency essential.

A new custody law went into effect on July 1st in Mississippi. Learn more about Family Law with attorney Matt Easterling from Roberson Easterling.If you're interested in learning about other new laws in Mississippi, have we got some information for you – our June 18th podcast with Clarion Ledger Reporter Bea Anuchi discussed some other new laws. She was also a guest on @Issue on MPB News July 6th. Our laws are made by lawmakers. Some of them were at the Neshoba County Fair Recently. Our MPB News reporters were there and reported on what was said. We've curated those videos and articles on this show's podcast information for you.Facebook post Vision to VotersHopeful candidatesIn Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. legalterms@mbponline.orgIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcastToday's Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: You can listen LIVE to us from the MPB Public Media app or from MPBonline.org/radioThursdays, following our over-the-air broadcast, you can hear Next Stop Mississippi on MPB Think Radio at 4pm Central. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailDivorcing a business owner can be one of the most financially complex parts of any separation. In this episode, Sara Davison speaks with business valuation expert Richard Brady about how businesses are valued during divorce, common tactics used to reduce a company's apparent value, and the steps you can take to protect your financial future before agreeing to a settlement.Whether you're a business owner or divorcing one, this episode offers practical insights to help you make informed decisions.Find Richard Brady:

Not all rewrites come from choice—some come from life changing everything.On this episode of The Rewrite, I'm joined by David Fein, a former energy policy leader with over 30 years in law, regulation, and public policy—who now works as a divorce mediator helping families navigate one of the most emotional transitions of their lives.We talk about his own divorce in 2020, what it taught him about conflict and communication, and how he transitioned from shaping large-scale energy systems to helping individuals move through deeply personal ones.We also explore: - How his own divorce reshaped the way he thinks about conflict, communication and resolution - Why divorce doesn't have to be destructive - How to keep the process child-centered - And what it means to choose a more collaborative path forward and what he learned through his own personal turning point and his now RewriteA MUST listen interview...A grounded conversation about perspective, power, and finding a better way through change.Follow David Fein:Email: david@feinlegal.com WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagram

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Conscripting Breadwinner Soldiers in the Late Ottoman Empire: Family, Law and War (Edinburgh UP, 2026) by Dr. Kate Dannies examines the gender and family dimensions of mobilisation for the First World War in the Ottoman Empire, situating the war in a long-nineteenth-century social history of Ottoman military reform for the first time. It focuses on the military legal concept of muinsizlik (sole breadwinning) and how this concept shaped Ottoman military policy – namely, how militarisation and mobilisation were supported by the exploitation of women's care and social reproductive labour, as well as the extraction of material and physical resources from Ottoman families. In exploring how war worked at the level of the body, the individual and the family, this book demonstrates how Ottoman society and war became imbricated through processes of militarisation that led to significant consequences during the First World War and its aftermath. Based on a gendered reading of Ottoman military and bureaucratic archives, it addresses a pivotal moment in the modern history of the Middle East that has long awaited further study from a bottom-up perspective. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Conscripting Breadwinner Soldiers in the Late Ottoman Empire: Family, Law and War (Edinburgh UP, 2026) by Dr. Kate Dannies examines the gender and family dimensions of mobilisation for the First World War in the Ottoman Empire, situating the war in a long-nineteenth-century social history of Ottoman military reform for the first time. It focuses on the military legal concept of muinsizlik (sole breadwinning) and how this concept shaped Ottoman military policy – namely, how militarisation and mobilisation were supported by the exploitation of women's care and social reproductive labour, as well as the extraction of material and physical resources from Ottoman families. In exploring how war worked at the level of the body, the individual and the family, this book demonstrates how Ottoman society and war became imbricated through processes of militarisation that led to significant consequences during the First World War and its aftermath. Based on a gendered reading of Ottoman military and bureaucratic archives, it addresses a pivotal moment in the modern history of the Middle East that has long awaited further study from a bottom-up perspective. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

One of just 12 California lawyers dual-certified in both family and appellate law, Lisa McCall has an unusually clear view of how family trial work plays out on appeal. Lisa shares the record‑killing mistakes family lawyers often make.And with 14 published opinions, Lisa shares about publish-worthy issues and her work on the amicus committee at the Association of Certified Family Law Specialists to clarify the law.We also discuss recent changes to domestic violence laws, and to the statement of decision procedures.Key points:Statements of decision: Request early. Starting January 2027, you must request a statement of decision before submission—make it the last line of closing—or you lose it. Objections drop to a 10‑day window, and judgments must be prepared within 30 days. (CCP §§ 632, 634).3044 findings: miss them, you lose. Missing written findings on the Family Code section 3044 domestic‑violence custody presumption is treated as a structural error—one of the rare spots where a procedural miss virtually guarantees reversal.Offers of proof: get them on paper. When a judge excludes evidence and won't hear oral offers of proof, preserve the issue with written offers explaining what the evidence would have shown, like in Marriage of Burmeister.Smart motions in limine in family court. Broad “exclude everything” motions go nowhere; targeted motions to enforce prior orders or strip out legally improper recommendations are where motions in limine earn their keep.If your family law case has even a shot at the Court of Appeal, don't walk into your next hearing blind—listen to this episode first.

Conscripting Breadwinner Soldiers in the Late Ottoman Empire: Family, Law and War (Edinburgh UP, 2026) by Dr. Kate Dannies examines the gender and family dimensions of mobilisation for the First World War in the Ottoman Empire, situating the war in a long-nineteenth-century social history of Ottoman military reform for the first time. It focuses on the military legal concept of muinsizlik (sole breadwinning) and how this concept shaped Ottoman military policy – namely, how militarisation and mobilisation were supported by the exploitation of women's care and social reproductive labour, as well as the extraction of material and physical resources from Ottoman families. In exploring how war worked at the level of the body, the individual and the family, this book demonstrates how Ottoman society and war became imbricated through processes of militarisation that led to significant consequences during the First World War and its aftermath. Based on a gendered reading of Ottoman military and bureaucratic archives, it addresses a pivotal moment in the modern history of the Middle East that has long awaited further study from a bottom-up perspective. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

Conscripting Breadwinner Soldiers in the Late Ottoman Empire: Family, Law and War (Edinburgh UP, 2026) by Dr. Kate Dannies examines the gender and family dimensions of mobilisation for the First World War in the Ottoman Empire, situating the war in a long-nineteenth-century social history of Ottoman military reform for the first time. It focuses on the military legal concept of muinsizlik (sole breadwinning) and how this concept shaped Ottoman military policy – namely, how militarisation and mobilisation were supported by the exploitation of women's care and social reproductive labour, as well as the extraction of material and physical resources from Ottoman families. In exploring how war worked at the level of the body, the individual and the family, this book demonstrates how Ottoman society and war became imbricated through processes of militarisation that led to significant consequences during the First World War and its aftermath. Based on a gendered reading of Ottoman military and bureaucratic archives, it addresses a pivotal moment in the modern history of the Middle East that has long awaited further study from a bottom-up perspective. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

Conscripting Breadwinner Soldiers in the Late Ottoman Empire: Family, Law and War (Edinburgh UP, 2026) by Dr. Kate Dannies examines the gender and family dimensions of mobilisation for the First World War in the Ottoman Empire, situating the war in a long-nineteenth-century social history of Ottoman military reform for the first time. It focuses on the military legal concept of muinsizlik (sole breadwinning) and how this concept shaped Ottoman military policy – namely, how militarisation and mobilisation were supported by the exploitation of women's care and social reproductive labour, as well as the extraction of material and physical resources from Ottoman families. In exploring how war worked at the level of the body, the individual and the family, this book demonstrates how Ottoman society and war became imbricated through processes of militarisation that led to significant consequences during the First World War and its aftermath. Based on a gendered reading of Ottoman military and bureaucratic archives, it addresses a pivotal moment in the modern history of the Middle East that has long awaited further study from a bottom-up perspective. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/law

Text us your feedback or questions - we'd love to hear from you.Can my social media be used against me in divorce? Short answer? Yep.Today we're talking about one of the biggest divorce mistakes people make without even realizing it.Social media.You might think your Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or other accounts are just a place to share what's going on in your life. But when you're going through a divorce, a custody dispute, or even mediation, those posts can take on a life of their own.And here's the problem: what you think is a harmless photo, funny caption, or venting session might look very different to a judge, mediator, opposing attorney, or your ex.In this episode, family law attorneys Kelly Bennett and Alexandria Zeis share real-world examples of how social media shows up in divorce cases and why it can quickly become “Exhibit A.”Here's what we're talking about:Social media can be used against you in divorce courtHow screenshots can live forever, even after you delete a postWhy deleting content can create an even bigger problemHow social media can affect child custody and co-parenting issuesWhat judges notice when they're evaluating credibilityHow posts can impact spousal support and financial claimsWhy online drama can derail divorce mediation before it even startsWhen it may be smartest to simply go dark on social mediaWe also talk about parental alienation, oversharing, posting during parenting time, and why your online life can tell a very different story than the one you're presenting in court.The big takeaway?If you're going through a divorce, think before you post.Or better yet… take a break from social media until your case is behind you.About Kelly Bennett, Esq.Kelly Bennett, Esq. is the host of  The Splitting Smart Podcast. She is a senior attorney at Sapere Law & Mediation in Temecula, California. About Alexandria Zeis, Esq.Alexandria Zeis, Esq. is a senior family law attorney at Sapere Law & Mediation in Temecula, California.--RESOURCESMEDIATION STARTER GUIDE: https://mailchi.mp/2939c428981d/mediation-resourcesKELLY'S BOOK: Victim Is Not Your Name https://a.co/d/e4VguRkLEGAL & MEDIATION HELP: https://saperelawfirm.comINSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/saperelawfirmFACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/saperelawfirm

Artificial intelligence is already inside the divorce process: on your attorney's desk, in the courtroom, and possibly in your own search history. The question is whether you're using it wisely or setting yourself up for a costly mistake.In this episode, Jaime Davis sits down with Diana Romanov, certified family law specialist, founder of Romanov Law, and author of Divorce Like a Boss, to get an honest, ground-level look at how AI is reshaping family law right now. Diana is licensed to practice in both California and Germany and has become one of the leading voices at the intersection of divorce law and legal technology, with a YouTube following of 366,000+ subscribers.Diana explains what "digital divorce" really means and draws a critical distinction between open-source AI tools and closed-source platforms like CoCounsel by Thomson Reuters, which offers HIPAA-level data security. She walks through a real case in which she used AI to analyze seven years of bank records in minutes, uncovering a money trail that led from a Wells Fargo account to a Bank of America account to a Cash App, a discovery that would have taken a team of attorneys and accountants days to piece together.The conversation also gets into the serious risks: AI hallucinations that have produced entirely fabricated case citations in actual court filings, judges who have warned attorneys of sanctions for relying on AI-generated legal research without verification, and why your own search history could be subpoenaed and used against you in discovery.Diana also makes the case for why AI will never replace a human attorney. She explains how clients stand to benefit when their attorney uses it well, from financial analysis that once took days now taking minutes, to assisting with routine tasks that no longer run up the billable clock.

86% of Americans agree on something that family court still treats like a fight to the death: equal shared parenting should be the default when parents separate. We unpack why that number matters, why it signals real bipartisan momentum, and how the old “every other weekend” model became a legal trap that sidelines fit fathers through early status quo and financial pressure. If you're staring down a custody dispute, you'll hear exactly where the system is finally bending and where it still resists.We walk through the most important legislative signals right now, including Florida Senate Bill 1128 pushing a mandatory parenting time hearing within 30 days, similar momentum in Pennsylvania House Bill 1499, and why Kentucky's 2018 equal parenting presumption remains the blueprint other states keep copying. We also talk results: Kentucky's divorce rate drop and how removing winner-take-all incentives can reduce scorched-earth custody warfare before it starts.Then we go “ground level” with a major practical win: Colorado House Bill 25-1159 eliminating the notorious 93 overnight cliff in child support guidelines. We explain how the old cliff turned one overnight into thousands of dollars and created the war over Tuesdays, and how a graduated credit model finally makes every overnight count. From there, we follow the money and the lobbying pressure that tries to kill 50/50 custody bills, including the incentives inside the family law litigation industry and the tactics used to keep proof standards low enough to weaponize allegations.We close with a dad-focused strategy you can use immediately: how to document your historical involvement, how to build objective proof with calendars, school and medical logs, work records, and photo metadata, and why you can't wait until papers are filed to protect your role. If this helped, subscribe, share it with a dad who needs it, and leave a rating or review so more fathers can find the show. Being unprepared is how great fathers become weekend visitors. Most ground is lost quietly through "drift" and decisions made under pressure. Stop the drift today at TheDivorcedDadvocate.com.Access your tactical tools:Risk Assessment: Identify your "quiet loss" exposure in 10 minutes.Protection Session: Book a private triage to ensure mistakes don't become permanent.Your kids are counting on you. Support the show

Send us Fan MailArizona just passed the biggest family law change in two decades. The Alec and Lydia Act reshapes how family court handles domestic violence, coercive control, and child custody, requiring judges to document specific findings before granting parenting time. Billie Tarascio sits down with Hope Hooton, the child safety advocate behind the law, to talk about what failed, what changed, and what it means for Arizona families facing abuse.Hope Hooton is a child safety advocate, author, and podcast host, and the founder of The Alec and Lydia Act. In May 2024, her two children, Alec and Lydia, were murdered by their father during court-ordered parenting time, after a family court granted 50/50 unsupervised custody despite documented lethality risk markers. She turned that loss into landmark legislation now making Arizona one of a small number of states to recognize coercive control in custody decisions.What you will learn:- How Arizona family court granted unsupervised custody despite an order of protection- Why judges are now required to write specific findings in temporary orders- What coercive control is and why it qualifies as a lethality risk- How domestic violence against a partner signals danger to children- The lethality indicators that family courts often overlook- Why Arizona leads the country in family court filicide cases- How the Alec and Lydia Act differs from Cadence Law- What changed in the legislation after concerns about false allegations- Why mental health did not make it into the final bill- How child safety first laws are reducing harm in other states- What this law means for victims afraid to leave abusive relationshipsChapters: 00:00 Introduction to Hope Hooton and Legislative Changes 03:07 Hope's Personal Experience with Family Court 05:50 The Impact of Court Decisions on Children 08:39 The Tragic Outcome and Legislative Response 11:05 Creating the Alec and Lydia Act 13:54 Differences Between Alec and Lydia Act and Cadence Law 16:39 Challenges and Cultural Shifts in Family Court 19:33 Lethality Risks and Child Safety 22:13 Future Legislative Goals and Community SupportConnect with Hope Hooton:Email: hopeinthepain@gmail.comSocials: Hope In The PainPodcast: Voices Against FilicideBook: There's Still Hope: A Journey of Adversity, Tragedy, and Unshakable Faith (available on Amazon in ebook, softcover, and Audible)

⚠️ How to Avoid an Unfair Financial Settlement During Divorce | Los Angeles Divorce ⚠️ One of the biggest mistakes people make during divorce is signing an agreement before fully understanding the financial consequences. A fair settlement starts with complete financial disclosure, careful review of all assets and debts, and properly structured agreements that protect both parties moving forward.

In International Partners for Ethical Care v. Ferguson, the Supreme Court has been asked to review a Washington law that delays notification and reunification of a runaway child with his or her parents if that child claims to be receiving or requests gender-affirming treatment. The lower courts found that a group of parents (including one with a child who had run away before) lacked standing to challenge this law. The parents' petition to the Supreme Court will go before the Justices at an upcoming conference. Join us for a litigation update about this case and its broader implications for standing doctrine particularly in the context of parental rights and gender transition. Featuring: --R. Shawn Gunnarson, Shareholder, Kirton McConkie --Prof. Derek Muller, Professor of Law, Notre Dame Law School --(Moderator) Prof. Teresa Collett, Professor and Director, Prolife Center, University of St. Thomas School of Law

Send us Fan Mail**Content warning: this episode contains discussion of domestic and sexual abuse and child removal see below for support links***This is the second in a two-part series, produced in partnership with the non-profit organisation Right to Equality, where we look into the shocking subject of child removal in private family proceedings in England and Wales. Today we dive deeper into how these cases have arisen in our family justice system and  deep dive into the impact of experts in these cases. I'm joined by Dr Adrienne Barnett, Reader in Law at Brunel University of London and Co-Director of Right to Equality, and; Natalie Page, advocate, campaigner and Director of Survivor Family Network and author of a soon to be released book “The System Is The Weapon”. To learn more about the work of Right to Equality and read real life reporting from the family courts visit: www.righttoequality.org SupportI provide free weekly online group support sessions. You can find more about the Divorce Coach sessions here.For victims and survivors of abuse in England and Wales information on your legal options is available via: www.flows.org.uk and find out about support via he 24 hour domestic abuse helpline or via the 24 hour sexual violence helpline.For safe parents of children who have disclosed child sexual abuse help is available via We Stand.   For more information and resources, see my website available here: https://saradavison.com/Support the showFind more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/Follow me on social media►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoachTwitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/

What happens when you've spent so many years prioritizing everyone else's needs that you no longer know what you want?In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kelly Kessler sits down with Certified Family Law Specialist and divorce attorney Diana Romanov to discuss the emotional realities of divorce, self-abandonment, identity loss, and rebuilding your life after a relationship ends.Drawing from both her professional expertise and personal experience with divorce, Diana shares what she sees most often in women navigating separation: difficulty advocating for themselves, fear of hurting others, staying in unhappy relationships for the children, and making major decisions from guilt, exhaustion, or emotional overwhelm.In this episode, we discuss:• Why many women lose touch with what they truly want• The connection between self-abandonment and unhealthy relationship dynamics• Signs you may be staying in a relationship that no longer serves you• How divorce impacts children—and common misconceptions parents have• Why people-pleasing can lead to costly legal and financial mistakes• The emotional challenges of navigating custody, support, and asset division• How to advocate for yourself without becoming consumed by conflict• Practical steps to make empowered decisions during divorceWhether you're considering divorce, currently navigating one, or simply trying to reconnect with yourself after years of putting everyone else first, this conversation offers both practical wisdom and compassionate insight.Connect with Diana Romanov:https://www.romanovlaw.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/romanovska/https://www.facebook.com/FamilyLawCaliforniahttp://www.youtube.com/@Diana-RomanovConnect with Kelly:Ready to go deeper?If this episode resonated, start with my free Self-Abandonment Audit — a powerful first step to uncover where you may be putting everyone else first, overriding your needs, or talking yourself out of what you know is right for you.Get the audit here:⁠https://drkellykessler.com/selfaudit⁠Ready for more support? The Self-Respect Reset is my 4-week self-paced course designed for women who know what they need but struggle to follow through. You'll learn how to navigate guilt, build self-trust, create healthier boundaries, and stop abandoning yourself in the moments that matter most.Learn more here:⁠https://drkellykessler.com/selfrespectreset⁠Looking for personalized support? The Self-Loyalty Mentorship is for the woman who is ready to stop second-guessing herself, stay true to what she knows, and build the capacity to hold her boundaries and decisions with confidence even when it's uncomfortable.Learn more here:⁠https://drkellykessler.com/selfloyaltymentorship⁠Website:https://drkellykessler.com/Socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/drkellykessler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drkellykessler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkellykessler