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126 Cops and Divorce: Insights from Family Law Attorney and Divorce Survivor Kerrie Droban.


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Our subject for today’s show is divorce. Divorce is far too prevalent in the world of law enforcement, and I have wanted to do a podcast episode about this subject for some time now.

I survived a brutal divorce that lasted over two years and wrote a book about it to help others going through a nasty divorce titled, “Divorced Dad: Kids are Forever, Wives are not.” This book is not full of venom or hate, it is a guide to help those, especially dads, who are navigating the sometimes shark-infested waters of divorce. I used the pen name of L.J. Burke because I was still employed as a cop and didn’t want to deal with the red tape of getting the book approved through the department. 

I felt it would be a good idea to bring on someone with a unique perspective on the subject, Kerrie Droban. Kerrie is also a divorce survivor who now helps others get through their parting of the ways with her family law practice and at one time was married to a homicide detective.

Kerrie Droban received a Master's degree from The Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars and a Master of Fine Arts and Juris Doctorate from the University of Arizona.

In today’s episode we discuss:

·      The reasons for the high rate of divorce among first responders.

·      The warning signs of an impending divorce and sometimes ignoring them, listen to your gut feelings.

·      When should you think about marriage counseling? 

·      Best practices when asking your spouse for a divorce and breaking the news to your children.

·      When is it time to get a divorce lawyer and is it a good idea to share one?

·      Separation and moving out. Dos and don’ts to protect yourself and your kids.

·      Tips on how to soften the damage of divorce on children.

·      Avoid speaking poorly about your soon-to-be ex or their parents to your kids. 

·      When should you reconsider getting a divorce?

·      Self-care during a divorce and avoiding destructive behavior during the process.

·      Co-parenting best tips and practices

·      When should you start dating?

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