Lauren and Chanler’s dad, a family law attorney, returns to share legal wisdom on divorce, prenups, and child support, plus wild stories like chasing stolen goods. They reflect on their LDS upbringing, raising five daughters, and pursuing dreams at any age.

⏱️ Timestamps

[00:00–02:00] 🎙️ Dad’s Return

Listener love brings Dad back.

[02:00–04:00] 💕 Deb’s Friendship

Dad cherishes his 42-year marriage.

[04:00–09:00] 👧 Raising Daughters

Mom’s strictness, faith, and reading shaped success.

[09:00–10:00] ⚖️ Baby Names

Courts don’t block odd names.

[10:00–13:00] 💸 Income Lies

Fight ex’s fraud; ditch shady lawyers.

[13:00–17:00] 🕵️‍♂️ Attorney Choice

Pick specialists, trust gut, watch judges.

[17:00–19:00] 💳 Blocked Accounts

Lawyer up for support orders.

[19:00–21:00] 💼 Post-Divorce Work

Both spouses must work; skills matter.

[21:00–23:00] 😈 Bad Behavior

Affairs rarely affect no-fault divorce.

[23:00–27:00] 👨‍👧 Five Girls

Dad navigated hormones; Mom was strict.

[27:00–30:00] 💔 Divorce Tips

Seek faith, a friend; try saving marriage.

[30:00–33:00] 📈 Impulsive Divorces

More common, but kids suffer.

[33:00–38:00] ⚖️ Law Path

Started law at 30 with three kids.

[38:00–41:00] 🚀 Chase Dreams

Pursue goals at any age.

[41:00–44:00] 📝 Prenups

Fair prenups share future earnings.

[44:00–48:00] 🧗‍♀️ College Days

Lauren’s risky dates; sisters’ server jobs.

[48:00–50:00] 🦅 Daughters’ Paths

All chose bold careers, not law.

[50:00–52:00] 💡 New Careers

Nursing, paralegal, sales for reentry.

[52:00–57:00] 🚨 Wild Tales

Limo attorney; stolen goods chase.

[57:00–59:00] 💰 Greed’s Cost

Hidden assets don’t pay off.

[59:00–01:01:00] 🌟 No Status

Raised valuing love, not pedigree.

[01:01:00–End] 🎤 Sign-Off

Dad’s 25 followers get love.

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