A House Divided: Practical Tips for Family Law Issues

In this episode of A House Divided Podcast, Author Bradley Craig joins us to talk about his latest book "Between Two Homes". Written for both children and adults living in co-parenting situations, he discusses how to avoid or work through common problems in order to successfully accommodate each family member's needs. Bradley's handbook "Between Two Homes" can be found below.

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Between-Two-Homes-Coparenting-Handbook-ebook/dp/B00NI1KJVI

Website: http://www.childreninthemiddle.com/classes.htm

Facebook: @BetweenTwoHomes

Email:  [email protected]

In this episode of A House Divided Podcast we talk with Director Emily Abt about her latest documentary "Daddy Don't Go", and how Emily uses her films to share stories and perspectives that are otherwise overlooked in the media and in our day to day lives. Emily's critically acclaimed documentary "Daddy Don't Go" can be found several places online, which can be found below.

Emily Abt

Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @emilyabt

Website: https://www.purelandpictures.com/

Daddy Don't Go

Website: http://www.daddydontgothemovie.com

https://www.newday.com/film/daddy-don%E2%80%99t-go

Facebook: @daddydontgothemovie

The struggles of child custody cases can often be overwhelming. In this episode, sister attorneys Alycia Kinchloe and Leonnette Hamilton discuss how gender norms can affect the outcome of custody decisions as well as how it affects career advancement. Leonette shares her personal experience going through a custody battle of her own. Telling of how she was able to successfully negotiate with a judge to construct a plan for her family and how that plan had to change as her family circumstances changed, she provides further insight into remaining calm and keeping one's goals in mind.

In this episode we dispel some of the common myths surrounding social security and disability benefits with my fellow attorney Maria Bermudez. We discuss the process and how difficult it can be to actually get disability benefits for yourself or clients. Maria will also tell us about some of the benefits that many people don't know they are eligible for and so miss out on.  We also discuss how they affect child support and spousal support payments.

Find Maria at: http://mariabermudezlaw.com/

Facebook: Maria Bermudez Law

Email: [email protected]

My good friend Maureen Farrell, Chair of the Solo Committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association and Real Estate attorney joins us on the podcast today. We'll discuss the things you can do to prepare for a situation in which you have to give someone power of attorney, as well as how power of attorney and guardianship can affect custody.

Contact Maureen:

Email: [email protected]

Phone #: 215-642-3586 

Twitter: @maureenfarrell18

http://maureenfarrellaw.com/

Joining blended families can be a sensitive and challenging experience for all parties involved. In her organization The Secret Behind the Step, Sherelle Avery gives a voice to those in blended families and the unique challenges they face. Read her incredible blog here: https://www.thesecretbehindthestep.com/

Uncertainty about immigration status may sometimes prevent a spouse from leaving a marriage.  In this episode, immigration attorney  Carol Williams discusses some of the issues and challenges that arises in these scenarios and also some times about custody. 

Learn more about Carol Williams at www.clwimmigration.com

And find her on IG and twitter at USAVISAGuru

In this episode we speak with PA criminal attorney about how civil protection from abuse orders can have criminal ramifications.  We also discuss violations of those orders and how they may intersect with your pending divorce and/or custody actions.

Learn more about Allyson at www.AttorneyAllyson.com.

Follow her on IG and Twitter @AttorneyAllyson (her videos are great!)

In this episode, Kenneth Johnson, a recruiter and career coach, gives tips and resources for how to jumpstart your career after a significant gap in work.  Kenneth writes for the Forbes Council and also hosts the Career Seeker show on 106.5 FM radio.

Email: [email protected]

www.EastCoastexecutives.com

Check out: https://www.workingmother.com/on-ramping-programs-for-working-moms

Also in this episode:

How to start with a strategy that you become aggressive about.

Understanding how the emotional stress of a divorce can interfere with  your career-seeking process.

Networking tips from Alycia and Kenneth for both in-person and on social media that will deliver results.

When to hire a professional to help you help yourself.

Resources to help you get back into the workforce.

Realtor, Crystal De'Stouet discusses how to choose the best realtor and build a team to help you during/after your separation and divorce.  She gives tips on timelines, getting your house ready, and making yourself as well as your house marketable.  

You can reach Crystal at [email protected].