A Year and a Day: Divorce Without Destruction

By Jaime Davis

Board-certified family law attorney Jaime Davis and her guests provide information and tips for getting through a separation and divorce without destroying family relationships or finances. From marri... more

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Number 1: We Don't Cry Over Numbers: Finding Financial Clarity in Divorce
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.
July 14, 202633min
Number 2: Episode 13: Taking Care of Yourself During a Divorce
In Episode 13, host Jaime Davis discusses the importance of self-care during the divorce process with fellow family law attorney Lynn McNally. This episode addresses such issues as: What is self-care? Why is self-care important during a divorce? What can you do to ensure you are taking care of yourself during a divorce?
October 04, 201835min
Number 3: Episode 4: Gray Divorce
Episode 4 features special guest Haleh Moddasser, CPA. Haleh is the Senior Vice President and Managing Partner of Stearns Financial Group's Triangle Office, and she has recently published a book entitled Gray Divorce: Silver Linings. In Episode 4, Haleh and host Jaime Davis discuss the concept of Gray Divorce and the different impact divorce after age 50 can have on women versus men. For more information about Haleh, go to http://www.stearnsfinancial.com/team_member/haleh-moddasser/
February 03, 201834min
Number 4: Episode 3: Common Myths Surrounding Separation & Divorce
In Episode 3, host Jaime Davis explores common myths surrounding separation and divorce with her law partner Carrie Tortora. Carrie and Jaime discuss such topics as whether "papers" are required to be legally separated; whether committing adultery means a spouse loses everything; and whether the children get to decide where they live.
January 04, 201834min
Number 5: Episode 2: Mediation
In Episode 2, host Jaime Davis discusses the topic of mediation with fellow family law attorney and mediator Lynn McNally. This episode addresses questions such as: How does mediation work? How much does it cost? Why is mediation beneficial? Are there any downsides to mediation?
December 13, 201738min