Cordell & Cordell Men's Divorce Podcast

Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Dorothy Walsh Ripka break down the role that a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) can play in your child custody case.

A guardian ad litem (GAL) is a person – typically an attorney – appointed by the court who represents the non-legal interest of a minor child in a divorce. Their role is to look at what is in the best interest of your child and help make a recommendation to the court.

While that sounds simple, it can be a complex process as courts tend to put much weight on the GAL’s report, so how you work with a GAL can have an extreme impact on your case.

If you have questions about how to work with a GAL in your case, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Jill Massey walk through what to expect if you are facing a hearing for a temporary protective order and what you can do to prepare.

Temporary protective orders are one of the most abused statutes in all of family law and once issued can have a disastrous impact on your case.

Mr. Trout and Ms. Massey talk about what these orders are, what they do, and what you can do to prepare your defense.

If you are faced with a temporary protective order hearing and need help preparing, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Marcie Patton-Coffman discuss the proper Zoom etiquette guys should follow when making virtual appearances for family law hearings.

Divorce attorneys typically recommend tips when appearing before a judge in-person such as dressing professionally and being sure to act respectfully, but what about when the appearance is conducted virtually? Mr. Trout and Ms. Patton-Coffman cover the steps you need to take to make a good impression even though your hearing is being held virtually.

If you are preparing for a virtual divorce hearing and have any questions or need legal guidance, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Pittsburgh divorce attorney Richard Julius review the role that children can potentially play in the midst of child custody litigation.

Any time a couple with children goes through a divorce or separation, custody is a major issue that must be sorted out. Common questions include whether or not a child can testify during a custody case and whether a child can choose which parent to live with. Mr. Trout and Mr. Julius answer these questions and detail other ways children factor into custody determinations.

If you are going through a child custody case and have questions, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kelly Burris talk about the role that an accounting expert can play in your divorce on the latest episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast.

Although many guys are reluctant to hire one, an accounting expert can be a crucial asset in helping your case. Mr. Trout and Ms. Burris discuss the uses of an accounting expert and whether it might be beneficial to you.

If you are considering hiring an accounting expert to help with your divorce and have questions, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Lisa Karges give tips for how guys can better prepare for evidentiary and testimonial hearings.

Many times, divorce attorneys fail to do their due diligence when preparing clients for these important divorce attorneys and it ends up being a critical detriment to the rest of the case. Mr. Trout and Ms. Karges explain what you can do ahead of time to help ensure you and your attorney are properly prepared.

If you are going through divorce and need help preparing your case, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Boston divorce attorney Andrew Ordyna review the most important financial statements to make sure you file during the divorce process.

There are various financial forms and the procedures for each can vary from state to state. Mr. Trout and Mr. Ordyna define the most common financial statements in family law, explain what you need to know about them, and offer tips for ensuring that you have the forms filled out properly.

If you are going through a family law issue and have any questions regarding filling out financial statements, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Cleveland divorce attorney Carolyn Soeder discuss depositions and how they can be a valuable tool during divorce.

Depositions are essentially one-sided hearings recorded and transcribed by court reporters that can then be used in a multitude of ways through the rest of your divorce case. The deposition gives your divorce attorney a valuable opportunity to gather facts that will be valuable to your case.

Unfortunately, depositions are often underutilized. Mr. Trout and Ms. Soeder discuss why depositions are so useful, how they are best utilized, and how they can help you in your divorce.

If you are going through divorce and have a question about divorce depositions or any other family law issue, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Georgia divorce attorney Adam Sutton explain how the divorce process can sometimes play out differently depending on the community you live in.

It is not often discussed, but many decisions regarding divorce cases are determined by the personal preferences and opinions of local judges, and that can vary widely from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

If you are going through divorce and would like to learn more about the best way to prepare for your case, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell.

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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Baltimore divorce attorney Kumudha Kumarachandran discuss the process of hiring a divorce attorney.

Although the decision to retain a divorce lawyer is often framed as a major expense, many guys end up costing themselves more money by going through the divorce process without legal representation. Having a family law attorney focused on men’s divorce is one of the best investments you can make if you are facing divorce.

If you are facing a divorce and are interested in hiring an attorney to help protect your rights, get in touch with Cordell & Cordell for an initial consultation.

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