Cordell & Cordell Men's Divorce Podcast

In the first episode of a four-part series, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout discusses how a guy should respond once his wife has told him she is considering divorce.

Divorce takes a lot of men by surprise, and the shock of the situation can lead to many costly mistakes that have ramifications for years. Mr. Trout provides some tips and strategies in those initial days of the divorce process that can help you safeguard your most important assets.

After listening to this episode, you will have a better idea of what lies ahead and will have the knowledge to make informed decisions regarding your divorce.

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Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator Will Halaz joins CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout for a discussion regarding the initial steps men need to take when they are considering divorce.

The early days of the divorce process are often clouded with uncertainty, but the decisions you make during this stage can set the stage for the rest of your case. Mr. Trout and Mr. Halaz explain what guys can do to avoid critical mistakes and help their attorneys as they begin this challenging process.

Topics discussed include the first steps to prepare when considering divorce (1:50); what to bring to the initial consultation (3:45); the importance of honesty in an attorney-client relationship (5:00); whether or not you need to be certain you want a divorce when you first meet with an attorney (6:23); non-legal tips when preparing for divorce (7:03); what type of lawyer you should look for (8:45); how to tell your children about your divorce (12:10); why you shouldn’t move out of the house during your divorce (14:15); whether guys be concerned if they are the family’s sole breadwinner (17:40); the factors that determine whether a guy should move out during divorce (19:50); mistakes to avoid leading up to filing for divorce (23:27); how dating during divorce can harm your case (27:00); steps to take while your case is pending to ensure a better outcome (30:00); the detriments of bad divorce tips from friends (32:06); and more.

As soon as you realize there is a chance your marriage might be headed for divorce, it is in your best interest to get in touch with a divorce attorney for men as soon as possible so you know what your options are.

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Cordell & Cordell Litigation Partner Kristin Zurek joins CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout for a conversation about how fathers can be the best dads possible in the wake of divorce.

Although fathers are typically allotted less time with their children after divorce than they previously enjoyed, their importance is actually magnified, as kids need support and encouragement as they make their way through this life transition.

They discuss why it is important for dads to be accessible and available to spend time with their children during and after divorce (1:31); why dads should keep a calendar detailing the time they spend with their kids (3:38); tips for getting involved in your children’s routine (7:32); Gameday Coffee’s relationship with Cordell & Cordell in helping fathers come up with purposeful activities with their kids (10:05); the importance of organization when separating personal time and time with your children (13:00); tips for keeping the peace with your ex (15:27); why you should avoid talking about child support and your ex’s finances in front of your children (16:08); how guys can foster a healthy relationship with their ex (17:52); the value of co-parenting resources (19:30); what to do when your child wants to be with their mother during your parenting time (20:54); how to help your child adjust to having two living spaces (21:49); how dads can benefit from a support system within their neighborhood (22:37); how stereotypical gender roles can affect a father’s relationship with his kids (23:19); resources that can help fathers adjust to life as a divorced dad (24:45); the importance of not focusing too much on the material aspect of your relationship with your kids (26:47); and more.

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Cordell & Cordell family law attorneys Rachel Schmidt and Dylan Briggs join CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout to discuss the various factors to consider when modifying alimony or spousal maintenance.

They discuss how alimony and maintenance is calculated (1:30); whether income can be imputed when determining alimony (3:10); the factors to consider when modifying alimony (6:50); what constitutes a “substantial change in circumstances” when modifying alimony (11:16); how child custody factors into alimony determinations (12:16); how alimony can affect your retirement (13:57); how to create self-modifying support orders at the start of the divorce process (15:20); what happens when the receiver of maintenance starts receiving social security payments (17:24); whether or not remarriage results in the termination or reduction of alimony (20:10); how to prove cohabitation for the purpose of reducing or terminating alimony (20:26); medical reasons that could result in a maintenance modification (22:15); how lifestyle choices can impact the court’s decisions regarding alimony (24:50); how to know when to file a motion to modify maintenance (28:09); what your ex needs to prove when asking for an increase in alimony (30:40); how to defend yourself when your ex is asking for an increase in alimony (32:52); the role expert witnesses can play in the modification process (33:53); and more.

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Cordell & Cordell divorce attorneys Rachel Schmidt and Dylan Briggs join CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout to review the ins and outs of contempt and the various ways it can factor into divorce. 

They discuss how states define contempt (1:15); the legal standard for contempt (2:40); whether contempt be intentional (3:28); will contempt go on a person’s criminal record (5:35); penalties for contempt (6:52); will contempt affect child custody (10:35); consequences of failing to follow temporary orders (11:42); the importance of your relationship with your judge (13:05); how to file a motion of contempt and how long the process typically takes (15:10); alternative remedies that provide quicker relief than contempt (21:30); how to prepare for a contempt motion (23:58); reasons to file a motion to modify in tandem with a motion of contempt (28:04); how to defend against a motion of contempt (30:50); the dangers of oral agreements (32:57); unusual cases of contempt (35:05); and more.

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