In this conversation, I interview Amy Hale from BMO Wealth Management about the importance of financial control and confidence for women, especially during and after divorce.

Amy shares insights on common financial mistakes women make, the significance of being involved in financial discussions, and the role of financial advisors in empowering women. The discussion emphasizes the need for women to take control of their financial journeys and the importance of building confidence through knowledge and support.

Takeaways

Women often lack a seat at the financial table during divorce.

Financial confidence can decrease significantly for uninvolved women.

Establishing a relationship with a trusted financial advisor is crucial.

Women should understand their overall financial picture, including budgeting and investments.

Isolation can lead to poor financial decisions during divorce.

Choosing the right financial advisor is essential for long-term success.

Emotional decisions can cloud financial judgment in divorce.

Women should evaluate the pros and cons of keeping the marital home versus liquid assets.

Starting to engage with finances can significantly boost confidence!

Reach out to Amy: Amy Hale - BMO Harris

About the Podcast:

Divorce for Wealthy Women features top divorce professionals who share their insights with women navigating the complexities of high-net-worth divorce. Each episode is designed to help listeners protect their lifestyle and financial future - before, during, and after divorce.

Brooke discreetly helps affluent women through divorce by providing financial clarity and support.

Website: ⁠www.summerhillfirm.com ⁠

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Divorce is never easy! Especially when significant wealth, family dynamics, and your children’s future are on the line. In this insightful episode, host Brooke Summerhill welcomes Charles D. Jamieson, a Board-Certified Marital and Family Law attorney with over 40 years of experience. Charlie breaks down the most critical legal changes and strategies that affluent women must understand during divorce.

He explains how recent changes to time-sharing laws affect mothers seeking primary custody, as well as key updates to alimony statutes. He also dives into how assets can be hidden during divorce and what women can do to protect themselves. From practical tips on financial documentation to the value of a strong legal and financial team, Charles shares actionable advice to help you safeguard your future.

Listen now to gain expert legal insight and empower yourself with the tools to navigate your divorce confidently.

Key Topics Covered:

• The impact of new 50/50 time-sharing presumption

• How spouses hide assets and how to find them

• Why a forensic accountant is essential

• Legal consequences of asset concealment

• Ten things divorce attorneys wish clients knew
  

Guest: Charles D. Jamieson

Board Certified in Marital and Family Law

Website: www.cjamiesonlaw.com

Phone: 561-478-0312

Charles D. Jamieson is a highly principled attorney known for his assertive representation and deep commitment to family law. With a practice spanning over four decades and experience consulting on divorce cases across more than 20 states, he is widely respected for his expertise in complex family rights issues. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, he remains a trusted ally to clients navigating the legal challenges of divorce.

About the Podcast:

Divorce for Wealthy Women features top divorce professionals who share their insights with women navigating the complexities of high-net-worth divorce. Each episode is designed to help listeners protect their lifestyle and financial future - before, during, and after divorce.

Brooke discreetly helps affluent women through divorce by providing financial clarity and support.

Website: www.summerhillfirm.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brookesummerhill

Divorce can be an emotional and financial rollercoaster, but the tax implications are often the process's most overlooked and complicated part!! In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of taxes, alimony, child support, and divorce settlements to help you navigate the complexities of life after divorce. Do you know who gets to claim the child tax credits? What about how tax debts are shared post-divorce? We’ve got you covered.

Join Hubert Johnson, a seasoned tax attorney with over 15 years of experience, as he explains the critical tax rules every woman should know during and after divorce. Hubert breaks down the effect of tax reforms on alimony payments, why a solid marriage settlement agreement is crucial, and how to handle tax debts and deductions in shared custody situations. He also covers when it’s time to consult a tax attorney and how to avoid unwanted tax consequences, especially in cases involving bankruptcy.

Whether you’re just beginning the divorce process or dealing with post-divorce financial challenges, this episode offers actionable advice to help you make informed, strategic decisions.

Topics Discussed:

• The impact of recent tax reforms on alimony payments
• Tax filing status options for divorced individuals
• Managing child tax credits and deductions in split households
• Addressing tax debts and joint responsibilities after divorce
• The essential role of tax attorneys in divorce and financial planning

About Hubert Johnson
Hubert Johnson is an experienced tax attorney with a diverse background in tax law and financial planning. He began his tax law career in 2009 and has since led various tax departments, taught tax law, and helped thousands of clients navigate the complexities of the IRS and state tax agencies. Hubert is the founder and owner of Guardian Tax Law, and has saved clients millions of dollars over the years. He is also a sought-after speaker and educator on tax matters.

Hubert was admitted to the Idaho Bar in 2007 and the California Bar in 2008. He holds a law degree from the McGeorge School of Law and graduated summa cum laude from CSU Sacramento.

Connect with Hubert:

• Website | Guardian Tax Law
• LinkedIn | Hubert Johnson

About The Podcast
Divorce for Wealthy Women brings together top divorce professionals to share practical insights tailored to affluent women navigating the complexities of divorce. Hosted by Brooke Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Specialist, and Money Coach, this podcast offers expert advice to help women preserve their lifestyle during and after divorce.

Connect with Brooke Summerhill:

• Website | Summerhill Firm

Have you ever experienced a life-changing revelation that shook you to your core? In this episode, Lora Cheadle, a betrayal recovery expert, opens up about her journey through discovering her husband’s 15-year infidelity, which involved multiple betrayals. What felt like a devastating blow ultimately became the foundation for Lora’s transformative work. Now, she helps others navigate the emotional and psychological aftermath of betrayal and divorce.

Lora shares her deeply personal story of confronting betrayal, grieving lost dreams, and rebuilding her life from scratch. She discusses the unique emotional and identity challenges faced by women in high-net-worth divorces and offers practical, actionable advice for reclaiming confidence and building a new identity. From her five-step "FLAUNT" process to daily strategies for self-care, Lora gives us tools to move from heartbreak to empowerment.

Tune in for inspiring insights on how to turn betrayal into an opportunity for growth and reinvention.

Books by Lora Cheadle
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• The emotional impact of betrayal and how it disrupts your sense of self.
• Why betrayal is more than just infidelity—it’s the breaking of trust and dreams.
• Rebuilding your identity after the “tornado” of divorce.
• Simple yet powerful ways to nurture yourself and regain emotional balance.

• The FLAUNT framework: Find your Fetish, Laugh Out Loud, Accept Unconditionally, Navigate the Negative, and Trust in Your Truth.
• The healing power of laughter and small moments in emotional regulation.
• How to define your own narrative and future after trauma.

Lora Cheadle is a betrayal recovery coach, legal consultant, bestselling author, international speaker, and host of the FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity or Betrayal podcast. As a mentor and guide, Lora specializes in helping women reclaim their confidence, peace, and sovereignty after experiencing betrayal. Whether they choose to stay or leave, her mission is to empower women with the tools and support they need to regain their self-worth and autonomy.

Lora understands the soul-shattering impact of infidelity and helps women transform their devastation into empowerment. Her work is about more than just recovering from betrayal—it’s about reclaiming everything you’ve lost along the way.

Connect with Lora:
Website: loracheadle.com
Facebook: @lora.cheadle
X: @LoraCheadle

Divorce for Wealthy Women connects affluent women with top divorce professionals to provide guidance, support, and tips for maintaining their lifestyle during and after divorce. Hosted by Brooke Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Specialist, and Money Coach, this podcast helps women navigate the financial and emotional complexities of divorce with confidence.

Divorce doesn't have to mean a courtroom battle during the holidays. In today’s episode, family law attorney Sandra Fava explains the powerful alternatives to traditional litigation, such as mediation and collaborative law, that can make navigating a divorce more efficient, cost-effective, and less stressful—especially for high-net-worth individuals. Sandra brings over two decades of expertise and insights into why these options are often game-changers for families.

Whether you're considering divorce or just curious about the process this holiday season, this episode will provide valuable insights into how you can avoid traditional litigation and make the experience less overwhelming.

Topics Discussed:

About Sandra Fava

Sandra Fava is the founder and managing attorney at Fava Law, a family law practice that offers compassionate and effective legal counsel to individuals and families during transitions. Recently recognized as a "Woman to Watch" by Morris & Essex Magazine, Sandra has built a reputation as a skilled negotiator, litigator, and advocate for alternative dispute resolution.

With a career exclusively dedicated to family law, Sandra has represented clients in high-net-worth divorces, child custody disputes, spousal support, property division, and more. She believes in clear, practical advice tailored to her clients' unique needs while providing unwavering support during difficult times. Sandra is committed to offering her clients both strategic counsel and emotional support to navigate the complexities of family law.

Prior to founding Fava Law, Sandra was a Partner in the Family Law Department at a national Am Law 200 firm and Chair of Family Law at a respected regional firm.

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About the Podcast:
This podcast features divorce professionals offering their expert guidance to affluent women navigating divorce. Hosted by Brooke Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Specialist, and Money Coach, the podcast provides tips to help high-net-worth women maintain their lifestyle during and after divorce.

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The holiday season often acts as a catalyst for individuals to reconsider their relationship and contemplate divorce. The added stress of family gatherings, financial strain, and heightened emotions can lead people to evaluate their marriages more critically. For some, the end of the year marks a time for reflection and change, and they may decide to move forward with divorce once the new year begins. This is where Sandra Fava comes on to talk about the holidays and divorce!

Divorce doesn't have to mean a courtroom battle. In today’s episode, family law attorney Sandra Fava explains the powerful alternatives to traditional litigation, such as mediation and collaborative law, that can make navigating a divorce more efficient, cost-effective, and less stressful—especially for high-net-worth individuals. Sandra brings over two decades of expertise and insights into why these options are often game-changers for families.

Whether you're considering divorce this holiday season or just curious about the process, this episode will provide valuable insights into how you can avoid traditional litigation and make the experience less overwhelming.

Topics Discussed:

About Sandra Fava

Sandra Fava is the founder and managing attorney at Fava Law, a family law practice that offers compassionate and effective legal counsel to individuals and families during transitions. Recently recognized as a "Woman to Watch" by Morris & Essex Magazine, Sandra has built a reputation as a skilled negotiator, litigator, and advocate for alternative dispute resolution.

With a career exclusively dedicated to family law, Sandra has represented clients in high-net-worth divorces, child custody disputes, spousal support, property division, and more. She believes in clear, practical advice tailored to her clients' unique needs while providing unwavering support during difficult times. Sandra is committed to offering her clients both strategic counsel and emotional support to navigate the complexities of family law.

Prior to founding Fava Law, Sandra was a Partner in the Family Law Department at a national Am Law 200 firm and Chair of Family Law at a respected regional firm.

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About the Podcast:
This podcast features divorce professionals offering expert guidance to affluent women navigating divorce. Hosted by Brooke Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Specialist, and Money Coach, the podcast provides tips to help high-net-worth women maintain their lifestyle during and after divorce.

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Divorce can be an incredibly challenging experience, especially when navigating the complexities of a high-net-worth divorce. In this episode, Jamie Berger and Sarah Jacobs, co-founders of the esteemed Jacobs Berger family law practice, share their expert advice on how friends and family can effectively support a loved one during this difficult time—without overstepping boundaries or complicating the legal and emotional process.

Jamie and Sarah, both seasoned family law professionals, delve into the critical role that loved ones can play in providing support. They offer actionable insights on how to help with organizing financial documents, when to bring in outside professionals, and how to maintain healthy boundaries throughout the divorce. They also caution against common pitfalls, such as offering unsolicited legal advice or pushing a particular lawyer, and explain how these well-meaning actions can unintentionally add stress.

This episode is packed with invaluable advice for anyone supporting someone going through a high-net-worth divorce—or for those experiencing one themselves. By the end of this conversation, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to provide the right kind of support while respecting both emotional and legal needs.

Key Topics Discussed:

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How much of your digital life could impact your divorce? In this insightful episode, Jonathan Steele, a divorce and family law partner at Beerman, dives into the intricacies of complex divorce cases, emphasizing the crucial intersection of cybersecurity and asset protection.

Listeners will learn essential strategies for securing communication with their legal team, implementing robust cybersecurity measures, and being aware of shared digital access with a spouse. Jonathan also addresses privacy concerns in high-profile divorces, advocating for data removal services to safeguard personal information. He concludes with practical advice on making small, consistent changes to enhance cybersecurity and privacy throughout the divorce process.

Key Points:

Jonathan D. Steele is a highly regarded family law attorney known for his strategic approach to sensitive family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and paternity. His practice is distinguished by a holistic approach that prioritizes both the personal and digital safety of his clients.

This podcast features esteemed divorce professionals sharing invaluable insights tailored for women navigating divorce. Our mission is to equip affluent women with practical tips to maintain their lifestyle during and after divorce.

Hosted by: Brooke Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Specialist, and Money Coach, dedicated to discreetly assisting high-net-worth women with their financial concerns during divorce.

Do you feel like your marriage is a shadow of what it once was? Are you contemplating divorce but feeling paralyzed by indecision and fear of regret? This episode guides you to finding a clear, realistic path to true happiness.

In this episode, we’re joined by Sharon Pope, a certified Master Life Coach specializing in helping midlife women navigate their complex marital challenges. Sharon offers insightful perspectives on why contemplating divorce can be a crucial step, even for those deeply committed to their marriage vows. She emphasizes the importance of setting healthy boundaries and not allowing the "till death do us part" vow to trap you in a detrimental relationship.

We dive into practical strategies for assessing whether your marriage can be revived, how to engage in productive arguments, and ways to achieve a peaceful divorce if that's the right path for you. Sharon also shares her expert tips on transforming your marriage into a more fulfilling partnership through conscious effort.

Tune in to gain valuable advice on maintaining your lifestyle and emotional well-being during and after a divorce. Listen now to shift your perspective on marriage and divorce.

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Facing financial transitions, such as divorce or the loss of a spouse, can be daunting. However, with the right support and guidance, achieving financial stability and confidence is entirely possible!!

In this episode, Jennifer Lee, a seasoned financial advisor, therapist, and advocate, shares her expertise in guiding women through these complex financial changes. Jennifer discusses the crucial role financial advocates play in helping clients comprehend their financial situations, manage emotional stress, and secure equitable settlements. She underscores the value of a robust support network—including advisors, attorneys, and therapists—to navigate these challenging times effectively.

Jennifer also provides targeted advice for non-monied spouses seeking financial independence and the importance of assembling a comprehensive team. She shares inspiring success stories of women who have navigated their financial transitions with minimal conflict and maximum efficiency.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into balancing emotions and finances, and discover strategies to handle significant financial changes with confidence.

Topics Discussed:

The role of financial advocates during transitions like divorce

How financial advocates can help manage emotional turmoil

Strategies to overcome overwhelm

Building a supportive team and gathering essential data

The importance of negotiating and understanding marital assets

About Jennifer Lee:

Jennifer Lee’s journey into financial advising began in her youth, when she accompanied her father to appointments and his office, where she learned the importance of dedication and client-focused values. Now the Founding Partner of Modern-Wealth, LLC, and an Investment Advisor Representative at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., Jennifer specializes in guiding clients through significant financial transitions, including divorce, widowhood, business transactions, retirement, inheritance, and remarriage. Her goal is to provide independent analysis, strategic planning, and expert guidance through complex financial landscapes.

Jennifer is the author of “Squeeze The Juice,” a guide that combines her personal and professional experiences to inspire readers to achieve their best selves.

Connect with Jennifer Lee:

Website

About The Podcast:

This podcast features leading divorce professionals offering advice tailored for affluent women. The aim is to provide actionable tips to help maintain lifestyle and financial stability during and after divorce.

Hosted by Olivia Brooke Summerhill, a Certified Financial Planner, Divorce Specialist, and Money Coach, the podcast addresses financial questions specific to high-net-worth women undergoing divorce.

Connect with Olivia Brooke Summerhill:

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