What are common misconceptions about sexual assault? What does sexual assault really look like? What can you do when you have been assaulted or know someone who has experienced sexual assault? As April is Sexual Assault Awareness month, this episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcasts focuses on signs of, preventive measures for, and proper responses to sexual assault. We hear from Tia Manning and Nick Zadina who work with victims of sexual assault; they share their experiences and expertise on a topic that, unfortunately, is clouded with misconception.

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Nebraska Coalition website: https://www.nebraskacoalition.org

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Sexual Assault Help: https://sexualassaulthelp.org

National Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org

What is a trust account and how exactly do they work? There a number of important aspects to consider when it comes to trust accounts, as they can protect you and your assets in so many different ways.  Tracy and Susan break down trust accounts in this podcast - what they are, how to use them, and how they benefit you. 

Learn more about trust accounts with our team at Hightower/Reff Law at www.hrlawomaha.com. 

What is law school really like? What is the perception of law school compared to the reality of law school? This episode focuses on what you can expect as a first, second-, and third-year law student. Susan sits down with two current Creighton law students, Allison and Amit, as they discuss expectations as a law student, workload, and Quimby! This episode dives into what you can expect from the bar exam, what kinds of questions professors like to ask, and how the current pandemic has affected law firms and law students.

Learn more about the attorneys at Hightower/Reff Law and how they can help you at www.hrlawomaha.com! 

What is a law clerk and what kind of benefits can you find working as a law clerk? This episode dives into law clerk certification, “big law,” traditional students compared to non-traditional students, and how to find a balance between working at a law firm and your personal life.

Susan is joined by two current Hightower Reff Law law clerks, Allison and Amit, who share their experiences joining the HRL team and all the perks that go along with being a law clerk at Hightower Reff Law along with the struggles they’ve encountered.

Contact the Lady Lawyer League for legal services today at www.hrlawomaha.com. 

Have you ever wondered why we change our last names when we get married? Or what happens if we get divorced? The Lady Lawyer League breaks down the history of name changes and the legal process for keeping or changing your name after a divorce. 

For legal counsel and additional questions the Lady Lawyer League is always happy to talk with you at Hightower/Reff Law! Contact us at www.hrlawomaha.com! 

So, you’ve been arrested and now you’re sitting in jail. What next? This episode features an in-depth discussion about how far your constitutional rights go when you’re sitting behind bars, what to remember after you’ve been “booked,” and debunking common myths about what you can and can’t do throughout the booking process and exactly how bonds work!

Talk to one of our associates at Hightower/Reff Law today at www.hrlawomaha.com! 

What should you actually do if you’re about to get arrested? Where does “movie” reality end and your real-life rights begin? From myths about Miranda Rights to favorite amendments and everything between, in this episode Susan and Erin breakdown what you can and can’t do during a police stop as well as what you should and should not do when cooperating with police.

This episode features a profile on one of Hightower Reff Law’s own associate attorneys, Tara Wrighton. Tara has been with Hightower Reff Law for over three years and recently just returned from maternity leave! In this episode, she discusses how she came to work in the profession, the exciting experiences she’s gained over the years working in law, and how she recently participated in a magic show!

This episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcast features Brent Rasmussen from Mortgage Specialists, LLC. Brent provides insight into mortgages as they relate to divorce as well as the importance and value of education in the mortgage world.

If you need counsel for your divorce or separation, speak with an attorney at Hightower/Reff Law today at www.hrlawomaha.com! 

Watch the Mortgage Specialists Youtube Channel Divorce Loan Playlist

Learn more about: 

Hiring a Divorce Mortgage Specialist

Your Escrow Account and Divorce

Divorce Support: Helping a Friend Through Their Divorce

Assembling Your Divorce Team

Divorce Loans - Why Wait?

Divorce Financial Neutral

Refinancing During a Divorce

Home Ownership After Divorce

Divorce Loans: Making the Transition

Step-Parent adoption can be an expensive and tricky legal process to follow. How can you ensure that you know what you need to know before you even start? That’s where this edition of the Lady Lawyer League Podcast comes in. In this episode we cover what happens in the courtroom during a step-parent adoption, plus what and when abandonment can help you in your case.

If you need help with the adoption process, or other legal challenges you're facing, contact Hightower/Reff Law today at www.hrlawomaha.com!