Best Elise Buie Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #90: Celebrating Our 90th Episode! 20:27

1d ago20:27

20:27

Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath celebrate 90 episodes of the "For Better, Worse, or Divorce" podcast by sharing a few of their favorite recent episodes and what listeners can look forward to in upcoming episodes. The partners also discuss some recent trending family law topics as well as answer some listener questions. If you have enjoyed our podc…

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Episode #89: Fatherhood and Divorce | A Real Client's Journey to the Other Side of Divorce 20:02

16d ago20:02

20:02

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath sits down with a previous client named Mikal to talk about his journey going through a divorce and his experience on the other side. Mikal, who is now a single father and business owner, talks about his experience working with Jake and the Walters Gilbreath firm and his advice for anyone going through a similar exper…

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Episode #88: The Costner & Baumgartner Divorce | Hollywood & Family Law Series 21:58

1M ago21:58

21:58

For our first episode in our "Hollywood & Family Law" series, Managing Partners Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath meet with the firm's Marketing Director Katy Justice to discuss some of the legal intricacies behind the high-profile divorce of Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner. If you have a family law matter you would like to discuss with our …

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Episode #87: Motherhood and Divorce | Interview with Family Law Attorney Elise Buie 31:23

2M ago31:23

31:23

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Elise Buie, founder of the Elise Buie Law Group in Washington, to discuss the differences in Texas and Washington laws as it related to mothers going through the divorce process. Brian and Elise end the episode by answering some listener questions. As mentioned on this episode, Elise Buie has two podcasts, …

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Episode #86: Enforcing Prenups & Postnups 29:39

2M ago29:39

29:39

In this episode, Brian Walters discusses prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and what is enforceable in these agreements. Brian details scenarios where the Texas courts will not likely enforce these agreements and the main reasons they can get busted. Brian ends the episode by answering listener questions. Proving an agreement was not signed volu…

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Maximizing Your Legal Practice and Personal Development with Brita Long 52:05

2M ago52:05

52:05

Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Brita Long. Brita is an attorney and attorney coach who teaches flat fees to other attorneys and more importantly mind set. One of the workshops Brita provides is on our relationship with money. "It ain't about the money" isn't about the knowl…

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Episode #85: THC & Family Law | Interview with Attorney Ryan Kalamaya 22:28

3M ago22:28

22:28

In this episode, Brian Walters talks with Ryan Kalamaya, managing partner of the Kalamaya | Goscha Law Firm in Colorado, on family law cases involving marijuana and how these cases are handled differently between Texas and Colorado. Ryan and Brian discuss how THC usage can affect child custody cases and how the courts have changed in regards to the…

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Breaking Free: Women's Journey to Financial Independence with Sarah Walton 46:41

3M ago46:41

46:41

Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERE This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Sarah Walton. Sarah Walton is a business coach and sales expert who’s been featured on The Today Show, speaks at women’s conferences all over the world and has helped hundreds of women start and grow businesses they LOVE. From growing up in a …

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Episode #84: Understanding Estimated Case Costs 22:54

3M ago22:54

22:54

Retainer fees and cost estimates can be a top concern for many potential new clients and can often cause anxiety for many people going through the family law process. In this episode, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath discuss how the firm's billing structure works depending on the type of case and the conflicts and complexities involved in the case.…

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Episode #83: How To Have A Successful Jury Trial | Jury Trials in Family Law Series 24:10

4M ago24:10

24:10

In the last episode of our Jury Trial in Family Law Series, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath discuss what someone can do to set themselves up for success in a jury trial. The partners discuss the steps in preparing for the jury trial, including witness preparation and the voir dire process. They also discuss why many Texas family law attorneys do n…

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Episode #82: The Jury Selection Process | Jury Trials in Family Law Series 30:51

4M ago30:51

30:51

In the second episode of our Jury Trial in Family Law Series, Jake and Sarah Gilbreath discuss jury selection. Jake and Sarah detail the importance of the jury selection process and how this intricate and strategic step can impartially weigh the evidence and render a fair verdict. Very few attorneys are willing and capable of handling a jury trial …

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Episode #81: Understanding Jury Trials | Jury Trials in Family Law Series 20:55

5M ago20:55

20:55

To kick off the first episode in our Jury Trial in Family Law series, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters discuss the basics of jury trials in family law matters in the state of Texas and how they differ from traditional bench trials. The topics discussed in this episode include the basics of a jury trial, what decisions juries in Texas can and cannot…

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Episode #80: Celebrating Our 80th Episode! 16:50

5M ago16:50

16:50

Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters celebrate the 80th episode of the "For Better, Worse, or Divorce" podcast by sharing a few of their favorite recent episodes and what they are looking forward to in future episodes. The partners also discuss some recent trending family law topics as well as answer some listener questions. If you have enjoyed the las…

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Episode #79: Interview with Licensed Psychologist Dr. Daphny Ainslie 25:54

6M ago25:54

25:54

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with licensed psychologist Dr. Daphny Ainslie to discuss child custody evaluations, including the different types of evaluations and how to file a motion for a child custody evaluation in Texas. Daphny and Brian also detail the types of family law cases where evaluations may be necessary and how the evaluation p…

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Episode #78: Stock Options and Divorce 19:15

6M ago19:15

19:15

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath is joined by the firm's Dallas based partner Ryan Segall to explore the complexities that often come up regarding stock options in a pending divorce case in Texas. Jake and Ryan explore things to consider when dealing with various stock options, including valuation, division and the firm's experience negotiating stoc…

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Episode #77: Updates to the Texas Family Code 2023 22:35

7M ago22:35

22:35

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Raya Jackson, Associate Attorney at Walters Gilbreath, to discuss the recent updates to the Texas Family Code. A few of the changes Brian and Raya discuss include overdue child support and inheritance to electronic signatures, shifts in email address requirements, and even paternity suits without the biolog…

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Navigating Parenthood and a Rural Law Practice with Bridget O'Toole 43:48

7M ago43:48

43:48

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Bridget O'Toole. Bridget is a millennial environmental, land use, municipal and energy lawyer and mom to a 4-year-old son. She opened her own law firm on April 1, 2023 (April Fools Day) in one of New York's most rural counties after leaving a bougie downtown boutique law firm. She’s been p…

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Episode #76: Moving out of the Marital Home | Real Estate In a Divorce Series 20:02

7M ago20:02

20:02

In this episode as part of our Real Estate in a Divorce series, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath address some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the marital home in a Texas divorce. The partners discuss filing temporary orders when the divorce process gets started, situations where they may need to prove if a home is community or sepa…

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Episode #75: Rising Interest Rates and Divorce | Real Estate In a Divorce Series 19:42

8M ago19:42

19:42

In this episode as part of our Real Estate In a Divorce series, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters discuss rising interest rates on family homes and how that can impact a pending divorce. If you are interested in speaking to a member of our legal team on your Texas family law matter, please email us at podcast@waltersgilbreath.com or visit us at www.…

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Avoiding Common Mistakes When Buying or Selling Law Firms with Victoria Collier 46:28

8M ago46:28

46:28

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Victoria Collier. Victoria Collier, Founder and CEO of Quid Pro Quo: Victoria is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the legal industry. In addition to building and selling her own 7-figure law firm, she has been coaching lawyers since 2008 on how to add value to th…

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Revolutionizing Education: Innovations for the Future with Amy Cote 53:55

8M ago53:55

53:55

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Amy Cote. Amy started Think Out because for most organizations prevention is an afterthought. With communication, consistency and execution, employees will perform well as teams that are prepared for the expected and unexpected. Thanks to Amy’s training and experience, she has strong skill…

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Episode #74: Interview with Mortgage Lender Alejandro Juarez | Real Estate In a Divorce Series 29:16

8M ago29:16

29:16

As discussed in the first episode of our "Real Estate In A Divorce" episode, one of the biggest factors divorcing couples face is what to do with the family home and often times, what to do with that home and the mortgage can be a challenge. In this second episode of our series, Ryan Segall is joined by Mortgage Lender Alejandro Juarez to delve dee…

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Building Authentic Connections with Rachel Clar 49:47

9M ago49:47

49:47

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Rachel Clar. Rachel is a divorced lawyer mom, and in deciding to launch a business. She had to first move through a tremendous inner journey of self-discovery and personal growth to develop the courage to take a big chance. As lawyers, we often live our lives based on the model we learned …

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Episode #73: Who Keeps the Family Home in a Divorce | Real Estate In a Divorce Series 21:01

9M ago21:01

21:01

In the first episode in our Real Estate in a Divorce series, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters discuss what happens to the family home in a divorce as they explore the factors that influence the court's decisions under Texas's community property laws. If you are interested in speaking to our legal team on your Texas family law situation, please emai…

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Episode #72: Choosing The Right Law Firm | A Client's Story of Hiring Walters Gilbreath, PLLC 23:17

9M ago23:17

23:17

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath meets with a previous client, Hoyd, who shares his personal journey and offers a candid account of his experience finding the right law firm to represent him. By discussing the attorney-client relationship, Jake and Hoyd offer insights into the important role legal professionals play in assisting their clients throug…

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Empowering Women Through Education with Flora Garcia-Sepulveda 39:28

9M ago39:28

39:28

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda. Flora Garcia-Sepulveda, a founding partner of Woodman & Garcia-Sepulveda and a Certified Family Law Specialist, is an experienced trial lawyer who practices family law exclusively, focusing on diverse financial issues including business valuation, property division …

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Episode #71: "Marriage is About Love, Divorce is About Money" Author Gabrielle Clemens Interview 31:25

10M ago31:25

31:25

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Gabrielle Clemens, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Accredited Estate Planner and author of the book "Marriage is About Love, Divorce is About Money." Gabrielle wrote her book to be a step-by-step guide through the legal and financial aspects of divorce and provides guidance on developing an action plan…

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Understanding Your Finances to Help Your Firm Thrive with Leah Miller 28:08

10M ago28:08

28:08

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Leah Miller. Leah was a litigation paralegal for 13 years, 10 of those years she was a Florida Registered Paralegal. Leah has her MBA from Florida Gulf Coast University in Estero, Florida. Until just recently Leah was the firm administrator and CFO for a personal injury law firm in SW Flor…

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Episode #70: Celebrating Our 70th Episode! 22:08

10M ago22:08

22:08

Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters celebrate the 70th episode of the "For Better, Worse, or Divorce" podcast by sharing a few of their favorite recent episodes and what they are looking forward to in future episodes. The partners also discuss some recent trending family law topics as well as answer some listener questions. If you have enjoyed the las…

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Episode #69: Interview with Immigration and Naturalization Attorney Wendy Whitt 27:59

11M ago27:59

27:59

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Immigration and Naturalization Attorney Wendy Whitt to talk about their experience handling family law cases involving immigration and international issues. Brian and Wendy discuss when a divorce or child custody case can impact a pending immigration status and scenarios where a family law attorney may get …

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Episode #68: Handling Finances In a Divorce (Webinar Recording) 37:52

11M ago37:52

37:52

In this episode, we share our recent virtual webinar regarding finances and divorce. Partners Brian Walters and Ryan Segall answer attendees submitted questions on dividing assets and debts, what to do with the family home and determining spousal support. Brian and Ryan also discuss how to prepare for meeting with an attorney for the first time and…

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The Power of Resilience with Christine Diorio 1:01:40

12M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Christine Diorio. Christine is a survivor! After losing her brother to a drug overdose when she was 23, she married her first husband less than a year later. They were both alcoholics, and yet somehow she managed to go to law school and have 2 kids while they were there. After she started …

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Episode #67: Interview with Family Law Attorney Raiford Palmer 34:02

12M ago34:02

34:02

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Raiford Palmer, Chief Operating Officer and Shareholder of STG Divorce Law in Illinois and author of "I Just Want This To Be Done: How Smart Successful People Get Divorced Without Losing Their Kids, Money and Minds." Brian and Raif discuss some of the more complex scenarios surrounding interstate family law…

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Episode #66: Does It Matter Who Files For Divorce First? 16:53

1y ago16:53

16:53

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Priyanka Bins, Associate Attorney at Walters Gilbreath, to discuss the benefits and cost of being the first to file for a divorce in Texas. Brian and Priyanka discuss the scenarios that they have experienced with clients regarding who should file first, when and where. They also answer some of the most freq…

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Leaving a Legacy with Carmen Rosas 47:49

1y ago47:49

47:49

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Carmen Rosas. Award-winning attorney Carmen, is on a mission to help women get control of their lives beyond the grave. She enlightens them with not only how to protect their legacies but also teaches what, how, and when to protect their assets and legacy. Carmen Rosas, was born and raised…

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Episode #65: Tax Season and Divorce 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

It's that time of year again - tax season. Taxes can often be a common area of concern for recently divorced couples and those with pending divorces. In this episode, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath address some of the most frequently asked questions they receive regarding taxes and how that can impact a divorce case. If you are interested in spea…

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When and How To Ask For Help with Kara McKeage 35:50

1y ago35:50

35:50

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Kara McKeage. Kara McKeage is the founder of Pepper’s Personal Assistants, a sourcing and placement agency for highly vetted personal assistants. With the belief that support is not a luxury, support is a necessity. She is dedicated to helping professional women let go of the shame around …

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Success As a Mom and a Law Firm Owner with Michelle Bomberger 45:43

1y ago45:43

45:43

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Michelle Bomberger. Michelle founded Equinox in 2005 to provide business leaders a more transparent, responsive, and business focused solution for their legal needs. Over the past 17 years, she’s morphed the business model to offer a fixed fee General Counsel Services solution giving busin…

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Episode #64: Interview with Business Attorney Jason Snell | Businesses and Texas Divorces Series 30:25

1y ago30:25

30:25

In this episode as part of our Businesses in Texas Divorce series, Jake Gilbreath sits down with business litigator Jason Snell, founder of the Snell Law Firm in Austin, Texas. Jake and Jason discuss their experience working together in divorce cases when a shared business is involved. If you are interested in contacting Jason Snell regarding a bus…

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Episode #63: What Happens To Your Business in a Divorce | Businesses and Texas Divorces Series 25:03

1y ago25:03

25:03

In the first episode in our "Businesses and Divorce" series, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath discuss what happens when a business is involved in a divorce case in the state of Texas. The partners talk about some of the more complex issues that can come up during these cases, their experience handling these type of situations and provide some gener…

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The Measure of “Success” with Steph Tuss 46:05

1y ago46:05

46:05

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Steph Tuss. Women in particular are burdened with a double edged sword – society tells us that our values are built on being a mother to our children, but it also says we should go out and have a career or business of our own. Raising children and excelling as an entrepreneur at the same t…

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Are Your Clothes Helping You or Hurting You with Melanie Lippman 44:24

1y ago44:24

44:24

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Melanie Lippman. Melanie is an Image Consultant and Personal Branding expert who helps high-powered women in male dominated fields use style to communicate confidence, build connections, and achieve next-level visibility. Navigating the duality of motherhood and building your firm, Elise c…

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Episode #62: What Legal Rights Do Grandparents Have? 25:25

1y ago25:25

25:25

We are seeing an increasing number of grandparents petitioning Texas courts for conservatorships or access to their grandchildren. In this episode, partners Brian Walters and Ryan Segall discuss the legal rights of grandparents, qualifications for grandparents to get awarded visitation rights and their experience handling these types of cases. Bria…

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Unconventionally Starting Your Law Firm with Latrice Latin 36:41

1y ago36:41

36:41

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Latrice Latin. Latrice was a single mother, and law firm owner for over 13 years. She finished law school with one child and had a crazy career ride going from working for a firm to starting her own firm, all while navigating motherhood. Latrice has secured millions in settlements for her …

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Episode #61: "Do I Really Need An Attorney?" 24:18

1y ago24:18

24:18

In this episode, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath discuss some of the benefits of hiring an attorney for a range of family law matters, from prenuptial agreements to modifying a divorce decree. Brian and Jake also address some common scenarios they often see where people initially did not hire an attorney and end up needing one later. Texas cases i…

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Embracing Your Unique Personality with Nishea Clark 42:33

1+ y ago42:33

42:33

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Nishea Clark. Nishea is not a lawyer but the is Founder and Owner of NVC Consulting, LLC market research and strategic planning customized services. Since 2002, NVC Consulting has provided insights and analysis for customers in pharmaceuticals, consumer package goods, media and entertainme…

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Episode #60: Understanding Geographical Restrictions 24:22

1+ y ago24:22

24:22

In this episode, Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath cover geographical restrictions, a court order specifying where a child must reside. They discuss the type of restrictions most commonly used in divorce and custody cases and scenarios where modifications are filed to try to uplift these restrictions. Jake and Brian close out the episode by answerin…

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Episode #59: Common Law Marriages in Texas Courts 27:55

1+ y ago27:55

27:55

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters discuss common law marriages (also known as "informal marriages") in the state of Texas. The partners discuss the legal requirements that have to be met in order to be considered informally married in Texas and their experience handling complex divorce and child custody cases involving these type of…

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Episode #58: A Better Onboarding Process, A Better Experience 19:46

1+ y ago19:46

19:46

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Katy Justice, the Director of Sales and Marketing at Walters Gilbreath, to discuss the intake process and what someone can expect when calling the firm for the first time. Brian and Katy talk about common complaints and concerns they hear from potential new clients as well as how some negative experiences o…

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Joy In the Journey with Bridgette Bennett 44:09

1+ y ago44:09

44:09

This week on Maximum Mom, your host Elise Buie is joined by Bridgette Bennett. Bridgette is the CEO & Founding Attorney at the Bennett Law Center. Bridgette, or Attorney B as clients call her, is a U.S. immigrant. While she will tell you that her immigration story was a positive experience, the same could not be said for her husband's immigration e…

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