Best Leh Meriwether Podcasts (2024)

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246 - Understanding Family Violence Protective Orders 43:47

1M ago43:47

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Family Violence Protective Orders are issued by judges in order to address allegations of stalking, harassment and violence between specific individuals. The process has unique and fast-paced rules you must understand if you find yourself involved in such a case. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family l…

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245 - Everything you need to know about the Divorce Process 44:36

1M ago44:36

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Divorces don’t just happen, and navigating divorce processes and procedures can be incredibly challenging. From filing requirements, to service of process, to settlement negotiation and strategy, there is a lot to think about and accomplish in order to avoid an unfortunate outcome. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the D…

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244 - 10 Tips for a Healthy Holiday 44:49

1M ago44:49

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Holidays can be stressful in the best of times, but during or after a divorce they can become emotional mine fields! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discusses 10 tips to help ensure that you and your family experience a happy, healthy, and conflict-free holiday…

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243 - Tips for Your Uncontested Divorce 44:18

1M ago44:18

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Are uncontested divorces real? Absolutely! But “uncontested” is not the same thing as “amicable.” To have an uncontested divorce you need to be in agreement with your spouse on all matters related to the divorce. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discusses tips y…

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242 - Information you Need to Know About Asset Division in Divorce 45:17

2M ago45:17

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One of the 4 Core Areas of divorce, Asset Division is often more complicated than people think. Failure to identify all of the marital assets, protect pre-marital and separate assets, or include the correct settlement language in a divorce settlement agreement, and the mistake could cost you dearly! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio you will he…

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241 - When Should I Tell My Spouse I Am Filing for Divorce? 45:12

2M ago45:12

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There may never be a good time to tell your spouse you are filing for divorce, but there are definitely right ways and wrong ways! A poor decision related to how you tell your spouse about a pending divorce action could have long lasting consequences that interfere with your ability to avoid messy litigation. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio y…

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240 - Important Questions and Answers About Divorce and Family Law 45:10

2M ago45:10

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In this episode of Divorce Team Radio you will hear Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, explore complex questions about divorce and other family law matters. Listening to the issues faced by others has two primary benefit: it helps you deal with similar issues in your case, and it also help you more ge…

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239 - How Should I Tell the World That I Am Divorcing? 44:58

2M ago44:58

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You may want to tell the entire world about your divorce, but the manner in which you handle the public announcement can have serious effects on your divorce case. If you handle it the wrong way it could interfere with settlement, or even be used against you in court hearings and trials! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio you will hear Todd Orst…

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238 - Questions and Answers Related to the 4 Core Areas of Divorce 44:55

3M ago44:55

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Q&A sessions are powerful tools that explore important divorce issues. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, answers questions related to the 4-Core divorce issues – Custody, Child Support, Alimony, and Equitable Division of Property.…

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237 - 25 Vital Post Divorce Tips 43:14

3M ago43:14

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How many useful tips regarding the things you MUST think about AFTER your divorce can you fit into one show? In this episode of Divorce Team Radio the answer is 25! Listen as Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, offers vital information you need to ensure a successful post-divorce!…

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236 - How Your Behavior in the Marriage Can Impact Your Divorce 44:26

3M ago44:26

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In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, continues his discussion about behavior that can cause parties to divorce by examining how evidence of that behavior is regularly used in divorce actions.By Meriwether & Tharp, LLC

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235 - Why Divorce Happens - 9 Common Behaviors That Lead to Divorce 44:55

3M ago44:55

44:55

Over the last 25 years the attorneys at Meriwether & Tharp, LLC have represented thousands of clients in divorce actions, and while every case is unique, it is clear that certain behavior can push couples towards divorce. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discuss…

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234 - 8 Tips for Your Initial Conference with a Divorce Attorney 44:44

3M ago44:44

44:44

Preparation is important when you meet for the first time with your divorce attorney! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discusses how to prepare for and make the most of your initial divorce attorney conference.By Meriwether & Tharp, LLC

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233 - Do You Really Want Your Day in Court? 44:33

5M ago44:33

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1. Are you are determined to present your divorce case to a judge? Are you confident that the judge in your divorce case will understand and take your side? In this episode of Divorce Team Radio, listen as Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether & Tharp, LLC, explores the benefits and potential pitfalls associated with…

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232 - Prove It! 44:52

5M ago44:52

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In Divorce and Family Law cases it is not just what you say that counts – it is what you can PROVE that matters most! Judges in divorce cases rely on evidence, and in this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discusses why it is vital to gather, organize and present evidenc…

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231 - Is Divorce Your Only Option? 45:02

5M ago45:02

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Annulment, Separate Maintenance and Postnuptial Agreements, oh my! in this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discusses possible alternatives to filing for divorce. In the show Todd explores a few ways to address issues relating to custody, support, and property division,…

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230 - Gender Bias in Divorce and Custody Cases 44:46

5M ago44:46

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Do statutes and case law favor one gender over another? Do judges presiding over divorce and custody cases base their rulings on gender? In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, considers these questions and more as he analyzes the true impact of gender in divorce and f…

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229 - How and When Should You File for Divorce 45:01

5M ago45:01

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Start your divorce the wrong way and it could put you at a serious disadvantage. You must consider how and when to file your divorce in order to protect your finances and custody rights. In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, shares his thoughts about issues like timi…

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228 - Common Misconceptions About Divorce 45:04

5M ago45:04

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There are many different opinions about divorce issues, but not all advice is good advice! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio you will hear Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, explain some very common misconceptions people have about issues like adultery, alimony and property division in a divorce.…

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227 - Divorce: Why Details Matter 44:46

6M ago44:46

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Information and details are incredibly important in a divorce. As a general rule, the more you have the more protected you will be! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, discusses why the discovery and use of detailed information relating to your case will help guara…

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226 - Ways to Protect Your Separate Property 44:52

6M ago44:52

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If you brought separate property into your marriage, make sure you know how to protect those separate assets in a divorce! In this episode of Divorce Team Radio Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family Law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, offers tips on how to protect separate and non-marital assets, and to NOT do things that could damage or d…

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225 - Divorce and Mortgage Refinancing with Expert Ryan Jacobs 45:20

6M ago45:20

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Listen to Divorce Team Radio as Todd Orston, Partner at the Divorce and Family law firm of Meriwether &Tharp, LLC, explores divorce and mortgage refinancing with Atlanta mortgage expert Ryan Jacobs of Homespire Mortgage. Ryan and Todd discuss mortgages, refinancing, and the 6 Tips you MUST know if mortgage refinancing is a requirement in your divor…

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224 - Thanks for The Memories 44:52

2+ y ago44:52

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In this show, Leh starts off with an announcement that is both happy and sad all at the same time. Then Leh and Todd discuss resources to help save your marriage if it is in the middle of a crisis; to help you improve your marriage; to help you prepare for your next marriage; and to help you improve your communication skills. They explain how to li…

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223 - Painting a Picture of What to Expect at Mediation 44:56

2+ y ago44:56

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In today's show, Leh and Todd discuss Mediation, how it is structured, who is involved, why it is so valuable, and how to prepare for it. If you would like a transcript of this show, you can find it on our website. If you are enjoying the show, please take a moment to post a positive review about it. Not sure how? You can read about it here.…

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222 - Bankruptcy, tax, and custody Q&A's 44:51

2+ y ago44:51

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In this show, Leh and Todd take on a variety of questions on different topics surrounding divorce and custody cases. The questions they take on include: Can my ex get out of selling the house by filing for bankrutpcy? Does the opposing party have to file a response with the Court in order to get a Court date for custody. If I do not file a response…

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221 - Freeing Brittney from Her Conservatorship 44:53

2+ y ago44:53

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Leh and Todd explore what happened in Brittney Spears' conservatorship case and discuss the 'political' discussion that erupted from it. They explain what a Conservatorship is; when is it appropriate to appoint a conservator; review the facts that led up to the original appointment of a conservator and the facts that led up to its dismissal; and fi…

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220 - Answering Questions about Custody, Contempt, Sleeping with One's Lawyer, and More 44:59

2+ y ago44:59

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In this show, Leh and Todd answer a variety of questions dealing with several different topics. The questions they discuss involve: What to do if you and your co-parent live in different states and there is no court order regarding parenting time? When should you file for a motion for contempt to enforce your parenting time? If my ex-wife continued…

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219 - Solving Co-Parenting Dilemmas with Diane Dierks and Dr Rick Voyles 44:31

2+ y ago44:31

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The reason that Leh and Todd do this show is to help people going through difficult times. That includes sharing resources that they believe will help their listeners. In today's show, they interview the co-hosts of the new podcast Co-Parenting Dilemmas. Their podcast takes listener questions and answers them on the show! After Diane and Rick expla…

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218 - How A D.A.I.L.Y. Reminder Can Improve Your Holiday Experience 44:50

2+ y ago44:50

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A divorce can quickly ruin the holidays for you and your children. It is rough. But, there are steps you can take to help create new positive memories for your children rather than nightmares they will never forget. In today's show, Leh and Todd talk about the D.A.I.L.Y. steps you can take to help improve your situation and create positive memories…

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217 - 2021 Halloween Special!!! 45:01

2+ y ago45:01

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It is that time of the year again where Leh and Todd talk about what the undead and monsters can do about their family law problems. To be clear, they both take what they do seriously, but this show is just for fun. This year, they get a visit from an old favorite, Dracula. He is having trouble seeing his grandkids because his daughter's family has…

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216 - Is Alimony only for Women? 44:48

2+ y ago44:48

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Commentary on some recent YouTube videos triggered today's show. The commentator was surprised by the responses women had to a recent award of alimony to Kelly Clarkson's soon to be ex-husband. In this show, Leh and Todd discuss alimony. They explore how it is gender neutral as written (in Georgia, at least), but often it is not gender neutral in a…

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215 - 8 Tips to Create Room for an Amicable Divorce 44:55

2+ y ago44:55

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Leh and Todd discuss eight simple tips to help create room for an amicable divorce. Not all the steps are easy, but they are simple. The steps they include: Learn how to speak “respectfully” Give each other “space” when sharing common spaces in the home Consider alternate sleeping arrangements Respect your spouse’s safe haven Respect your spouse’s …

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214 - Q&A - How do you navigate the divorce process without income? 44:50

2+ y ago44:50

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Leh and Todd came across a question that had many layers. These layers ran deeper than just the question on the surface. So, they decided to spend most of the show breaking it down. Here is the question they tackled - How can I file for and successfully navigate the divorce process when I don't currently have income? I am a full time college studen…

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213 - Knowing The Rules of Evidence so the Judge Rules In Your Favor - Part 2 44:47

2+ y ago44:47

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Leh and Todd finish up their review of the Rules of Evidence. In particular, they focus on the exceptions to the hearsay rule. While these rules can get complicated, they take their time to present them in an understandable way. If you can't survive an 'objection' to your evidence, the Judge won't be able to consider it. If you would like a transcr…

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212 - Knowing The Rules of Evidence so the Judge Rules In Your Favor 44:57

2+ y ago44:57

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Leh and Todd take on the rules of evidence. More specifically, they discuss the exceptions to the hearsay rule. Hearsay is somewhat straightforward: It is an out of court statement that goes to the truth of the matter asserted. What makes this simple rule complicated are all the exceptions to this rule. In order to properly introduce your evidence …

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211 - You Want to Avoid Hearing this in Court: "I Object" ... Understanding the Rules of Evidence 44:52

2+ y ago44:52

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Leh and Todd spend some valuable time explaining the rules of evidence, where they come from, why they are there, and how they can seem complicated. When you know the purpose behind the rules of evidence and how they have been developed over time, it is much easier to understand them when you try to apply them in Court. Even if you are represented …

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210 - The Four Kinds of Evidence That Will Help You Win Your Trial 44:41

2+ y ago44:41

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In this show, Leh and Todd discuss the four primary forms of evidence that you can present at trial. If you cannot introduce evidence in your trial, then there is a high likelihood that you will not win. If you cannot settle your case, then it is extremely important that you know what evidence you will need to win and how to introduce it into the c…

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209 - Even More Divorce Strategies that do NOT work! 44:51

2+ y ago44:51

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As a follow up to the last show, Leh and Todd talk about more divorce strategies that do NOT work. Over the years, they have seen many attempts by people to 'pull a fast one' on them. They share what they have seen, what does not work and why. Examples include: Blasting "your story" to others - Social Media; text messages; emails Filing a TPO with …

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208 - Divorce Strategies that do NOT work! 44:48

2+ y ago44:48

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Leh and Todd dive into divorce strategies that do NOT work and explain why they do not work. While some folks think these things are a good idea, what they often do not realize is that most lawyers have been trained to spot these strategies and how to counter them. The strategies they know typically fail include: Having no strategy at all Stop work…

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207 - How to Mediate a High Conflict Dispute with Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. 45:25

2+ y ago45:25

45:25

Bill Eddy comes back on the show to share his newest book, Mediating High Conflict Disputes. One could say that this book has been in the works for a couple decades. Bill and his co-author, attorney Michael Lomax share what works and doesn't work when mediating a case with a High Conflict Personality. Their book is a game changer for those who want…

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206 - Debunking 21 Divorce Myths 44:22

3y ago44:22

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After taking countless questions over the years, Leh and Todd identified several misconceptions, or myths, the people often have about divorce. So, they decided to tackle 21 divorce myths that they often hear from people considering a divorce. If you would like a transcript of this show, you can find it on our website. If you are enjoying the show,…

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205 - Why are the Gates and more older people divorcing? 44:49

3y ago44:49

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With Leh and Todd today are Carol Hughes and Bruce Fredenburg for a repeat appearance are the authors of the book: Home Will Never Be the Same: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce. Carol and Hughes discuss the Gates divorce, what may have lead up to it, and what kind of advice would they give to their adult children if they came to them for …

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204 - The 4 Truths That Exist in Every Courtroom 44:53

3y ago44:53

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In this show, Leh and Todd talk about the Four Truths that exist in every courtroom in a divorce or family law case. And, they break down the 6 things you can do to make sure that your truth is the one that is the one that the Court accepts. The 4 truths are: Your truth, Your spouse's truth, The actual truth, and The only truth that matters - what …

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203 - Answering More of Your Family Law Questions 44:41

3y ago44:41

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In this show, Leh and Todd answer more of your family law questions. The questions they answer include: What do I do to get this situation handled and get this woman away from me? Can I get my domestic violence charges dropped since it's been seven years ago and I've never been convicted of any of them? Can copies of medical records left behind by …

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202 - Answering Your Family Violence Questions 44:53

3y ago44:53

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In this show, Leh and Todd dedicate a whole show to family violence questions, something they had never done before. The questions they tackle include: If I filed a TPO but haven't heard from courts yet, do I have to respond to the abuser? Can I get an order of protection if I do not know my husband's current address? Why would a divorce judge igno…

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201 - Answering Child Custody Questions 44:49

3y ago44:49

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In this show, Leh and Todd take on more questions that are focused on child custody issues. The questions they tackle include : Can I leave GA with my 2 kids to get away from my emotionally and mentally abusive husband? What is the most likely response from a superior court judge when a temp order has been broken during a divorce? How likely can a …

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200 - What is Financial Infidelity and Why is it a Problem? 44:47

3y ago44:47

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A recent commissioned survey found 4 out of every 10 U.S. adults that are married, in a civil partnership or otherwise living together are keeping a major money secret from their current partner. In this show, Leh and Todd discuss the surprising results of this study. They explore why people commit 'financial infidelity' and why it is such a big pr…

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199 - What Are Common Experts Used In Divorce Cases? 44:50

3y ago44:50

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Experts can be used to not only help win a case, but also to simplify complicated issues to help parties settle their case. In this show, Leh and Todd break down the experts that you commonly see in a divorce case. They explain the type of experts that you can hire in child custody disputes, asset disputes, as well as in child support and alimony d…

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198 - Taking on Divorce and Child Custody Questions 44:42

3y ago44:42

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In this show, Leh and Todd tackle several divorce and child custody questions, and in so doing explain various aspects of the law through real live examples. The types of questions they tackle include: Married for 1.3 yrs, can I divorce my wife if she is verbally abusive? How can I file for Divorce in GA if my spouse lives in NC? Can out of state t…

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197 - Improving Your Child Support or Alimony Case 44:59

3y ago44:59

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Continuing their series about procrastination, Leh and Todd discuss how procrastination can hurt your child support and alimony case and what you can do about it. If you are looking to help your support case, you will want to listen to this show. If you would like a transcript of this show, you can find it on our website. If you are enjoying the sh…

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