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Mediate This!

Matthew Brickman, Sydney Mitchell

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Through the art of storytelling, education and life experience, Matthew Brickman, President of iMediate Inc. and a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator along with his co-host Sydney Mitchell discuss mediation as well as conflict resolution & negotiations skills. Gain the knowledge necessary to negotiate your own agreement that will provide you hope and peace in your own divorce or paternity case. Questions for the show? Email: MBrickman@iChatMediation.com
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A listener writes in and asks, "Matthew, What are the benefits of online mediation vs in-person now that we're in 2024 post-covid and why should I choose virtual?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're g…
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A listener writes in and asks, "Are there hidden players at my mediation unknown to me?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don…
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A listener writes in and asks, "What Are the Implications of Parental Kidnapping Both During and Post-Divorce?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the…
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A listener writes in and asks, "In 2024, and moving forward, do you see the price of divorce rising with inflation?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes i…
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A listener writes in and asks, "If I'm paying alimony and suddenly laid off, what do I do while waiting for a modification if I cannot afford to pay?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting marrie…
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In 2023, there were a number of changes in the State of Florida in regard to almost everything under the umbrella of parenting. Matthew Brickman and family law attorney and mediator Rebecca Palmer Esq. deep-dive into these changes, what's good, what's not so good about them and how they might affect YOU. Rebecca L. Palmer is a Family & Marital Law …
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There's a little know statistic among the public but well known among divorce attorneys and mediators. January is the most common month for divorce, but why is that so? Matthew Brickman and family law attorney and mediator Rebecca Palmer Esq. go beneath the surface to discover what causes this and other current divorce trends. Rebecca L. Palmer is …
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Ginger Gentile is best known for directing "Erasing Family", which exposes the trauma children suffer when a loving parent is erased from their lives after divorce, a problem facing 22 million families in the US alone. The film was made after a nearly half a million crowdfunding campaign and is currently streaming. Ginger has also been a guest on R…
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Ginger Gentile is best known for directing "Erasing Family", which exposes the trauma children suffer when a loving parent is erased from their lives after divorce, a problem facing 22 million families in the US alone. The film was made after a nearly half a million crowdfunding campaign and is currently streaming. Ginger has also been a guest on R…
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Carolyn “CiCi” Van Tine is a compassionate advisor and tenacious litigator with nearly 30 years of experience. CiCi’s practice is dedicated to all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, separation, custody, parenting plans, child support, alimony, asset division, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, parental relocation, paternity, modificat…
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A listener writes in and asks, "What is the current process for DIY Divorce and DIY Paternity Action in the State of Florida?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and …
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Family Law & Divorce Mediator Matthew Brickman explains how seemingly small decisions we make in our lives can have a ripple effect on something much larger and how this correlates to our everyday lives. He references the 2004 film The Butterfly Effect to illustrate this concept. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional …
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A listener writes in and asks, "What are the aspects of a QDRO that I need to know? Is this always court ordered or can one spouse initiate it?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. …
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A listener writes in and asks, "Does the person who initiates a divorce bear any other advantage aside from that they may be better prepared?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Kn…
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It's a deep dive into negotiation tactics and strategies as Matthew and Keld Jensen discuss why EVERYTHING is negotiable in life. Keld Jensen is a passionate negotiation strategist and speaker. He works with international companies on strategy and negotiations, building trust and finding solutions together. Mr. Jensen is a master negotiator having …
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Keld Jensen is a passionate negotiation strategist and speaker. He works with international companies on strategy and negotiations, building trust and finding solutions together. Mr. Jensen is a master negotiator having negotiated internationally for global organizations, he is an associate professor at four Universities, a keynote speaker, and the…
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Lawrence Joss is the founder of Parental Alienation Anonymous Inc (PA-A.org), a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to fostering education, advocacy, and support for individuals grappling with the distressing impact of parental alienation, estrangement, erasure, and family disconnection. Parental Alienation Anonymous Website: https://parentalalienationanon…
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Marc E. Fitzgerald handles all aspects of domestic relations, equity matters and probate litigation, including divorce, custody, modification actions, child support, alimony, paternity, guardianship, adoption, pre- and postnuptial agreements, de facto parenting, and will contests. Matthew Brickman speaks to Marc about his experience in domestic rel…
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Dr. Stan Tatkin is a clinician, teacher and author who has integrated neuroscience, attachment therapy and current therapies and is a developer, along with his wife, of the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy® (PACT) which is taught through their institute to train other psychotherapists in this methodology. Matthew Brickman speaks to Dr. T…
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House Bill 775 relates to the Shared Parental Responsibility after Establishment of Paternity which makes significant changes to paternity in Florida. Matthew Brickman updates you how these changes impact your parental obligations while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing.…
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House Bill 121 relates to the Florida Kidcare Program is the medical insurance program in the state of Florida for children. Matthew Brickman updates you on the significant changes made to this program while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you …
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After multiple attempts, year after year, Alimony Reform has finally been signed by the governor in the State of Florida. There is no more permanent alimony in Florida. Matthew Brickman updates you on how this has come to pass and what options are left for alimony while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over s…
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There are new laws governing timesharing in Florida, which was formerly referred to as child visitation. Matthew Brickman updates you on the new laws affecting divorce and paternity while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know wh…
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Matthew Brickman is interviewed by Susan Chestnutt of The Chestnutt Law Firm on her podcast From Foster Care to Family Law: A Child Welfare Focus to discuss his passion for mediation and family law with some insightful tips for parents and divorcing couples. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit i…
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Matthew Brickman is interviewed by Susan Chestnutt of The Chestnutt Law Firm on her podcast From Foster Care to Family Law: A Child Welfare Focus to discuss his passion for mediation and family law with some insightful tips for parents and divorcing couples. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit i…
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A listener writes in and asks, "How do I enforce the other party to cover my attorney fees if they don't comply with a mediation or parenting agreement?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting mar…
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Matthew Brickman continues the discussion of alimony with Actor, Spokesperson, Musician RIO ROCKET to discuss if its possible to lock yourself into non-modifiable alimony or is it only possible to be awarded by a judge. You'll be surprised by the answer. Learn the ins and outs of alimony, child support and divorce so that you can walk into your nex…
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A listener writes in and asks, "I make alot more than my soon to be ex-wife. Is there anyway I can avoid paying spousal maintenance?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the la…
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A listener writes in and asks, "What is the difference between legal custody and full custody? Does even custody still exist?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and …
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A listener writes in and asks, "What types of cases that Are related to my divorce can be heard in family court?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in t…
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Matthew Brickman continues his conversation with Marc Lesser, Founder and CEO of 3 companies, including the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute. Mindfulness teacher, executive coach, speaker, and facilitator. Author of 4 books, including “Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen.” If you have a ma…
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Matthew Brickman sits down to talk with Marc Lesser, Founder and CEO of 3 companies, including the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute. Mindfulness teacher, executive coach, speaker, and facilitator. Author of 4 books, including “Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen.” If you have a matter, dis…
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A listener writes in and asks, "I was ordered by the court to submit a Statement of Net Worth. Can I refuse? How will it affect my divorce case?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to.…
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Matthew Brickman and family law attorney and mediator Rebecca Palmer Esq. continue their discussion on relationships, divorce and parenting. This discussion on the latest marriage and divorce statistics are shocking and here's what you can do to prepare yourself. Rebecca L. Palmer is a Family & Marital Law attorney practicing in Orlando, FL and ser…
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Have you ever wondered why it's so easy to get married but such a difficult process to get divorced? Matthew Brickman and family law attorney and mediator Rebecca Palmer Esq. discuss why this is and why it should be the other way around. They get into prenuptials, postnuptials, and the hard data on marriage and divorce statistics. Rebecca L. Palmer…
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A listener asks, Can I get a divorce using a separation agreeement? Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from a…
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Do you know the difference between a contested divorce and an uncontested divorce in your state. Matthew Brickman explains the difference between the two so you don't get blindsided in your divorce mediation case. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation …
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Matthew Brickman describes how unexpectedly smooth a mediation can go to the point where the client will sometimes believe that they missed something. Can mediation truly be that groundbreaking or is there more to this? If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmedi…
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Matthew Brickman continues the discussion of alimony with Actor, Spokesperson, Musician RIO ROCKET as the Florida Alimony Reform Bill in the State of Florida continues to stall. Learn the ins and outs of alimony, child support and divorce so that you can walk into your next mediation armed with the knowledge to control your own destiny. If you have…
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Actor, Spokesperson, Musician RIO ROCKET and Matthew Brickman continue their discussion of alimony as the Florida Alimony Reform Bill in the State of Florida continues to stall. They discuss how need versus ability is weighed and create a hypothetical scenario to show how the numbers would actually work out in determining alimony based on these fac…
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Actor, Spokesperson, Musician RIO ROCKET joins Matthew Brickman to discuss what are the true ramifications of a long-term marriage with no foreseeable resolution to Lifetime Alimony via the Florida Alimony Reform Bill in the State of Florida. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Em…
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Matthew Brickman and Andrea Reid Esq. discuss what it will take to get the Florida Alimony Reform Bill passed in the State of Florida today. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479 Matthew Brickman is a Florida Supreme Court certif…
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Topics such as Florida Alimony Reform, Child Support and Spousal Support in Florida are pressing matters. Matthew Brickman and Andrea Reid Esq. discuss how agreements for these matters are negotiated according to Florida's Income and Poverty Guidelines. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMedia…
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The timeline for alimony reform in the state of Florida is a long, complicated one. Are you going to be paying alimony for a lifetime or is relief just around the corner? Matthew Brickman and Andrea Reid Esq. discuss recent events affecting the Florida Alimony Reform timeline. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional hel…
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A listener asks, What happens when a judge requests a mediator’s files? Is what happens in family mediation really confidential and private? Matthew Brickman and Sydney Mitchell answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as they go over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getti…
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A listener asks, I'm in a toxic marriage where domestic violence in involved. How do I get a divorce without making things worse? Matthew Brickman and Sydney Mitchell answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as they go over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married …
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After a divorce who pays for student loans and a children's credit cards? Matthew Brickman and Sydney Mitchell answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as they go over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.…
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Do you know if you're in an at-fault state or not? What are the possible repercussions of committing infidelity if you are? Matthew Brickman and Sydney Mitchell answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as they go over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Kn…
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I suspect my spouse is hiding assets or concealing income but can't prove it, how is this handled in mediation? Matthew Brickman and Sydney Mitchell answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as they go over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws …
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Virtual or in-person mediation: Is it just cost and time alone or are there other benefits that you should be aware of? Matthew Brickman and Sydney Mitchell answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as they go over several key points: Assume nothing. Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know t…
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