A House Divided: Practical Tips for Family Law Issues

In this episode, we interview Courtney Richardson, a Philadelphia attorney who also goes by the name of The Ivy Investor. She walks us through estate planning, particularly in the realm of family law litigation. We cover topics ranging from how to plan your estate during COVID-19 to making sure your beneficiaries have a way to your will.    Website: www.theivyinvestor.com Instagram: @theivyinvestor Facebook: The Ivy Investor Twitter: @theivyinvestor 

In today’s episode we join Marc Brown, a federally licensed loan officer to talk about the financials surrounding divorce.  He offers tips for what to do when looking at refinancing, property transfers, maintaining good credit, and much more!   Follow/Contact: Marc Brown marc@marc.loans @marc.loans   302-290-6363 

*Trigger Warning-Sexual Abuse*   Today on A House Divided Podcast we have Dr. Glen Skoler, clinical and forensic psychologist to discuss a very serious and heavy issue. We’ll discuss childhood sexual abuse, false positives, and the how allegations and claims of sexual abuse are treated in court.   Clinicalandforensicpsychology.com drglenskoler@gmail.com

Today on A House Divided Podcast we have Heather Goldner Kinsey, a family law attorney-turned-therapist based out of the greater Philadelphia area. In this episode of the A House Divided Heather will teach us about co-parent counseling, dealing with parenting arrangements during the Covid-19 pandemic, and overcoming obstacles in reunification therapy.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgoldnerkinseyjdmft/ https://heathergoldnerkinsey.com/about/

Today on the House Divided Podcast we have Alan Nochumson, real estate attorney in the Philadelphia and New Jersey areas. In this episode we’ll walk through what happens to the down payment toward a house where the parties break up.  We also discuss the legal action "partition" and what a partition case looks like for a cohabiting couple and how you can protect yourself and your family financially in these situations.   https://www.nochumson.com/who-we-are/alan-nochumson-esq 215-399-1346 Alan.nochumson@nochumson.com

Today on the House Divided Podcast we have Maureen Farrell, owner of The Law Offices of Maureen M. Farrell Esq. where she practices Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Family Law.   In this episode we’ll discuss prenuptial agreements, who might need a prenup, the types of clauses and conditions you should look out for, the best time to start creating a prenup, and more.   http://maureenfarrellaw.com/ maureen@maureenfarrell.com

Today on the House Divided Podcast we have V.O.I.C.E. founder Laquisha Anthony. V.O.I.C.E is a sexual abuse survivor network that aims to remove the stigma and silence surrounding sexual violence by empowering those affected by sexual violence. In this episode we’ll discuss the signs of sexual assault in children, how to help your children feel comfortable telling you if they have been abused, and the first steps to take to help children who have experienced sexual trauma.   https://www.asurvivorsvoice.org/about https://www.instagram.com/asurvivorsvoice/ https://www.facebook.com/Asurvivorsvoice/?fref=ts

Today on the House Divided Podcast we have Immigration Attorney Jim Hacking, owner of Hacking Law Practice in St. Louis Missouri. In this episode we’ll discuss family-based immigration, what to do when you’re in the middle of an immigration case and your marriage goes bad, and some of the myths people believe about immigrants.   Jim’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8KsDcRFXxzYO4guvCR-LA

Helping a client feel comfortable, confident, and secure is essential throughout personal injury case litigation.  Attorney Dean Owens discusses the critical elements of client relationships which include being approachable and making the client feel like you can relate to them. Additionally, he explains how obligations, such as child support, affect the personal injury litigation process.  Dean and Alycia further examine how these obligations or liens, affect the settlements from the court.         Website: http://www.killinofirm.com/attorneys/dean-owens Email: deanowens@killinofirm.com Phone: Phone: (215) 569-1299 Instagram: @DeanOwensesq Alycia Kinchloe's Email: akinchloe@kinchloelaw.com

Navigating the numerous emotions and problems of trying to form a new relationship after having been through a divorce can be challenging. In this episode, Elizabeth Earnshaw returns to the podcast to discuss how to work through these problems. Elizabeth and Alycia will be discussing things like knowing if and when to date after a breakup, how to introduce children to a new partner, and overcoming the fears of being abandoned or rejected in a new relationship. Website: https://abetterlifetherapy.com/ Email: info@abetterlifetherapy.com Instagram: phillycouplestherapist Alycia Kinchloe's Email: akinchloe@kinchloelaw.com

Major life events can often leave a family's financial situation in jeopardy. This episode we discuss the steps a family can take to prepare for these major life events, such as revisiting estate plans or setting up trusts for children. Courtney and Alycia also discuss how financial plans can vary from family to family, as each are different, and the technicalities of how finances are managed for those who die intestate. Website: https://theivyinvestor.com/ Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: theivyinvestor Alycia Kinchloe's Email: akinchloe@kinchloelaw.com

Often in custody cases, children need their best interests to be represented at court. While lawyers appointed as child advocates speak directly for a child, children often cannot understand what they need argued in a complex case. Jim Rocco, a family law attorney, explains how a lawyer appointed as Guardian Ad Litem can help argue a child's true needs. He gives advice on how parents can effectively work with a GAL, and how to determine when cases may require one. Website: roccolaw.com Office: 215-977-7141 Email: info@roccolaw.com Alycia Kinchloe's Email: akinchloe@kinchloelaw.com

Helping children in custody cases or divorce issues can be incredibly difficult, especially when they have specific individual needs. This episode features Stacy Ames, a specialist in helping families work through difficult situations. She discusses how she provides guidance to parents with children who have special needs, including forming an IEP (individualized educational plan) and creating a consistent environment for children with multiple homes. Website: https://childrenandfamiliesunited.com/ Email: childrenandfamiliesunited@gmail.com Phone Number: 215-359-8420 Facebook/Instagram: @childrenandfamiliesunited

In this episode, marriage therapist Elizabeth Earnshaw walks us through her practice helping couples strengthen their relationships through strategies such as effective communication and planning. She gives advice on finding affordable and accessible therapy, and explains common misconceptions that often discourage people from seeking counseling. Website: https://abetterlifetherapy.com/ Email: info@abetterlifetherapy.com Instagram: phillycouplestherapist    

This episode features Kevin Dorsey, a liason officer from Our Family Wizard. A widely used tool designed to help in co-parenting, Our Family Wizard has a variety of features that enable it to be one of the best resources available. From helping parents to more effectively communicate to storing and providing useful information about a child, OFW's has numerous benefits for families, attorneys, and courts that use it.  Website: https://www.ourfamilywizard.com/ Email: info@ourfamilywizard.com Facebook: @OurFamilyWizard Scholarship Application, fee waiver for indigent parents Tutorial for Professional (5:26) Tutorial for Parent (2:20) Click here to create your free Professional Subscription