Season 3. Ep 6. The Perils of Over-Documenting Evidence
Description
Most people think the more evidence you bring to court, the better.
But in family court? That approach can destroy your credibility.
In this episode, Tracey explains why judges ignore evidence, how opposing counsel gets it thrown out, and how to present your case strategically so your key proof actually gets seen.
A must-listen for anyone gathering screenshots, texts, videos, or emails for court.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- Why over-documenting can sabotage your case
- How opposing counsel challenges your documentation
- How to think like a strategist, not a collector
Episode timestamps
(00:00 ) Intro
(02:00 ) Why gathering “everything” creates a false sense of security
(09:37 ) When the judge ignores your evidence entirely
(11:46 ) The judge has 100% discretion — not you
(12:54 ) Why “tons of evidence” may not matter at all
(17:13 ) The real strategy: present, don’t just collect
(17:59 ) Know your judge — what they care about, and what they ignore
(19:05 ) Intent vs. outcome: documenting with strategy
(20:00 ) Stop guessing what your judge wants — know
(21:16 ) You must understand all the key players, not just the law
(22:15 ) Why do you need strategy guidance before presenting evidence
(23:44 ) Time to regroup: the smarter way to build your case
(24:54 ) How strategy sessions help you position your case
(25:04 ) Closing thoughts and next steps
Family Court can be traumatic! And trying to handle your case on your own can be even more catastrophic. There are twists & turns at every stage that you need to be aware of and to prepare for. Having a solid Gameplan and someone to help you execute it effectively can make all the difference in the Universe (not just the world.) We know all about the bias, corruption, and dysfunction being handed out by the system. We just want you to have a fighting chance by leveling the playing field.
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