Divorce Team Radio - Your Source for Divorce and Family Law Matters

Over the years, we have seen many divorces arise shortly after one spouse received a large sum of money through either inheritance, a personal injury award, or winning the lottery.  The way the Courts handle these funds is very fact dependent and can get tricky.  Tune in to hear Leh and Todd break down different scenarios and how the Courts have handled them.  

Experts Jay and Tammy Daughtry share insights on co-parenting post-divorce, discussing children's wishes like not being used as pawns, avoiding negativity, and fostering positive environments. They emphasize prioritizing emotional presence over material gifts and the detrimental effects of parental conflicts on children's well-being.

While we take what we do very seriously, we can't always take ourselves too seriously. That is why, for the 2nd year in a row, Todd and Leh have taken classic Halloween monsters and put them into divorce and family law scenarios.  In this show, they talk about a Zombie wanting a divorce, a Mommy Mummy who wants a modification of child support, the Creature from the Black Lagoon who wants visitation with his son, and Count Dracula calls in to ask questions about his second marriage.    

As lawyers, one of the most frustrating things we see is people becoming their own worst enemy in their divorce or family law case.  In this show, Todd and Leh discuss some of the common mistakes we see people make in their Divorce and Family Law Cases.  By listening to this show, you will learn what to avoid and set yourself up for success.

In this show, Leh and Todd dive into some of the most recent changes to Georgia's Child Support Laws that went into effect in July of 2018.  There were some significant changes to the law that will impact how Judges determine child support in future cases.  

While the holidays do bring a lot of joy, they also tend to add a lot of stress to families, especially those that are going through or have just gone through a divorce.  We do this show in early October, because one of the keys to reducing the stress is planning.  Todd and Leh discuss 5 things you can do today that will increase the likelihood of positive memories for your children rather than ones you wish they would soon forget.

On the surface, divorce can appear simple.  But, as the saying goes, the devil is in the details.  As a result, so many people get themselves into horrible situations when they try to handle their divorce on their own.  It has nothing to do with their intelligence either.  If you are confronting a situation where you think you either can't afford an attorney or don't need an attorney, you will want to listen to this show.  Leh and Todd talk about 7 things you should consider before trying a DIY divorce.  They even explore options that you may not have thought of.  

Is it common sense that healthy communication is the key to a healthy marriage? If so, then why do so many struggle with communication in their marriage? And, is there something you can do about it? In this show, Todd and Leh continue their discussion on taking your marriage to the next level. They break down what healthy communication might look like and things you should avoid. They also look into some recent research and how it can help improve your communication with your spouse.

Once a quarter, we try to have a show (or 2) dedicated to advice on things you can do today that may prevent you from ever having to hire a lawyer.  In this show, Todd and Leh talk about the following concepts:  Assume a Place of Love; Fight the Defensive Instinct; Create Listening Time and Places; Spouse School; 20 Questions; Love Notes; Breaking the Marriage Monotony; How to Discuss the Little Things in a Crazy Busy World; Retirement Planning; and Confidentiality.  Listen in for ideas that could make your next date night fantastic.

In contested child custody cases, a Court will often appoint a Guardian ad Litem ("GAL").  The GAL's responsibility is to investigate the situation and make a recommendation to the Judge as to what they think is in the children's best interest.  In this show, Leh and Todd interview attorney and Guardian ad Litem Courtney Carpenter to break down the 10 things you should know BEFORE you meet with a Guardian ad Litem in your case.  Understanding these 10 points will make a huge difference in how you tell your side of the story to the GAL.