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 attorney practicing in Orlando, FL and serves clients throughout the state of Florida. Palmer has a broad background in providing intimate legal a...
Apr 05, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 102
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 a Family & Marital Law attorney practicing in Orlando, FL and serves clients throughout the state of Florida. Palmer has a broad background in pro...
Mar 22, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 101
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 Red Table Talk . Prior work includes directing "Erasing Dad" (Borrando a Papá) and Goals for Girls: A story of Women with Balls (Mujeres con Pelotas)...
Mar 08, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 100
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 Red Table Talk . Prior work includes directing "Erasing Dad" (Borrando a Papá) and Goals for Girls: A story of Women with Balls (Mujeres con Pelotas)...
Feb 23, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 99
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, modification, probate litigation, restraining orders and grandparents’ rights. She represents individuals, including professional athletes and celebrities, inv...
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 98
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 statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and livin...
Jan 26, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 97
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 Effec t to illustrate this concept. 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 certified f...
Jan 12, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 96
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. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting...
Dec 29, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 95
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. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting m...
Dec 15, 2023•5 min•Season 1Ep. 94
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 negotiated internationally for global organizations, he is an associate professor at four Universities, a keynote speaker, and the author of 25 books ...
Dec 01, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 93
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 author of 25 books including his newest release - Negotiation Essentials If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help wi...
Nov 17, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 92
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://parentalalienationanonymous.com/ Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/PAAsupport/ Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentalalienationanonymous Instagram htt...
Oct 27, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 91
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 relations and his unique approach to conflict resolution. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMedi...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 90
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. Tatkin about his new book and his unique approach to couple's therapy as it pertains to conflict resolution. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dis...
Sep 29, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 89
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. 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 f...
Sep 15, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 88
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 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 anyone who isn't a legal ...
Sep 01, 2023•6 min•Season 1Ep. 87
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 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 stat...
Aug 18, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 86
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 who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the ...
Aug 04, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 85
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 iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479 Matthew Brickman is a Florida Supreme Court certified family and appellate mediato...
Jul 21, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 84
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 iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479 Matthew Brickman is a Florida Supreme Court certified family and appellate mediato...
Jul 07, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 83
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 married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you'r...
Jun 23, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 82
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 next mediation armed with the knowledge to control your own destiny. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then ...
Jun 09, 2023•20 min•Season 1Ep. 81
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 laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married an...
May 26, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 80
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 statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and livin...
May 12, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 79
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 the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in. If you ...
Apr 28, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 78
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 matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479 Matthe...
Apr 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 77
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, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479 Matthew Brickma...
Mar 31, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 76
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. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in. Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're gettin...
Mar 17, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 75
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 serves clients throughout the state of Florida. Palmer has a broad background in providing intimate legal advice to those in need at a major time of ...
Mar 03, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 74
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 is a Family & Marital Law attorney practicing in Orlando, FL and serves clients throughout the state of Florida. Palmer has a broad background in...
Feb 17, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 73
