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In this episode, Andee and Mali introduce you to their make-up artist, Tiffany Nicole. Tiffany came to us a few months ago when the partners were featured in Atlanta Style and Design magazine, and she's been back several times since then. Tiffany has her own story of perseverance and growth and she has experience helping people look and feel their best, including some who are adjusting to a ne...

There's some extra energy in this episode because Andee and Mali are together in the studio for the first time in quite a while. The topic is the Marital Balance Sheet -- how it works, how it's used, why it is important to do one, do it early, and keep it updated. But of course, they cover some other areas, like their recent trials and hearings, Mali's body building fitness journey, ho...

We have returned from hiatus, and yet Mali is back in court. The great news is that Andee is in the driver's seat and she has a guest! Jill Heineck is a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert. Her job is to act as a real estate expert who helps couples valuate and sell their real estate holdings. Jill is a valued member of the Family Law courts, and a fascinating individual. Join the conversatio...

Our hiatus continues for one more episode. In this information-packed discussion, Andee and Mali discuss some of the professional Experts that can be recruited to help with a Divorce case. These Experts help Family lawyers gather evidence, submit reports, interpret reports from the opposing party, and can testify to their findings in Court. Experts are an integral and often-utilized part of the Di...

As our hiatus continues, we once again bring you the second part of our Meet the Partners event, as Kendall Walker sits down with Mali Shadmehry. Mali will tell us all about herself -- her upbringing, her education, her competitive pursuits, and her meteoric rise to becoming a young entrpreneur and partner in her own firm. It's always a fun conversation when Mali and Kendall get together, so b...

The Hastings Shadmehry Show is on a bit of a hiatus, so for this episode we are revisiting our interview with one of the partners of Hastings Shadmehry, Andee Hastings. Our former producer Kendall Walker sat down with Andee for a look at Andee’s life and career. Andee told us all about herself – where she comes from, what she studied in school, and where she went to Law School. Then Andee talked a...

Adultery! We got your attention, didn't we? Mali flies solo once again this week. Well, not quite solo -- she's joined by the newest member of her personal pack, Nyxie! Mali and Nyxie talk about how Adultery can affect a divorce case. Does it affect alimony? Or child support? Will a party be punished for stepping outside the marriage? Join the conversation and get the answers to all of the...

In this episode of The Hastings Shadmehry Show Andee and Mali introduce their newest Senior Attorney Elizabeth Findley. Elizabeth is a smart, dedicated, and experienced Family Lawyer who has quickly become an integral part of the Hastings Shadmehry Wolf Pack. Join the conversation as the partners learn about Elizabeth's background and her drive to be a top notch Family Law stalwart. Visit our...

Mali flies solo this week as she answers the question "Why should you tell your lawyer the truth?" Mali lays out an ironclad case for absolute truthfulness when it comes to explaining your case to your lawyer. She's seen first hand how disastrously a case can go when a lawyer doesn't know the whole truth about their client's situation. So, join the conversation as Mali makes it perfectly clear tha...

In this episodes of The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali talk through the intricacies of a post-divorce parenting plan that covers summer vacation. Parenting Plans are common in divorce, and most of them are geared toward everyday life throughout the school year. Then when the summer months come around, families can find themselves in needless and avoidable arguments because they don’t have...

This week is an ENCORE of Andee's and Mali's still-topical discussion this week about No Fault Divorce -- a legal term that has been coming up a lot recently. No Fault Divorce was first established in the US 50 years ago but has become a cornerstone of Family Law and personal rights. Andee and Mali talk about what the term means, the history of No Fault Divorce in the US, and the pros and...

In this episode, Andee welcomes special guest Kim Beatty to our new podcast studio! Kim is an EXPERT on Juvenile Family Law, working closely with Child Protective Services, the Foster Care network, families and children in need of assistance. Join the conversation as Kim talks with Andee about the fine points of this complicated but rewarding area of Family Law. Visit our website: https://hsfamily...

In this episode, Andee and Mali introduce you to Hastings Shadmehry Associate Attorney Madison Alexander. Madison is a true Georgia girl who has lived all over the state. She is also a dedicated family law attorney, who went all the way through law school knowing that family law was her calling. She has an incredible personal story and approach to work and life. Join the Conversation and find out...

The Domestic Relations Financial Affidavits (or DeRFA) is a truly crucial early step in every Divorce proceeding. Andee and Mali explain what a DeRFA is, how it works, and why it is so important. Join this informative and fun discussion to find out why the DeRFA is such an important aspect of having an easier, quicker, and more successful divorce. Visit our website: https://hsfamilylaw.comFollow u...

Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe is BACK with Andee to continue her discussion on Toxic Narcissists. This time, the ladies discuss how the Toxic Narcissist acts in Divorce proceedings. How do they appear to the judge or to a mediator? How do they treat the attorneys on the other side? Dr Kyrstin provides the clues to look for and gives advice on how to deal with it, and Andee has several observations of her o...

This week, we are presenting an ENCORE of Andee's second conversation on Narcissism and Divorce with Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC, because we will be bringing Part Three next week. Narcissism is a commonly heard term and it is something that the lawyers of Hastings Shadmehry deal with on a regular basis. Join the conversation, as Andee and Dr. Kyrstin continue their discussion of this toxic...

In this information-packed episode of The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali discuss some of the professional Experts that can be recruited to help with a Divorce case. These Experts help Family lawyers gather evidence, submit reports, interpret reports from the opposing party, and can testify to their findings in Court. Experts are an integral and often-utilized part of the Divorce process a...

As promised, this week we bring you the second part of our Meet the Partners event, as Kendall Walker sits down with Mali Shadmehry. Mali will tell us all about herself -- her upbringing, her education, her competitive pursuits, and her meteoric rise to becoming a young entrpreneur and partner in her own firm. It's always a fun conversation when Mali and Kendall get together, so be prepared to...

We are starting our Second season with a bang! This week we have an interview with one of the partners of Hastings Shadmehry, Andee Hastings. Our producer Kendall Walker sits down with Andee for a look at Andee’s life and career. Andee will tell us all about herself – where she comes from, what she studied in school, and where she went to Law School. Then Andee talks about her unique career, her m...

This week on The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali take a deep dive into an often intricate topic -- WHEN to file for Divorce. They talk about the Timing of Filing and how it impacts and is impacted by things like Finances, Custodial Rights, temporary Living Arrangements. They even get into the strategies behind FilingJoin the conversation for another impactful, fact-filled and of course fun...

In this ENCORE episode, Andee and Mali delve into the topic of Collaborative Divorce. This relatively new approach to Marriage Dissolution can be mysterious and confusing. This episode lays out the basics of the process, dispels rumors, and discusses the pros and cons of Collaborative Divorce. Like, Comment, Share: Engage with our content to help extend our reach and support more people through th...

Mali and Andee are back together in the studio for this in-depth talk on the importance of having a well-crafted Parenting Time agreement. They cover several different scenarios and many of the pitfalls inherent in working out Parenting Time for holidays throughout the year. They offer their advice about the best ways to approach the trickiest situations and their insights as to how judges approac...

For our first new episode of 2025, Andee returns to her conversation about Narcissism with Dr. Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC of Clear Life Counseling. Their conversation picks up right where they left off in their previous chat and covers ways in which a Narcissist can be managed when embarking on the Divorce process. Visit our website: https://hsfamilylaw.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.faceb...

This week, we are presenting an ENCORE of Andee's recent conversation on Narcissism with Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC, because we will be bringing part two next week.    Narcissism is term we hear a LOT in the media, and somethingthat the lawyers of Hastings Shadmehry deal with on a regular basis. Join Andeeand Dr. Kyrstin for an extremely informative discussion of this toxicpersonality disorder...

In this ENCORE release, Andee and Mali ask each other a series of questions about running a law firm, running a small business and being entrepreneurs. This is all about the joy and sorrow of being a working professional and being a leader. Like, Comment, Share: Engage with our content to help extend our reach and support more people through their legal challenges. Visit our website: https://hsfam...