For Better, Worse, or Divorce

On this episode, Jake and Sarah Gilbreath sit down with Melissa Hammerle—mother of four, military wife, and advocate for families raising children with special needs. Melissa shares her journey of parenting two children with complex medical and developmental challenges, including autism, epilepsy, and a rare heart condition. She opens up about the difficult decisions parents in similar situations...

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with associate attorney Raya Jackson to discuss the critical issue of domestic violence in family law cases. Brian and Raya break down the legal framework and protective measures available to victims, discuss how domestic violence impacts divorce and custody proceedings, and explore the court’s approach to safety and parental rights. The attorneys wrap up the e...

Brian Walters meets with Leigh Baseheart Kahn, partner of Schwartz Sladkus Reich Greenberg Atlas LLP, a NYC and South Florida-based family law firm, to discuss the complexities of 50/50 child custody arrangements. Brian and Leigh tackle common misconceptions and legal standards that courts consider in 50/50 custody plans as well as challenges that can arise in these arrangements and their experien...

Walters Gilbreath attorneys Ryan Segall and Jessica Davis , both certified mediators within the firm, deep dive into the process of mediation within family law cases. Ryan and Jessica discuss when mediation works best, how they prepare clients and some key factors that lead to successful resolutions. From custody battles to property division, this episode is intended to be especially insightful fo...

Brian Walters meets with Carolyn Grimes, partner at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner, PLLC, to discuss “gray divorces” and the complexities to consider for couples headed towards divorce after long-term marriages. Brian and Carolyn wrap up the episode by answering a few listener questions.   To reach out to Carolyn Grimes directly, visit her firm’s web site: https://www.oldtownlawyers.com...

For the third episode in our "Hollywood & Family Law" series, Brian Walters, Jake Gilbreath, and the firm's Marketing Director Katy Justice dive into the Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez divorce and discuss how celebrities and high-net-worth couples keep their divorces out of the public light as well as our firm's experience working with repeat clients, whether it be a second...

Brian Walters meets with financial advisor and author Jennifer Lee on her experience working with clients navigating life transitions, including divorce. Jennifer discusses her divorce checklist, which offers essential tips for people facing financially challenging times and details how these situations can be approached with confidence. Brian and Jennifer wrap up the episode by answering a few li...

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters dive into the 'tradwives' movement and its implications in modern Texas family law cases. Jake and Brian discuss the challenges and legal considerations that arise when traditional roles meet contemporary family law issues, ranging from divorce petitions to custody disputes.  If you are interested in speaking to us about your family law m...

Jake Gilbreath meets with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor Sammy Jo Allen, LMFT-S, to discuss a recent CNN article titled "the bright side of divorce, according to experts." With the help of the article, Jake and Sammy highlight the positive outcomes of divorce, from new beginnings to healthier co-parenting dynamics and personal empowerment. To reach out to Sammy Jo Alle...

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Dallas-based partner Carson Steinbauer to discuss the complexities of relocation issues in family law cases. Brian and Carson break down relocation laws in the state of Texas and explore the legal challenges parents often face when seeking to move with their children post-divorce, as well as the impact of custody arrangements and how courts determine what...

For the next episode in our "Hollywood & Family Law" series, Brian Walters, Jake Gilbreath, and the firm's Marketing Director Katy Justice dive into the Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie divorce, exploring what causes lengthy delays in high-profile and complex cases. From custody battles to financial disputes, Brian and Jake discuss some common reasons divorces drag out and how these...

Brian Walters meets with Olivia St. Clair Long, founder and principal attorney of the O. Long Firm in Illinois to do a deep dive into high conflict divorces and their experience handling these types of cases. Brian and Olivia share their insights, discuss legal strategies, emotional challenges as well as resources in high conflict divorces and what makes these types of cases unique. They wrap up t...

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters discuss a recent article by the NY Post,  40% Have Ended a Relationship Over a Poor Financial Decision . Brian and Jake discuss their experience handling divorce cases where financial decisions contribute to marital conflicts that ultimately lead to divorce. They also detail what types of financial decisions they see cause the most strains on a mar...

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with one of the firm's Dallas-based partners Carson Steinbauer to discuss the issue of fraud in family law cases. From hidden assets to fraudulent documents and misrepresentations, Brian and Carson break down how types of fraud can impact divorce proceedings, custody cases and property division.  If you suspect that your spouse has committed fraud, you sho...

Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath celebrate 100 episodes of the "For Better, Worse, or Divorce" podcast by sharing a few of their favorite recent episodes and what listeners can look forward to in upcoming episodes. The partners also discuss some recent trending family law topics as well as answer some listener questions.  If you have enjoyed our podcast, please leave us a review. We appr...

In this episode, Jake and Sarah Gilbreath sit down with Jamie Scrimgeour, a renowned stepfamily coach, podcast host, and creator of the online community for stepmoms, "The Kick-Ass Stepmom Project." Jamie shares her journey from becoming a stepmom and how it led her to be a leading voice in the stepfamily community. Jake, Sarah, and Jamie discuss their personal experiences living in blen...

In this episode, Jake Gilbreath and Brian Walters discuss a recent CNBC Article, "7 Common Ways a Divorce Can Change Your Personal Finances" by breaking down the points identified by the financial experts in the article from their perspective as Texas family law attorneys.  If you are interested in speaking to us about your family law matter or if there's a topic you would like to s...

In this episode, Brian Walters meets with Bill Eddy, the co-founder of the High Conflict Institute and a renowned expert and author on high conflict personalities. Brian and Bill delve into the complexities of family law cases that involve high conflict personalities and offer insights and strategies for navigating these challenging situations. To find out more about Bill Eddy, the High Conflict I...

For our second episode in our "Hollywood & Family Law" series, Brian Walters, Jake Gilbreath and the firm's Marketing Director Katy Justice discuss Shanna Moakler accusing her ex-husband Travis Barker and his new wife Kourtney Kardashian of parental alienation. Jake and Brian discuss the topic of parental alienation in family law cases and their experience handling these type of...

In the last episode in our Texas Counties series , Brian Walters meets with associate attorney JB Bobbitt to discuss practicing family law in the different counties that make up the surrounding Houston area (such as Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston). Brian and JB discuss the local rules, key court locations, structure of the family court system and the filing requirements and dea...

In the next episode in our Texas Counties series, Jake Gilbreath meets with one of the firm's associate attorneys, Stefani Preston-Kryder, to discuss practicing family law in the different counties that make up the surrounding Austin area (Travis, Williamson, Hays and Bastrop). Jake and Stefani discuss the local rules, key court locations, structure of the family court system and the filing r...

In the second episode of our Texas Counties series, Dallas-based partners Ryan Segall and Carson Steinbauer discuss the different counties in the surrounding Dallas-Forth Worth area and their experience handling family law cases in these counties.  If you have a family law matter you would like to discuss with our legal team, please email us at podcast@waltersgilbreath.com or find us at www.walter...

In the first episode of our Texas Counties Series, Brian Walters meets with Lauren Scott, one of our associate attorneys based in San Antonio, to discuss the structure of the Bexar County family court system, local rules and procedures, and their experience practicing family law in this area of Texas. Brian and Lauren finish the episode by providing resources for anyone going through a family law...

Brian Walters interviews Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Sarah Cuddy to discuss how CDFA's can provide support and guidance to individuals navigating the financial intricacies of many different kinds of family law matters, such as asset division, child or spousal support. To reach out to Sarah Cuddy directly: https://scuddy.bairdwealth.com/contact If you would like to speak with a member...

Brian Walters and Jake Gilbreath celebrate 90 episodes of the "For Better, Worse, or Divorce" podcast by sharing a few of their favorite recent episodes and what listeners can look forward to in upcoming episodes. The partners also discuss some recent trending family law topics as well as answer some listener questions.  If you have enjoyed our podcast, please leave us a review. We appre...