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A listener writes in and asks, "Matthew, What are the benefits of online mediation vs  in-person now that we're in 2024 post-covid and why should I choose virtual?" 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...

A listener writes in and asks, "Are there hidden players at my mediation unknown to me?" 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 w...

A listener writes in and asks, "What Are the Implications of Parental Kidnapping Both During and Post-Divorce?" 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 ta...

A listener writes in and asks, "In 2024, and moving forward, do you see the price of divorce rising with inflation?" 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&apos...

A listener writes in and asks, "If I'm paying alimony and suddenly laid off, what do I do while waiting for a modification if I cannot afford to pay?" 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 stat...

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...

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 practici...

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 di...

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 di...

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 gr...

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...

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 mb...

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...

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 s...

 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 organi...

 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...

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.co...

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 resolut...

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 t...

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 wh...

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...

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 ar...

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...

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 C...

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 C...