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Modern Family Matters

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Modern Family Matters is a podcast based out of the Pacific Northwest that discusses a variety of different topics that can impact the family unit, such as divorce, custody, estate planning, adoption, personal injury accidents, and bankruptcy. We believe that there is no such thing as "broken" family, and that true family can take on many different forms. Join our host, Steve Altishin, as he interviews attorneys and other industry professionals on all matters pertaining to the modern family.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Tried and True Attorney Tips for Creating Effective Visitation and Parenting Time Schedules 04.02.2022

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Sabrina Owen, to discuss tried and true attorney tips on how to create the most effective visitation and parenting plan schedules that will stand the test of time, reduce conflict, and set your child up for success. In this interview, Sabrina and Steve discuss the following: •    Why it’s important that your parenting plan is created with your...

How Co-Parents Can Utilize Sleep Science to Help A Child Struggling to Sleep in Two Households 24.01.2022

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Marie-Eve Gagnon, to discuss factors that can result in sleep challenges for children, and how co-parents can work together across households to create environments that support healthy sleep patterns. In this interview, Marie-Eve and Steve discuss the following: •    Why do children have problems falling asleep or staying asleep in two...

Harnessing Your Power to Reclaim Control in Divorce and Make Co-Parenting a Win/Win Situation 06.01.2022

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Behavior Coach and best-selling author, Gail Rudolph , to discuss how you can set healthy boundaries while navigating divorce, and control your own power dynamic not only in separation, but in co-parenting relationships. In this interview, Gail and Steve discuss the following: •     How Can we Harness Power, Control and Personal Choice in Difficult Situ...

Military Divorces & the Tactical Division of Assets and Military Benefits 22.12.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Robert Howell, to discuss how military benefits are typically addressed in a dissolution case, and important things to know to help protect your rights and prepare for the process. Robert and Steve discuss the following: Why rules for military divorces differ from non-military divorces. Can you even divorce an active member of the military? Un...

Raising Children in a High Achievement Culture: How Effective Co-Parenting Can Help Prevent a Child From Becoming a Disintegrated Student 06.12.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Student and Parent Coach, Dr. Jeannine Jannot, to discuss how a high achieving culture can result in a disintegrated student, and how co-parents can work together to find a healthy balance for their child. In this episode, Jeannine and Steve cover the following:  •  Today’s high achievement culture, how it impacts our kids and families, and how divorce...

Supporting a Child Through Addiction: How Divorced Parents Can Create Helpful Structures & Solutions for the Struggling Child 23.11.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with parenting coach and interventionist, Aaron Huey, to discuss how separated parents can work together to provide support for a child who is struggling with addiction. If you would like to speak with one of our family law attorneys, please call our office at (503) 227-0200, or visit our website at https://www.landerholmlaw.com. To further connect with Aaro...

Perdido en la Traducción: Exploring the Benefits of Hiring a Spanish Speaking Attorney for Your Family Law Case 04.11.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Alan Nieczyporuk, and Billing Manager, Claudia Preciado, to discuss how hiring a bilingual attorney can help Spanish-speaking clients avoid misunderstandings with their attorney when discussing legal, financial and other personal matters within their case. This interview is discussed in both English and Spanish, and explores the following topi...

Re-Entering the Workforce Post-Divorce: Tips On How to Successfully Kickstart a Teaching Career 20.10.2021

Send us Fan Mail Whether you left a former teaching profession to care for your children, or took a break to pursue other career options, returning to teaching can be more challenging than going back to work in other fields.   Join us for our podcast as we sit down with the Chair of Teacher Education at Lewis and Clark's Graduate School of Education and Counseling, Kimberly Campbell, to discu...

Preparing for Child Support: Taking a Closer Look at Oregon’s Child Support Guidelines & Calculations 05.10.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as our Lead Paralegal, Lisa Parsons, sits down to discuss frequently asked questions surrounding child support laws and calculations in Oregon. In this episode, Lisa and Steve answer the following: •    What is child support, and when can it be ordered?  •    How is the amount of child support set?  •    Can the amount of child support deviate from the guideline amount?  •...

What Is Intellectual Property, & How Is it Addressed in Divorce and Estate Planning Cases? 23.09.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Patent Attorney, J. Curtis Edmondson, to discuss intellectual property, what it is, and common issues that clients face in divorce and estate planning cases. In this podcast, Curtis and Steve discuss the following: •    Understanding What Constitutes Intellectual Property  •    Issues That Can Arise When Dividing Copyrights, Patents, Trademarks and Trad...

Estate Planning 101: The Basics of a Trust, & How to Create One That Is Best Designed for Your Goals 10.09.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Triston Dallas, to discuss trusts, what they're used for, how they're created, and when you should consider one. In this podcast, Triston and Steve discuss the following: •    What are the roles of a grantor, beneficiary, and trustee?  •    What does the process of creating a trust look like?  •    What types of assets can go into a...

Covid 2.0: Handling the Uncertainty & Surviving the Upcoming School Year 20.08.2021

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Behavior Analyst, Chris Messina, to discuss how co-parents can help their children handle uncertainty amidst and the ever-changing rules and expectations as the school year approaches. Chris and Steve will be discussing the following:    •    Current mandates and state advisories, and how this impacts kids going back to school.  •    How co-parents can...

Co-Parenting a Child with Special Needs: Reaching Alignment to Create a Proper Blueprint for Success 28.07.2021

Send us Fan Mail Behavior Analyst, Chris Messina of Precision Parenting , provides insight for co-parents with a special needs child, and how they can reduce conflict by committing to alignment and open communication. In this interview, Chris and Steve discuss the following: •    What do we mean by “a child with special needs”? •    Why children with special needs are at a higher risk for poor out...

Till Death (or Divorce) Do Us Part: The Ins and Outs of Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements 08.07.2021

Send us Fan Mail Attorney, Abby Cettel, explains the ins and outs of premarital agreements, what they can (and cannot) accomplish, and when you should consider creating one. In this podcast, Steve and Abby answer the following: Who should get a premarital agreement? Are they only for the wealthy? Does a premarital agreement mean we don’t trust each other? What kinds of things do premarital agreeme...

Divorce & Mortgages: How the Two are Less Like Oil and Water Than You Might Think 23.06.2021

Send us Fan Mail Residential Mortgage Lender and Certified Divorce Lending Professional, Katie Walsh, talks through the relationship between divorce and mortgages, and important timetables and tips to be aware of. Katie and Steve discuss the following in this episode: •    Challenges that a divorce brings to refinancing your home loan or getting a new mortgage.  •    Tips for how to improve your a...

The Power of a Thoughtfully Crafted Parenting Plan, & Why They Are So Important to Get Right 07.06.2021

Send us Fan Mail Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, explains what a parenting plan is, and why it's important to have a long-term mindset when creating one with your co-parent. Lewis and Steve discuss the following:    •            How a parenting plan differs from a visitation schedule.  •            Are parenting plans required and who creates them?  •            Things to include in a we...

The ABC’s of a Last Will and Testament: Simplifying Estate Planning 19.05.2021

Send us Fan Mail Attorney, Triston Dallas, breaks down all of the important components of one of the most common estate planning documents: a last will and testament. Triston and Steve answer the following in this episode: ·         What is a will? ·         What makes a will legally valid? ·         How is a will legally executed and witnessed? ·         What different components can be included...

What to Expect From a Client/Attorney Relationship, and How to Work Together for a Positive Outcome 28.04.2021

Send us Fan Mail Attorney, Natalie Thorp, discuss how to get the most out of your client/attorney relationship during a family law matter. Natalie and Steve cover the following: What should you expect from your attorney during your case? What are the legal duties your attorney owes you during your case? Attorney confidentiality and why it’s important to you Why competence, diligence, promptness an...

Co-Parenting During the Summer Can Be Hard! How to Treat Your Ex Like a Business Partner & Choose Cooperation Over Conflict 14.04.2021

Send us Fan Mail Behavior Analyst, Chris Messina, sits down with us to discuss how parents can tackle difficult co-parenting hurdles this summer and collaborate effectively. The following is discussed in this podcast: Tools and tips to work through your summer parenting schedule with your ex-spouse.  Similarities between business partners and co-parents. What a Business Plan looks like for co-pare...

Selling Your Home Before, During or After a Divorce: A Realtor’s List of Do’s and Don’ts 26.03.2021

Send us Fan Mail Realtor and Principal Broker, Joe Fustolo, sits down with us to discuss important tips for individuals who are selling their home before, during or after a divorce. The following is covered in this podcast:    •    When to Sell Your House (Pros and Cons)  •    How Realtors are Selected in a Divorce Case  •    Understanding the Role of Everyone Involved (Spouses/ Realtors / Attorne...

Understanding Divorce Discovery: Why It’s Important, What to Share, and How Your Legal Team Can Make All the Difference 15.03.2021

Send us Fan Mail Lead Paralegal, Lisa Parsons, discusses the discovery process, and why it’s such an important part of dissolution cases. Lisa and Steve answer the following questions in this episode: What is a paralegal? What is discovery? Is discovery required in a divorce case? What are the different types of discovery? When does the discovery process get started? What types of documents and in...

Trickle Down Bleakonomics: How High-Conflict Relationships Hurt Children & 5 Ways to Foster Healthier Dynamics 09.02.2021

Send us Fan Mail Behavior Analyst, Chris Messina, discusses the impact that high-conflict parenting can have on a child, and 5 tactics you can start using today to help foster a positive co-parenting relationship with your ex. Chris covers the following in our podcast: •    Why Your Divorced Relationship with Your Ex-Spouse is as Important as Your Married Relationship   •    How Dysfunctional Inte...

Military Divorces and How they Differ: Protections, Divisions & Pensions 27.01.2021

Send us Fan Mail Partner and Lead Litigation Attorney, Will Jones, joins us to discuss how military divorces differ from civilian divorces. In this podcast, he discusses: -Military Member’s Protection from Default -Dividing Military Retirement Benefits -Child Support, Spousal Support and Military Pay -Child Custody and Parenting Time in a Military Divorce To learn more about how Landerholm Family...

Estate Planning Resolutions: The Benefits of Reviewing Your Estate Plan Annually 26.01.2021

Send us Fan Mail Associate Attorney, Triston Dallas, joins us to discuss why it’s important to reevaluate your estate plan annually. 2020 has been an unusual year specifically, with many families experiencing sudden changes, whether it’s a loss of family member, a business, a retirement nest egg, or a home. Alternatively, some individuals have gained a family member, a home, a business, or a chang...

A Guide to Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) Restraining Orders 15.12.2020

Send us Fan Mail Former Judge, Ken Stewart, discusses how to obtain a FAPA, what you can expect from a FAPA hearing, and how these restraining orders are enforced. To learn more about how Landerholm Family Law can help you with a FAPA order, call our office at (503) 227-0200 or visit our website at https://www.landerholmlaw.com. Disclaimer: Nothing in this communication is intended to provide lega...

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