Women Winning Divorce: A Lawyer’s Guidance On Navigating An Unhappy Marriage & Protecting Your Financial Assets With Heather B. Quick, Esq.

What if the real reason you can’t move on after divorce… isn’t your ex, but the story you’re telling yourself about what you lost? Divorce and heartbreak don’t just end relationships, they shake your identity, confidence, and sense of worth. If you’ve ever questioned your value, struggled to trust again, or felt stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this episode breaks down what’s re...

What can Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Jessi Draper’s divorce really teach you about emotional abuse, prenups, and reconciliation? Behind the headlines, Jessi Draper’s situation highlights the reality of what actually matters in divorce, and what doesn’t. From emotional abuse claims that may not carry the weight people expect, to reconciliation attempts that complicate things, to prenup issues...

Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage, it can leave you questioning who you are and what comes next. In this episode, Amber Shaw shares her personal journey through a painful divorce at 40, where she wasn’t just grieving her marriage—but also her identity, stability, and the life she thought she’d have. She opens up about the fear, uncertainty, and emotional weight that came with starting over. Thro...

Why do so many women feel like leaving a marriage simply isn’t an option? In many parts of the world, and even closer to home, women stay in unhappy or even harmful marriages due to cultural expectations, financial dependence, and the overwhelming weight of societal pressure. This episode explores the deeper reality behind those decisions and why leaving can feel far more complicated than it seems...

Divorce isn’t just emotional, it’s financial. And most women walk into it unprepared. In this powerful episode of Women Winning Divorce , Heather Quick sits down with financial expert Leah Hadley to uncover the costly mistakes women make during divorce, and how to avoid them. From hidden tax traps to emotional decision-making, Leah shares real-world insights from helping countless women rebuild af...

What you post online during a divorce could cost you more than you think—your reputation, your case, even time with your children. In this episode, Heather Quick breaks down how social media is increasingly being used as evidence in divorce proceedings and why “no socials clauses” are becoming a powerful tool in modern divorce agreements. From damaging posts to issues involving children, the risks...

What happens when divorce and guardianship collide—and who actually has the power to decide what happens next? If you’re navigating divorce while caring for a vulnerable spouse or loved one, the legal complexities around guardianship and incapacity can feel overwhelming. Many women don’t realize how these issues impact decision-making, rights, and even which court controls the outcome—until they’r...

Have you ever wondered if therapy could actually help you move forward after divorce — even if you think you don’t need it? When a long-term marriage ends, the emotional aftermath can feel overwhelming. Many people hesitate to seek counseling because they believe they should be able to handle it alone or rely only on friends and family. But as TV presenter Ruth Langsford recently shared after her...

What if one deposition could quietly determine the outcome of your entire divorce case? Many women entering divorce believe depositions are simply a procedural step before trial. In reality, this stage of litigation can expose hidden assets, reveal inconsistencies, and shape settlement negotiations long before anyone enters a courtroom. In this episode, attorney Heather Quick sits down with renown...

What would you do if someone you trusted suddenly abandoned you in the middle of a hike or remote location? A viral social media trend called the “Alpine Divorce” is sparking serious conversations about safety, emotional abuse, and control in relationships. In this episode, Heather Quick explores why this behavior goes far beyond a bad date and how similar patterns of manipulation, gaslighting, an...

If you don’t know what’s in your bank account… could financial abuse already be happening? Many women assume that letting their spouse handle the finances is normal. But sometimes what looks like convenience or trust is actually financial control. In this episode, Heather Quick sits down with Plutus Award–winning personal finance writer Emily Guy Birken to uncover how financial abuse often hides i...

Are you avoiding money conversations before marriage because they feel uncomfortable or “unromantic”? With financial issues being one of the leading causes of divorce, more Gen Z couples are choosing transparency over taboo. Instead of seeing prenuptial agreements as pessimistic, they’re viewing them as proactive planning tools that strengthen communication, protect mental health, and build trust....

Why are women filing for divorce at significantly higher rates than men — and is it really as sudden as people think? If you’ve ever felt the invisible weight of emotional labor, long-term imbalance, or the quiet erosion of partnership in your marriage, you’re not alone. Many women spend years trying to repair, communicate, and carry the relationship forward before ever considering divorce. This e...

Have you ever felt deep grief after a divorce—even when you knew it was the right decision? Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage—it shifts your identity, your future, and your sense of stability. Even when separation is necessary, the emotional aftermath can feel overwhelming and isolating. In this episode, inspired by a powerful NPR story, we explore why grief after divorce is normal, how unexpect...

Are you financially and emotionally prepared for divorce after 50 — or could gray divorce jeopardize your retirement and future security? Gray divorce is on the rise, and for many women, ending a long-term marriage later in life brings a unique set of financial, legal, and emotional challenges. Retirement accounts, alimony, property division, long-term security, and rebuilding confidence after dec...

Are you worried about whether you’ll have to pay alimony—or how long you’ll receive it? Spousal support is one of the most misunderstood and emotionally charged parts of divorce. Many people assume it’s automatic, permanent, or based on who “deserves” it. In reality, courts follow specific legal standards that consider income, career sacrifices, earning capacity, and the length of the marriage. Wi...

Are you strong enough to survive divorce — but missing the one thing that actually determines whether you’ll protect your future? If you’re facing divorce, thinking about it, or rebuilding after it, you already know how overwhelming it feels. The legal system is unfamiliar. The stakes are high. And fear can quietly drive decisions that impact your finances, your children, and your long-term securi...

Did you know there are still places in the world where divorce is completely illegal—and leaving a marriage can cost women their freedom, finances, and safety? In this Mini Episode, Heather Quick breaks down a powerful TIME Magazine report on the Philippines, one of only two places globally where divorce remains illegal. Through the story of Haidee Dela Guerra, we explore how outdated marriage law...

You manage careers, children, finances, and everyone else’s needs—but when divorce enters the picture, who’s supporting you ? If you’re a high-achieving woman or the primary breadwinner, divorce can feel like something you should be able to handle on your own. This episode breaks down why that belief is not only wrong—but costly. Heather Quick sits down with family law attorney Renee Turner to unc...

Are prenups becoming a smart form of financial protection—or just another legal landmine waiting to explode during divorce? Millennials and Gen Z are changing how marriage works, treating prenups as basic financial hygiene rather than a sign of mistrust. With student loan debt, rising housing costs, side businesses, and digital income streams, what you decide before marriage can directly impact yo...

Have you ever wondered why so many marriages don’t end with a blowup—but instead fade quietly into emotional loneliness? Many midlife women appear “fine” on the outside while feeling deeply disconnected, unseen, and emotionally alone inside their marriages. In this episode of Women Winning Divorce , relationship expert and author Colette Jane Fehr explains why emotional disconnection—not infidelit...

Can one 16-second viral moment really destroy a career, a marriage, and a reputation? In this episode, Heather Quick unpacks a shocking real-life incident involving a workplace relationship caught on camera—raising serious questions about how public perception can clash with legal truth, especially during divorce. If you're navigating separation, co-parenting, or workplace politics, this episode s...

What happens when a $200,000 wine collection becomes a battleground in divorce court? In high-net-worth divorces, luxury assets like fine wine, art, and collectibles often spark more conflict than the house or the bank accounts. This episode dives into the legal, emotional, and financial complexity of dividing a wine cellar—and why it’s far more than just “who gets what bottle.” Learn how courts a...

Are women really the ones walking away from marriages most often—and why? If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of your relationship—managing the home, the kids, and your partner’s emotions—you’re not alone. This episode breaks down the emotional and financial dynamics quietly pushing women to initiate divorce far more than men. Link to the article: https://time.com/7344525/why-women...

Are you navigating paternity issues as an unmarried parent and unsure of your legal rights in Florida? Paternity disputes can be emotionally charged and legally complex — especially when child support, visitation, or time-sharing are involved. In this episode, Heather Quick and Anna Durstein unpack what Florida law says about establishing paternity, protecting parental rights, and avoiding common...