3 Tips for Communicating with Your Ex BEFORE Custody Court

Communication really matters in custody court but I think what really impacts what happens in the courtroom is the communication that happens before you get to the courtroom. Here are 3 essential tips for communicating with your ex BEFORE you hit the courtroom. 

1. Always respond to the other side 

2. Always save your responses 

3 Always assume you are being recorded

Hiring an Attorney

Tips when looking to hire an attorney

Happy Holidays!

Wishing you peace, love, and joy this holiday season and throughout 2021.

Six Factors a Judge May Consider In Custody Relocation Cases

In custody relocation cases not only do you have to address the child's best interest factors but you have to address what are called the relocation factors. The relocation factors are special factors that the court is required to consider in relocation cases.

Is an Amicable Divorce Possible with a Narcissist?

How am I supposed to amicably resolve my divorce if my husband is a narcissist?

In What Situations Might a Post-Nuptial Agreement be Used?

In what situations might a post-nuptial agreement be used?

3 Requirements to Get Started with Adoption

There are legal requirements to adopt, emotional requirements to adopt, and financial requirements to adopt

Workers Compensation Insurance Explained

Unfamiliar with workers compensation insurance? Learn the basics of workers comp, what it is, and why you may need it.

Dealing With Debt From Divorce

Unfortunately, debt and divorce too often go hand in hand. In some instances, it was the debt that drove the couple to divorce. In other, it was the divorce that drove the individuals into debt. Whatever the cause, dealing with major debt amidst a divorce makes the already emotional process all the more frustrating. An attorney can help you get a handle on the debt and so much more.

Happy Thanksgiving!

"There is always, always something to be thankful for."

 – Unknown

A Divorce Attorney Explains What's In a Prenuptial Agreement

Before this couple ties the knot, should they consider signing a prenuptial agreement? According to Vikki Ziegler, a divorce attorney who stars on Bravo’s Untying the Knot, it’s an important pre-marital step to consider.

Should You Keep an Uninvolved Parent Informed? | Co-Parenting Tips

What if you are co-parenting with a parent who essentially is not involved in their children's lives at all. They don't go to parent-teacher conferences, don't help your children with homework, don't go to school events, don't take the kid or kids to practices and they don't show up to games. They're not involved in the medical decisions.

Do you think that it's your responsibility to keep the other parents informed especially if you share joint decision-making or joint custody? Or do you think it's the other parent's role or responsibility to get themselves informed?

What A Prenup Needs To Include To Make It Valid And Balanced For Both Parties

An asset protection attorney offers tips on what to include when writing a prenup and why each side must get something to make the agreement valid.

Separation vs Divorce

Are you unsure about the future of your marriage? Here are some tips to help you explore the difference between separation and divorce.

How To Meet With Your Workers Comp Attorney

How To Meet With Your Workers Comp Attorney

How To Stay Positive While Going Through A Divorce

Divorce is tough and it's something we hope to never go through but staying positive no matter the situation is always a choice we are free to make.How do you stay positive while going through one of the toughest times of your life? Find out here.

Is It Possible to Have a Healthy Divorce with a Toxic Person?

I recently interviewed Ashley-Nicole Russell, Esq, divorce attorney, and host of Divorce, Healthy! Podcast. In this segment, I asked Ashley if a person is in the middle of an ugly divorce with the scorched earth type of litigation, is it possible to transition into a divorce that's more healthy?

Workers Compensation For Mental Health Injuries

If you suffer from a mental health injury, such as post-traumatic stress syndrome or depression, then you know that a mental health injury can be every bit as debilitating as a physical injury. In many states, you can receive workers compensation for mental health injuries incurred on the job.

Understanding the Social Security Disability Process

If you are going through the Social Security Disability process of filing a claim, it may be helpful to work with someone who knows the in's and out's of this complicated system


At Hodson & Mullin, we know disabled people need help. Faced with a possible lifetime of great physical pain and a frightening financial future, many are so overwhelmed they don't know where to turn. At Hodson & Mullin we not only understand, we effectively steer our eligible clients through the Social Security Disability application and appeal processes, with countless successful cases over the decades.

At our firm, a highly experienced legal assistant will spend a great deal of time working with you and gathering records and information to perfect your claim, but your legal questions will be answered by an experienced attorney.

We are registered with the Social Security Administration and when necessary, we appear at actual hearings throughout Northern California to present our clients’ cases effectively, with an eye toward the most favorable outcomes.

Most of our experienced legal assistants are fluent in both English and Spanish, so language is never a barrier to obtaining results.

We are happy to meet with you for an initial consultation without charge to you, and you incur no costs at all unless and until your case is resolved and you receive a settlement or benefits. Schedule an appointment with us today at our Vacaville or Fairfield offices!

Step Parent Adoption

If you are remarried and do not have a relationship with the other biological parent, you may be wondering if step-parent adoption is an option and how it works, among other things. Step-parent adoption represents a great chance for both you and your child (or children) to enjoy the increased security that comes with this legal arrangement. Studies have shown that there are tremendous psychological and emotional benefits to this type of family structure.

Simply put- a step parent adoption completely extinguishes the rights of the other biological parent and the step-parent becomes the legal parent of your child. In the event something were to ever happen to you, it would be the step-parent that would take guardianship of the child. While a step-parent adoption is not as complicated as other types of adoption, it is still a legal process that an experienced adoption attorney should help you with. This is especially true if there are issues with the biological parent, you are a same sex couple or you are in a situation where you each want to adopt children.

State laws vary by state and the sooner you get in touch with an attorney, the sooner you can celebrate this very exciting event.

4 Things Social Security Disability Recipients Should Not Do

4 things not to do to help you keep your Social Security Disability Benefits 

1. Plan your next move 

2. Don't stop Doctoring 

3. Do not earn over the allowed amount 

4. Don't be like Doris

How To Change Bad Habits In an Ugly Divorce

I recently interviewed Ashley-Nicole Russell, Esq, divorce attorney, and host of Divorce, Healthy! Podcast. In this segment, we talk about habits and changing old bad habits that are detrimental to us when going through a difficult divorce. 

My guest is Ashley-Nicole Russell, Esq, divorce attorney, and host of Divorce, Healthy! Podcast. She is also the author of the book, "The Cure for Divorce Culture, Repairing The Damage Within A Lost Class Of People", In this video, she shares her message that healthy divorce is possible with good suggestions.

Suze Orman's Take On Getting A Prenuptial Agreement!

Financial expert SUZE ORMAN takes questions from the audience and gives them financial advice.

What is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

Learn about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the two rules to receive it.

At Hodson & Mullin, we know disabled people need help. Faced with a possible lifetime of great physical pain and a frightening financial future, many are so overwhelmed they don't know where to turn. At Hodson & Mullin we not only understand, we effectively steer our eligible clients through the Social Security Disability application and appeal processes, with countless successful cases over the decades. 

 https://www.hodsonandmullin.com

The Top 5 Effects Of Divorce On Children

We all know that eventually some people grow apart, and eventually end up in divorce. It may be a sad time but sometimes it is for the best. But what about the children? What happens to them and what are the effects of a divorce on them? Let's talk about that in today's episode.

How To Know If You Need A Post-Nuptial Agreement

How To Know If You Need A Post-Nuptial Agreement

What To Do When You've Been Injured At Work

Your job is not just something you work hard at but something that is important to your livelihood. That’s why a workplace injury can be so devastating—missed time at work can mean missed paychecks and expensive medical bills.

Enter workers’ compensation. Designed (in many cases) to be the exclusive remedy for injuries that happen on the job, each state is different when it comes to filing claims and collecting these important benefits. The workers’ compensation system can sometimes be complicated with very specific procedural requirements before your claim will be accepted.

For that reason and many others, working with a workers’ compensation attorney can help make sure you get approved for these important benefits.

What To Do When Your Child Custody Agreement Fails

There are a lot of reasons why we go through a divorce and hence child custody agreements are put into place. But more often than not, these agreements fail. How do you deal with it when it happens? Or better yet, is there a way to avoid going through all that mess? Stay tuned.

Adoption Home Study Tips - Jennifer Bliss, PsyD

Jennifer Bliss, PsyD, shares advice for parents looking to adopt a child on how to prepare for a successful home study.

The Pros And Cons Of Getting A Prenup

Laurie Barry, the Senior VP of Wealth Management at UBS, joins us to share her tips to couples considering a prenuptial agreement.

How to Advocate & Negotiate in Your Custody Case

If you're going to advocate and negotiate that you should get an equal parenting time arrangement or shared custody or perhaps the other parents should not get any parenting time or supervised parenting time, you have to be not only convinced in your heart of hearts but you have to be able to articulate it to the judge.

Workers' Compensation v. Disability Insurance

Workers' Compensation v. Disability Insurance

Can You Withhold Child Support if Visitation is Being Denied?

Child support and parenting time are two different things and you can't condition one upon the other. What that means is you can't condition you having to pay child support based on the fact that you're not getting parenting time. They are two independent obligations.

How A Prenup Works

Ani Mason, a New York-based divorce lawyer and mediator, recently noticed more clients were asking her to prepare prenuptial agreements.

How To Be Super Prepared for Your Custody Court Hearing

When you get a trial set for your custody case there's a lot of things you need to do to get ready. These are just a few of the things you can do to be really prepared (plus my number one tip for organizing your notes for custody court).

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits

Should My Child Fly? | Sharing Custody During COVID

If you are sharing custody what are parents to do if the child is supposed to be flying either across the country or in some cases across the world or to another country?

What Options Are There To Collect Child Support Arrears Owed?

What options are there to collect child support arrears owed?

What You Need To Know About Prenuptial Agreements

How do you know if a prenup is right for you? Hear why an estate management attorney says everyone getting married should consider one.

Five Factors That Determine The Outcome Of Divorce For Children

Going through a divorce is rough for all parties involved - especially the children. Unfortunately, kids are often stuck in this messy crossfire. But there are ways you can help your children better adjust to this process. Watch today's episode as I discuss five things you need to be mindful of, that affects your child's adjustment with your divorce!

Annulment Versus Divorce

There are various grounds upon which an annulment or a divorce could be granted by a court. The legal consequences could be very important, since an annulment basically erases a marriage, whereas a divorce simply terminates it.

Is A Postnuptial Agreement Right For You?

Some married couples are taking the unusual step of resetting the clock on money issues, both good and bad, with a legal document called a postnuptial agreement.

Here's How the Great Depression Brought on Social Security | History

Explore how the Great Depression of the 1930s forced America to consider having a social safety net, leading President FDR to sign the Social Security Act into law via his New Deal programs. Learn how Social Security has changed over time.

How To Divorce Peacefully

Divorce is never easy but there is no reason for it to destroy both of you. Watch this video as Dr. Paul Jenkins enlightens you to go to a better option of having your divorce peacefully and specific ways on how you can do it.

When Do You Need To Hire A Lawyer?

When Do You Need To Hire A Lawyer?

Workers Compensation Insurance Explained

Unfamiliar with workers compensation insurance? Learn the basics of workers comp, what it is, and why you may need it.

A Divorce Attorney Explains What's In a Prenuptial Agreement

Before this couple ties the knot, should they consider signing a prenuptial agreement? According to Vikki Ziegler, a divorce attorney who stars on Bravo’s Untying the Knot, it’s an important pre-marital step to consider.

Step Parent Adoption

If you are remarried and do not have a relationship with the other biological parent, you may be wondering if step-parent adoption is an option and how it works, among other things. Step-parent adoption represents a great chance for both you and your child (or children) to enjoy the increased security that comes with this legal arrangement. Studies have shown that there are tremendous psychological and emotional benefits to this type of family structure.

Simply put- a step parent adoption completely extinguishes the rights of the other biological parent and the step-parent becomes the legal parent of your child. In the event something were to ever happen to you, it would be the step-parent that would take guardianship of the child. While a step-parent adoption is not as complicated as other types of adoption, it is still a legal process that an experienced adoption attorney should help you with. This is especially true if there are issues with the biological parent, you are a same sex couple or you are in a situation where you each want to adopt children.

State laws vary by state and the sooner you get in touch with an attorney, the sooner you can celebrate this very exciting event.

Reasons A Parent Can Lose Custody

Child custody can get really messy and no parent would ever want to lose so watch out, here are reasons on how you could lose the battle.

What is Joint Custody?

Learn more about what joint custody means

How To Win Child Custody

Winning child custody requires doing the opposite of what you expect. You are going through one of the hardest things you could ever face, and I have some advice that can drastically make things better, for you and your child.

Dealing With Debt From Divorce

Unfortunately, debt and divorce too often go hand in hand. In some instances, it was the debt that drove the couple to divorce. In other, it was the divorce that drove the individuals into debt. Whatever the cause, dealing with major debt amidst a divorce makes the already emotional process all the more frustrating. An attorney can help you get a handle on the debt and so much more.

Who Has Custody Of A Child Born Out Of Wedlock?

The law is clear that when a child is born within a marriage, it is the product of the marriage but that's not always the case. If you've got questions regarding a child custody out of wedlock, here's an informational video just for you.

UnPHILtered: What To Ask Yourself Before You Divorce

Dr. Phil offers advice and questions to ask yourself to determine if you are truly ready to divorce.

Understanding the Social Security Disability Process

If you are going through the Social Security Disability process of filing a claim, it may be helpful to work with someone who knows the in's and out's of this complicated system


At Hodson & Mullin, we know disabled people need help. Faced with a possible lifetime of great physical pain and a frightening financial future, many are so overwhelmed they don't know where to turn. At Hodson & Mullin we not only understand, we effectively steer our eligible clients through the Social Security Disability application and appeal processes, with countless successful cases over the decades.

At our firm, a highly experienced legal assistant will spend a great deal of time working with you and gathering records and information to perfect your claim, but your legal questions will be answered by an experienced attorney.

We are registered with the Social Security Administration and when necessary, we appear at actual hearings throughout Northern California to present our clients’ cases effectively, with an eye toward the most favorable outcomes.

Most of our experienced legal assistants are fluent in both English and Spanish, so language is never a barrier to obtaining results.

We are happy to meet with you for an initial consultation without charge to you, and you incur no costs at all unless and until your case is resolved and you receive a settlement or benefits. Schedule an appointment with us today at our Vacaville or Fairfield offices!

Separation vs Divorce

Are you unsure about the future of your marriage? Here are some tips to help you explore the difference between separation and divorce.

What A Prenup Needs To Include To Make It Valid And Balanced For Both Parties

An asset protection attorney offers tips on what to include when writing a prenup and why each side must get something to make the agreement valid.

How to Prove the Best Interest of the Child

When going through your divorce process, you will encounter something that seems mysterious and maybe even arbitrary to you—a judge's decision about who receives custody and visitation rights. It's also probably one of the things that worries you the most. You fear having restricted access to your children who you love dearly, and you might think an arbitrary decision from a judge might bar you from seeing your children on a regular basis.

While there is no formula for custody and visitation, with each case evaluated on its own merits, there are some factors that you and your attorney can consider when strategizing.

International Adoption

Learn more about international adoption in this video.

Requirements for Child Custody Modification In Your State

One of the most common questions I get is whether or not child custody can be changed or modified once a judge makes a decision.

How To Prepare To Meet With Your Attorney

Before meeting with an attorney, follow these quick steps.

Expert Advice: What Having A Postnup Really Means

Is a postnuptial agreement helpful in dealing with issues that may crop up inside an existing marriage? Estate Management Attorney, Ann-Margaret Carrozza, says a postnup provides much more than just ‘exit rules’ in the event of a divorce.

Adoption Home Study Tips - Jennifer Bliss, PsyD

Jennifer Bliss, PsyD, shares advice for parents looking to adopt a child on how to prepare for a successful home study.

Suze Orman's Take On Getting A Prenuptial Agreement!

Financial expert SUZE ORMAN takes questions from the audience and gives them financial advice.

What To Do When You've Been Injured At Work

Your job is not just something you work hard at but something that is important to your livelihood. That’s why a workplace injury can be so devastating—missed time at work can mean missed paychecks and expensive medical bills.

Enter workers’ compensation. Designed (in many cases) to be the exclusive remedy for injuries that happen on the job, each state is different when it comes to filing claims and collecting these important benefits. The workers’ compensation system can sometimes be complicated with very specific procedural requirements before your claim will be accepted.

For that reason and many others, working with a workers’ compensation attorney can help make sure you get approved for these important benefits.

How Do You Communicate When Trying to Co-Parent with a High-Conflict Ex?

Karen Dorsey who is a Certified Divorce Coach and Mediator shares how you can communicate when you're trying to co-parent with a high-conflict ex using the BIFF method developed by Bill Eddy.

Social Security Disability

What is Social Security Disability? Watch to learn more

When A Child is Afraid of The Other Parent | Child Custody

When you are sharing custody, what do you do when your child is expressing fears such as saying they are afraid of the other parent or they don't want to go to the other parent’s house?

*This should not be considered legal advice

Closed Adoption

In a closed adoption, birth parents and adoptive parents work through an agency or another third party. 

They do not have contact with one another and care is taken to prevent each party from learning the other's identity. While information about the child's medical history and other important factors are provided to the adoptive parents, information about the birth parents is kept sealed.

Traditionally, adoptees would need a court order to get that information released. However, since the late 1990s some states have begun to allow adoptees over the age of 18 to have the records released without a court order. This is consistent with a growing trend in this country toward open adoptions.

If you have a question about a closed adoption, or are seeking to learn more information about a birth parent, contact an adoption attorney in your area today

Preparing for Video and Audio Custody Hearings During COVID-19

Join Wendy Hernandez and the Honorable Elizabeth Hurley as they discuss family law, the COVID Crisis (as it relates to family law) and other things. You definitely don't want to miss it.

Private Adoption

Learn more about private adoption in this video.

Can a DUI Affect Child Custody?

How bad is a DUI on a parent's record when it comes to custody? It depends on different things such as when that DUI happened, was the person convicted, and what are the terms of the conviction.

What is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

Learn about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the two rules to receive it.

At Hodson & Mullin, we know disabled people need help. Faced with a possible lifetime of great physical pain and a frightening financial future, many are so overwhelmed they don't know where to turn. At Hodson & Mullin we not only understand, we effectively steer our eligible clients through the Social Security Disability application and appeal processes, with countless successful cases over the decades. 

 https://www.hodsonandmullin.com

Is Child Support Retroactive?

One reason to file for custody or child support is that child support can be, in some cases, retroactive. If you're separated from your ex and you've never filed for custody or child support it's something you need to think about.

Termination Of Child Support

A parent can petition the family court to terminate child support obligations when the child is no longer eligible for such support. The parent must file what's usually called an "Affidavit for Termination of Child Support" or something similar. It is a standardized court form which usually allows the parent to simply check-the-box for the reason why the support is no longer needed -- such as the child reached the age of majority, got married, became emancipated, or in some cases simply became self-supporting, rendering payment of support to the other parent unnecessary.

Workers Compensation For Mental Health Injuries

If you suffer from a mental health injury, such as post-traumatic stress syndrome or depression, then you know that a mental health injury can be every bit as debilitating as a physical injury. In many states, you can receive workers compensation for mental health injuries incurred on the job.

The Pros And Cons Of Getting A Prenup

Laurie Barry, the Senior VP of Wealth Management at UBS, joins us to share her tips to couples considering a prenuptial agreement.

Confused About How Parenting Time Works During COVID-19? | A Judge Weighs In

Since COVID-19 schools all over the country are no longer officially in session and we're doing this distance learning thing. As a result, there's confusion between parents about how we should be treating time with the children especially in situations where both parents are home.

How Are You Supposed to Co-parent During COVID-19

Clinical Social Worker from Sharp Mesa Vista, Maricar Jenkins, joined Morning Extra to help guide people through this tough time.

The Best Adoption Surprise Compilation That Will Melt Your Heart

Lets remember and be grateful for that, that matters most... family! Here is a tear jerking compilation of others getting that gift as well! Please enjoy.

Parenting Time Guidelines During COVID-19

Parenting Time Guidelines During COVID-19

Family Law : Questions to Ask a Divorce Lawyer

Questions to ask a divorce lawyer should center around their experience, their connections with judges, the outcome of their past cases and who they usually represent. Prepare a list of questions in writing with advice from a certified family mediator in this video on family law.

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits

How A Prenup Works

Ani Mason, a New York-based divorce lawyer and mediator, recently noticed more clients were asking her to prepare prenuptial agreements.

Fear, Anxiety, COVID and Custody

Fear, Anxiety, COVID and Custody

Child Custody & Coronavirus: Sharing Custody When One Parent is Sick

As a family law attorney, I am getting more and more questions from parents who share custody and are struggling during this coronavirus pandemic. One of the dilemmas parents are facing is whether to send the child to a parent who is sick when they are sharing parenting time duties.

If you're in this situation whether you're the sick parent or the healthy parent I want you to go to the thing that I always tell you to go to and that is what is in the best interest of the children. That is always the guiding principle when making decisions about your kids. I'm confident that any judge in the nation and in the world at this point is going to tell you the same thing.

Control What You Can: Tip #2 - Casting Your Vision

In my first video on tips to control what you can I talked about reading. Today I want to talk about casting your vision and I know that sounds a little crazy to some people but it's really important because it's very easy in times like this to get weighed down by the bad things that are happening or the past experiences that we've had in the past.

Control What You Can: Tip #1 Read To Feed Your Mind

"There are so many things in our life that we cannot control. There are things that are going to happen that there is absolutely nothing we can do to control it. This is the situation that we all find ourselves in right now. We can't control this pandemic so the best we can do is to control ourselves and our minds.

Child Custody & Coronavirus: Sharing Custody When One Parent is Sick

As a family law attorney, I am getting more and more questions from parents who share custody and are struggling during this coronavirus pandemic. One of the dilemmas parents are facing is whether to send the child to a parent who is sick when they are sharing parenting time duties.

How To Calculator Your Retirement Benefits Based Your Personal Earnings History

Use the Retirement Calculator in your personal my Social Security account to get personalized benefit estimates that are closer to what your actual benefit will be when you’re ready to start receiving them. You can also get a better understanding of how when you begin receiving benefits affects the monthly amount you can expect to receive. Learn more: http://ow.ly/5XTj50yMReK

How to Get Better at Being in the Child Custody Courtroom

How to Get Better at Being in the Child Custody Courtroom

Is A Good Divorce Better Than A Bad Marriage For Kids?

Media commentator and friend of the show John Caldwell joins us to talk about the question: is it better to divorce, than to stay together for the sake of the children?

How to Save Your Marriage (2020 Edition)

Hey, Brad Browning here… and in this video, I’m going to tell you exactly how you can save your marriage today, even if you’re the only one putting in the effort. I’ve covered this topic before on my channel, but since then, I’ve discovered some brand-new tips and tricks that will help you build a stronger and more resilient marriage.

Your Responsibility When It Comes To Your Custody Case

Your Responsibility When It Comes To Your Custody Case

The 3 Things Your Spouse Needs To Hear Every Day

It is every couple's dream to live together in forever after, and I believe that is absolutely possible. Would you like to keep the bond of you and your spouse happy and strong? In this video, I will share 3 tips on what your spouse may need to hear every single day. Stay tuned!

Top Ten Tips For Divorce

Are you struggling because you don't where to turn, now that you are getting a divorce? Divorcing Divas offer their Top Ten Tips to help you get through the legal, financial, and emotional hurdles of divorce. Learn that you are not alone. Hear practical advice on where to go to get support. Remember: it's not the end... it's the beginning.

Workers Compensation Insurance Explained

Unfamiliar with workers compensation insurance? Learn the basics of workers comp, what it is, and why you may need it.

Here's How the Great Depression Brought on Social Security | History

Explore how the Great Depression of the 1930s forced America to consider having a social safety net, leading President FDR to sign the Social Security Act into law via his New Deal programs. Learn how Social Security has changed over time.

When Do You Need To Hire A Lawyer?

When Do You Need To Hire A Lawyer?

Having Realistic Expectations In Your Child Custody Case

Having Realistic Expectations In Your Child Custody Case

What is Joint Custody?

What is Joint Custody?

Facts About Divorce - 20 Facts About Divorce Statistics

Facts About Divorce - 20 Facts About Divorce Statistics

The Sacred Cows Of Marriage And Divorce

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Astro and his wife, Danielle, bring a fresh and startling perspective on marriage and divorce.

Disrupting the Divorce Experience. Defining Your Next Chapter.

When faced with the life-altering reality of a marriage ending, everything seems dire. After encountering this herself, Sadie Bjornstad set off to understand why the divorce process is so isolating and clouded with negativity. What’s more, she seeks to establish clarity in how to shape life after divorce. Her research has led her to meet with women across the country and uncover common themes to their experiences. Now Sadie shares the foundation she’s created for navigating relationship transitions on a positive, connected path toward revival and renewal. Sadie is a veteran of healthcare marketing, with over 10 years of experience in professional pharmaceutical marketing. Sadie has supported brands that reach patients struggling with mental disorders such as bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder, and most recently, patients with IBD. Sadie is also the founder of the women’s network, XO Community, which focuses on bringing resources and community for those going through a transition in their relationship. Sadie graduated with a Degree with Distinction from University of Delaware, where she received a scholarship to play Division 1 volleyball. She later received her MBA from Roosevelt University in Chicago. Sadie is an avid beach volleyball player and yoga enthusiast. Sadie’s true joy comes from spending time with her daughter, working in the community, and being with her extended family

How To Win Child Custody

Winning child custody requires doing the opposite of what you expect. You are going through one of the hardest things you could ever face, and I have some advice that can drastically make things better, for you and your child.

Top 10 Signs Your Marriage Is Failing (#9 Will Blow Your Mind!)

Top 10 Signs Your Marriage Is Failing (#9 will blow your mind!)

Rebuilding A Relationship After A Separation

When people go through a separation, they often get sucked into a complicated dynamic that involves a lot of anger, sadness, and negativity. However, rebuilding the relationship can sometimes be crucial - especially if children are involved. In today's episode, we're going to talk about how this can be done successfully.

Things You Should Do Six Weeks Before Your Child Custody Trial

In this CTC live replay, Wendy Hernandez, family law attorney, talks about things that you should be doing six weeks prior to your custody trial and answering your questions. Generally speaking this is what I do 6 weeks before a custody trial. However, remember deadlines differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. In part 1 I talk about checking your local rules, reading the judge’s minute entries, calendaring deadlines, and the difference between disclosing exhibits and exchanging exhibits.

Taking the Emotion Out Of Your Case

Taking the Emotion Out Of Your Case

Does The Child's Voice Matter?

Does The Child's Voice Matter?

Phone Scammers Impersonating Social Security Administration

There is a new warning about a rapidly growing phone scam where criminals call pretending to be from the Social Security Administration. The FTC says they want your social security number and money. The scheme has already cost consumers millions of dollars. Anna Werner reports.

Helping Divorced Women Start Over: Applying What I Learned

It’s difficult for working mothers to manage a household and a career, which forces many to exit the workforce to focus on their families. This leaves them at a great disadvantage when they divorce. Their troubles are only magnified when child support and alimony issues arise. Oraynab Jwayyed discusses the obstacles that hold divorced mothers back and how they, and their community, can overcome them.

What Options Are There To Collect Child Support Arrears Owed?

What options are there to collect child support arrears owed?

4 Habits of ALL Successful Relationships

ALL relationships face a similar set of hurdles. We all need to be equipped to get over the hurdles, so that our relationships don’t just survive, but thrive. Based on over 20+ years’ experience of working with countless couples, Dr. Andrea & Jon Taylor-Cummings share their observations of the 4 fundamental habits that all successful relationships exhibit.

What is Joint Custody?

What is Joint Custody?

Happy New Year! Watch Cities Around The World Ring In 2020 | USA TODAY

As we enter a new decade, join the New Year's celebration around the globe.