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Men's Divorce
In this episode, our host, Scott Trout, CEO & Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell, talks with Cassandra Lelek, Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator. Together, they discuss the challenges faced by military members when going through a divorce, including child custody and what happens with benefits for ex-spouses.
Mr. Trout and Ms. Lelek provide a clear look at how being in the military can affect your divorce. They talk about what happens with the kids when one parent is a service member and give practical advice on how to handle legal issues and benefits during this time.
Tune in to the Men’s Divorce Podcast to get the knowledge you need to navigate family law and military service. With Mr. Trout and Ms. Lelek, you’ll have the guidance to make informed decisions during this period, ensuring the best outcomes for you and your family.
If you are facing divorce and not sure where to turn, contact a Cordell & Cordell divorce attorney.
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In this episode, our host, Scott Trout, CEO & Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell, is joined by Patrick Kelly, Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator. Together, they delve into the essence of fatherhood, examining the weighty responsibilities, challenges, and rewards that come with this role.
Mr. Trout and Mr. Kelly reflect on the impact dads have on their children’s lives, from imparting values and guidance to providing emotional support and stability. They also share some memories from their own journey within fatherhood.
Throughout this episode, you’ll gain an understanding of the significance of fatherhood and the bonds it creates. Mr. Trout and Mr. Kelly emphasize the importance of being a steadfast presence in your children’s lives, nurturing their development, and fostering connections that last a lifetime.
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Scott Trout, CEO & Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell is back. This week he sits down with Christina Manthie, Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator. Together, the pair dive into the recent changes in custody, spousal support, and paternity laws.
Mr. Trout and Ms. Manthie discuss how these legal updates can affect your divorce case. They explore how the rules around child custody, spousal support calculations, and paternity issues have evolved. Throughout this episode, you’ll gain a better understanding of what these legal changes may mean for you. Mr. Trout and Ms. Manthie provide details on protecting your rights and making sense of these shifting legal landscapes.
Tune in to the Men’s Divorce Podcast to stay informed and confidently handle the changes in custody, spousal support, and paternity laws. With insights from Mr. Trout and Ms. Manthie, you’ll be well-prepared to face these legal challenges and secure the best outcomes for you and your family.
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CEO & Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell, Scott Trout is joined by Cordell & Cordell Litigation Partner, Dorothy Walsh Ripka to discuss the challenges faced by divorced families when it comes to the back-to-school season. Join Mr. Trout and Ms. Ripka as they discuss the unique dynamics that come into play when divorce and […]
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Join our host, Scott Trout, CEO and Executive/Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell, and his guest, Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator, Kevin Mammola. In this episode, they explore the mechanics of child support and alimony, providing an examination of these components within divorce and family law. They break down the workings of child support and […]
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Join our host, Scott Trout, the CEO and Executive/Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell, and his guest, Matthew Branson, Cordell & Cordell Litigation Attorney, as they explore the crossroads between divorce and religious beliefs. In this episode, Mr. Trout and Mr. Branson delve into the topic of divorce and religion, exploring the intricate ways these […]
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Executive/Managing Partner and CEO, Scott Trout, is joined by Senior Litigation Attorney, Chelsea Williamson to provide practical guidance and support for men seeking to rebuild their lives after divorce. During the divorce process, it can be difficult to think about what happens after. Often, men are left feeling lost and unsure of the next steps. […]
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In this episode, Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner and CEO Scott Trout is joined by Cordell & Cordell Senior Litigation Attorney, Christian Skordos. Together they delve into the subject of your role as a witness in your case, discussing the do’s and don’ts to ensure your testimony is effective and impactful. During this episode, Mr. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner and CEO Scott Trout is joined by Cordell & Cordell Litigation Partner, William Halaz, to shed light on the differences between criminal cases and family law matters. In this episode, Mr. Trout and Mr. Halaz provide valuable insights specifically tailored to men on navigating the complexities of divorce and family […]
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Join Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner and CEO Scott Trout, in another insightful episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast. In this episode, Mr. Trout is joined by Danielle Kulik, a Senior Litigation Attorney at Cordell & Cordell, to delve into the crucial topic of knowing your rights during the appeals process in divorce cases. Going […]
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Join Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing partner, CEO Scott Trout, and Cordell & Cordell Senior Litigation Attorney, Rachel Schmidt, in a discussion on men’s mental health during divorce. This episode sheds light on the unique emotional challenges men face and provides practical strategies for resilience. Mr. Trout and Ms. Schmidt address societal expectations, loss, and personal […]
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In this episode of Men’s Divorce Podcast, Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, engages in a captivating conversation with Jason Buhlinger, a partner at Armanino, about the critical topics of divorce, financial issues, and tracing income. Together, they explore the complexities involved in divorce proceedings and provide insights on navigating financial challenges effectively. […]
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In this episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast, Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout is joined by Cordell & Cordell attorney, Victoria Carrasco, to discuss the often complex and confusing financial issues that can arise during divorce. They explore common financial topics, such as property division, spousal support, and child support, and provide […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, is joined by Cordell & Cordell Litigation Partner, Dorothy Walsh Ripka. Together they discuss how to be the most effective client you can be in your divorce case. In this episode, Mr. Trout and Ms. Ripka cover how to be an active client in your case. Often, […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, is joined by Cordell & Cordell Litigation Attorney, Ariel Peres, and Cordell & Cordell Senior Litigation Attorney, Gretel Smith. In this episode, the group dives into the importance of avoiding a restraining order during your divorce. Together the attorneys walk you through an overview of where a […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, is joined by Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator, Erin Zielinski, and their guest, Gabrielle Clemens, an author and certified divorce financial analyst. Together the group discusses the options that you have once you have made the decision to go through with the divorce, such as dividing your […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, is joined by Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator, Kumudha Kumarachandran. Together they sit down to discuss how to be the star witness in your case. Being an effective witness to your case is important because no one else will be able to tell your story the way […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, sits down with Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator, Kristina Cervone. On this episode, Mr. Trout and Ms. Cervone discuss the do’s and don’ts of courtroom attire. When preparing for an appearance in court, you need to be concerned about more than just what you’ll say or how […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout, is joined by Litigation Partner, William Halaz, to explore the divorce process and how to calculate the impact marital separation may have on your retirement. In the newest episode of “The Economics of Divorce” series, Mr. Trout and Mr. Halaz sit down to discuss the aftermath of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Senior Litigation Attorney Asa Neff discuss men being victims of domestic violence as it relates to divorce cases. The entire concept of men being victims of domestic violence is often considered taboo and brushed under the rug. Mr. Trout and Mr. Neff bring to light how […]
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Cordell & Cordell Co-Founder/Principal Partner Joseph E. Cordell and Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout kick off their podcast series covering the economics of divorce. In this series, Mr. Cordell and Mr. Trout take a deep dive into the many different financial implications of divorce, including how individuals can calculate an estimate of how much their […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Iana Benjamin discuss the concept of fairness as it relates to divorce cases. Many guys get frustrated during the divorce process because they feel they are being treated unfairly, but as Mr. Trout and Ms. Benjamin explain, that entire concept is relative in family […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Senior Litigation Attorney Daniel Gvertz discuss the nature of child custody disputes. Mr. Trout and Mr. Gvertz explain the importance of being upfront with clients during initial consultations about how there really aren’t winners when it comes to custody battles, but only degrees of losing. They […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Jill Massey discuss the mediation process and common roadblocks that they see often preventing divorce settlement. They discuss the purpose of mediation, the importance of setting reasonable expectations before going into mediation, why attorneys need to do their best to prepare their clients for […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Michael Carano Jr. discuss how to effective communicate when co-parenting with your ex-spouse. They discuss the importance of communicating effectively when co-parenting, its potential impact on your parenting time, how to communicate when your ex is disagreeable, tools for proper communication when co-parenting, and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Lauren Gilbert to discuss how to discover hidden income and assets during the divorce process. Mr. Trout and Ms. Gilbert discuss the tactic of hiding income and assets during divorce (and why you shouldn’t do it), the discovery process, depositions and appraisals, other mechanisms […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Dorothy Walsh Ripka discuss the important facts your divorce lawyer needs to know and how you can prepare to best help them in your case. During initial consultations, divorce attorneys need to learn about your history and need to understand your goals for your […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Milwaukee divorce attorney Chelsea Williamson discuss some of the reasons divorce cases tend to be so expensive and offer tips and strategies to help you reduce costs. Just about everyone walks away from divorce with less than what they had when they started, but Mr. Trout […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and a Cordell & Cordell divorce attorney discuss Child Protective Services and the role it can play in your family law case. They explain what CPS is, why the department tends to be overstaffed and underworked, how you should deal with CPS when it gets involved in […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Will Halaz discuss what a typical trial looks like in family law. Trial is one of the aspects of divorce that make many guys nervous because they do not know what to expect. Mr. Trout and Mr. Halaz unpack some of the mystery of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Jacksonville divorce attorney Christina Wilford discuss celebrity divorces in popular culture and what ordinary people can learn from those breakups that can help with their own case. Although celebrity couples who split up might seem unrelatable due to their extraordinary wealth, there are often lessons to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Fayetteville divorce attorney Nicholas Granade discuss the ins and outs of divorce settlements and explain the scenarios when it makes sense to agree to a settlement rather than go to court. Mr. Trout and Mr. Granade review the different factors that should go into this decision-making […]
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Cordell & Cordell Co-Founder and Principal Partner Joe Cordell and Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout kick off the first episode of a podcast series about financial forecasting for divorce. In this series, Mr. Cordell and Mr. Trout seek to provide listeners with a framework for analyzing finances at the outset of the divorce process. They […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Charleston divorce attorney Ryan Phillips discuss the circumstances when it might be worthwhile to utilize a private investigator in your divorce case. Mr. Trout and Mr. Phillips explain how PIs are traditionally used in family law, their potential cost, possible downsides, factors to consider when deciding […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Scottsdale divorce attorney Kristina Cervone go over eight additional common mistakes men frequently make during the divorce process. With years of experience practicing family law, Mr. Trout and Ms. Cervone understand the common divorce missteps made by guys going through divorce, their consequences, and how to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Greenwood Village divorce attorney Michael Mantia discuss how to navigate the divorce process while holding onto your retirement savings. Asset division leaves a lot of guys holding the short end of the stick after retirement counts are divvied up. Mr. Trout and Mr. Mantia explain the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout explains the most important dos and don’ts to consider regarding child support. Many guys paying child support end up making major mistakes that end up costing them an unnecessary amount of money. Mr. Trout explains how to avoid the most common mistakes and ensure you are not paying […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Allentown divorce attorney Cassandra Colombo discuss issues that can arise when relocating after divorce. Many divorce and child custody orders include relocation provisions that should be reviewed carefully before making any sort of move. These provisions can sometimes be triggered even if the move is only a […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Dallas divorce attorney Angela Yu review the most effective ways to prepare for a virtual court hearing in your family case. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, many court hearings have moved virtual. Mr. Trout and Ms. Yu go over proper etiquette, the proper way to prepare, and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Louisville divorce attorney Victoria Caraballo discuss effective ways to prepare for your family law case and ways you can assist your attorney with the process. Click the link above to listen to the full podcast episode. Also make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or whichever podcast app you […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Jacksonville divorce attorney Christina Wilford discuss how to effectively manage multiple family law cases at once during the divorce process. When going through a family law issue, it is common to be faced with several different aspects and possibly even multiple cases. For example, when going through […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and St. Charles divorce attorney Dylan Briggs discuss the potential role of a Guardian Ad Litem in a divorce case. Mr. Trout and Mr. Briggs review the scenarios in which a GAL might be utilized during a case and offer tips for asking for one to be assigned as […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Jacksonville divorce attorney Alexandria Mederos talk about the most important tasks to make sure you take care of following divorce. Too often, guys make the mistake of assuming once their divorce agreement is finalized that all their work is done. In reality, there are some critical tasks to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Edina divorce attorney Melissa Taylor discuss the importance of focusing on the things you can control during the divorce process. Typically, there are quite a few things that happen during the course of a family law case that are going to be outside of your control. However, in your preparation […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Ann Arbor divorce attorney Jennifer Paine dive into the topic of men and domestic violence in family law cases. There are many misconceptions concerning the subject of domestic violence in divorce, and a lot of them are harmful for guys. Some common stereotypes include that men […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Charleston divorce attorney Andrew Pitchford review temporary hearings in family law matters. Temporary hearings, referred to in some states as pendente lite hearings, are typically the first interaction that any litigant has in any family law case. These hearings seek some sort of preliminary order until […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and and Edina divorce attorney explain what options exist to appeal family law judgements.
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Tulsa divorce attorney Colby Pearce discuss common law marriage, including its history, whether it applies in your family law case, how it works, and more. Click the link above to listen to the full podcast episode. Also make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or whichever podcast app you […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Tulsa divorce attorney Colby Pearce discuss common law marriage, including its history, whether it applies in your family law case, how it works, and more.
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Amherst divorce attorney Shannon Howley discuss what you need to know about child support modifications. The majority of divorced fathers end up with monthly child support payments and there are many reasons why you might eventually need to file for a child support modification. Mr. Trout and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Amherst divorce attorney Shannon Howley discuss what you need to know about child support modifications.
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout breaks down juvenile dependency hearings. A juvenile dependency hearing is generally held to determine whether a child’s parent or guardian is abusive or neglectful. In these cases, the juvenile court might temporarily or permanently remove the child from the parent or guardian’s home for their protection. Mr. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Clearfield divorce attorney Melissa DeClue discuss the various ways age can impact divorce.
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Jacksonville divorce attorney Chauntel Miller review paternity and child support actions. Mr. Trout and Ms. Miller explain the define what these actions do, the role they play in divorce and family law matters, and the most important things you should know them. Click the link above to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Fayetteville divorce attorney Nicholas Granade discuss strategies divorcing men can utilize to minimize their exposure to alimony.
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Bedford divorce attorney Chantal Crawley discuss the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). The ICWA is a federal statute that was enacted in the 1970s to help protect children who are either members of a Native American tribe or enrolled in a Native American tribe in the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Philadelphia divorce attorney Maura Boogay talk about the different shared parenting apps that can be used when dealing with child custody matters. In recent years, a number of apps have emerged to help divorced parents more effectively co-parent. These apps typically allow parents to share calendars, documents, […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Cranberry Township divorce attorney Ashley Folio Morgan discuss the various ways social media usage can factor into a divorce or family law case. More and more, how a person interacts on social media apps and websites is being considered in family law. It can impact whether or not […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Springfield divorce attorney Marilynn Dye discuss the different parenting classes that are often required when a couple with children goes through divorce.
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Baltimore divorce attorney Matthew Rudo discuss how child custody is determined during separation periods prior to court orders being issued. While child custody will eventually be determined by the court, many parents are confused about their custodial rights during the interim separation period as they wait for those […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Bedford divorce attorney Jessica Ugarte review tips for when you have to testify in court for your divorce. It is crucial when going through a family law matter to craft a testimony that communicates your story and positions you to effectively make your case to the judge. Mr. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Pittsburgh divorce attorney Kimberly Nason give tips for divorced dads who are forced to deal with an uncooperative ex when co-parenting. Even after divorce, it is usually necessary to maintain some sort of a relationship with your ex-spouse if the two of you have children as you […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Pittsburgh divorce attorney Kimberly Nason give tips for divorced dads who are forced to deal with an uncooperative ex when co-parenting. Even after divorce, it is usually necessary to maintain some sort of a relationship with your ex-spouse if the two of you have children as you […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Chattanooga divorce attorney Kellan Potts discuss how to deal with inconvenient facts in your divorce case. Many guys going through a divorce or child custody case will lie or try to hide facts about themselves that reflect poorly and could damage their case. However, that can backfire and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Jacksonville divorce attorney Christina Wilford discuss the topic of standing family law orders. Ms. Wilford outlines what purpose standing orders serve in family law and explains why they are important. They then discuss how they can be a pitfall for many guys going through the divorce process. Click […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Jacksonville divorce attorney Christina Wilford discuss the topic of standing family law orders. Ms. Wilford outlines what purpose standing orders serve in family law and explains why they are important. They then discuss how they can be a pitfall for many guys going through the divorce process. Click […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Cranberry Township divorce attorney Ashley Folio Morgan discuss issues concerning support and alimony and how earning capacity is determined and might affect how much those payments are. Although an individual might not show much income on paper, a court can determine that their earning capacity is much higher and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Dallas divorce attorney Lauren Gilbert talk about courses of actions fathers have to enforce visitation during the divorce process. Nothing makes a dad feel more helpless than being denied access to his children. Unfortunately, this happens far too often in family law proceedings. Fortunately, fathers do have […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Dallas divorce attorney Lauren Gilbert talk about courses of actions fathers have to enforce visitation during the divorce process. Nothing makes a dad feel more helpless than being denied access to his children. Unfortunately, this happens far too often in family law proceedings. Fortunately, fathers do have […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Richmond divorce attorney Jacob Smith discuss the strategy of recording conversations in order to use them as evidence in a family law case. Many guys are tempted to try to catch their ex in the act by recording a conversation that does not reflect well on the opposing party. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Richmond divorce attorney Jacob Smith discuss the strategy of recording conversations in order to use them as evidence in a family law case. Many guys are tempted to try to catch their ex in the act by recording a conversation that does not reflect well on the opposing party. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Hartford divorce attorney Alix Ritter talk about the different roles that Guardian ad Litems and Attorney ad Litems can play in divorce and child custody proceedings. While both play roles in looking out for the best interest of the children in a divorce case, GALs serve as in an […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and St. Louis divorce attorney Dan Cuneo go through what you should know before you meet with a divorce attorney for the first time. Your initial consultation could set the stage for how the rest of your case progresses. Listen as Mr. Trout and Mr. Cuneo explain what prep […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and St. Louis divorce attorney Dan Cuneo go through what you should know before you meet with a divorce attorney for the first time. Your initial consultation could set the stage for how the rest of your case progresses. Listen as Mr. Trout and Mr. Cuneo explain what […]
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We continue their discussion about defined benefit retirement plans and how they are split during the divorce process. Our attorneys run through the basics or defined benefit plans and explain how they are defined and how they are often split during the process of asset division. Listen to part one of their conversation for more […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout discusses the property division process in divorce and what guys can do to make sure their assets are protected. One of the most common concerns guys have when going through divorce is that they could lose many of the assets and property they have worked hard for. Mr. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Boston divorce attorney Andrew Ordyna-Pimentel review some of the most essential child support basics such as why child support is assigned, what the payments can be used for, whether the amount can be modified, and more. Many guys grow frustrated with monthly child support payments when […]
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In the latest episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast provide an overview of defined contribution accounts and how they are divided in divorce. Defined contribution plans are a type of retirement account owned by the individual participant, which gives it a tax-preferred status. Our attorneys review the intricacies of these accounts, their tax implications, what […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Charleston divorce attorney Ryan Phillips talk about the different ways contempt can play a role in family law matters. Contempt can factor into your divorce in a number of ways. You might want to hold your ex-spouse in contempt for not following an order, or you might end […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Andrew Ordyna-Pimentel discuss prenuptial agreements and what they can and can’t cover. There is a stereotype that prenups can be a precursor to divorce. However, these agreements are actual very useful tools that can help ensure both parties have their most important assets protected in the event […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Allentown divorce attorney Cara Phillips discuss the different types of relief motions available in child custody and divorce matters: emergency relief and special relief. Although similar, these motions have important differences and you should be aware of the purpose of each before filing. Mr. Trout and Ms. Phillips […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Allentown divorce attorney Cara Phillips discuss the different types of relief motions available in child custody and divorce matters: emergency relief and special relief. Although similar, these motions have important differences and you should be aware of the purpose of each before filing. Mr. Trout and Ms. Phillips […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout discusses the issue of double dipping during business valuations in divorce. This common problem in family law cases occurs when a court considers the value of a business during property division as well as the income generated from that business when determining spousal support or child support. This […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Virginia Beach divorce attorney Maggie McNamara discuss child and spousal support provisions and the impact they can have. Many guys end up paying child or spousal support and these provisions can impact your finances long after the final divorce agreement is signed. Listen to learn more about how these […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Virginia Beach divorce attorney Maggie McNamara discuss child and spousal support provisions and the impact they can have. Many guys end up paying child or spousal support and these provisions can impact your finances long after the final divorce agreement is signed. Listen to learn more about how these […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Richmond divorce attorney Jacob Smith discuss how dads should respond if their spouse flees the state with their children in the midst of a divorce or child custody case. It is not uncommon for one spouse to move away after a breakup, and if this occurs during the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Richmond divorce attorney Jacob Smith discuss how dads should respond if their spouse flees the state with their children in the midst of a divorce or child custody case. It is not uncommon for one spouse to move away after a breakup, and if this occurs during the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Mount Laurel divorce attorney Anthony Paolini explain how in many states parents are required to financially contribute to their children’s college education as part of their divorce agreement. With the costs of tuition soaring over the past couple decades, many parents fail to properly plan for this major expense, […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Mount Laurel divorce attorney Anthony Paolini explain how in many states parents are required to financially contribute to their children’s college education as part of their divorce agreement. With the costs of tuition soaring over the past couple decades, many parents fail to properly plan for this major expense, […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Bridget Landry run through what divorcing dads should know about child custody experts and the role they can play in the course of a child custody evaluation. During a child custody evaluation, experts such as psychologists or other mental health professionals are often called upon to help […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Tomekia Lee-Chaney define joint custody and explain how its meaning is commonly misunderstood. Some assume that joint custody is the same as shared 50/50 custody, but while joint custody entails some level of shared parental responsibility, it is not always an equal arrangement. Mr. Trout and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Dorothy Walsh Ripka break down the role that a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) can play in your child custody case. A guardian ad litem (GAL) is a person – typically an attorney – appointed by the court who represents the non-legal interest of a minor child in […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Jill Massey walk through what to expect if you are facing a hearing for a temporary protective order and what you can do to prepare. Temporary protective orders are one of the most abused statutes in all of family law and once issued can have a […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Jill Massey walk through what to expect if you are facing a hearing for a temporary protective order and what you can do to prepare. Temporary protective orders are one of the most abused statutes in all of family law and once issued can have a […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Marcie Patton-Coffman discuss the proper Zoom etiquette guys should follow when making virtual appearances for family law hearings. Divorce attorneys typically recommend tips when appearing before a judge in-person such as dressing professionally and being sure to act respectfully, but what about when the appearance is conducted […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Marcie Patton-Coffman discuss the proper Zoom etiquette guys should follow when making virtual appearances for family law hearings. Divorce attorneys typically recommend tips when appearing before a judge in-person such as dressing professionally and being sure to act respectfully, but what about when the appearance is conducted […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Pittsburgh divorce attorney Richard Julius review the role that children can potentially play in the midst of child custody litigation. Any time a couple with children goes through a divorce or separation, custody is a major issue that must be sorted out. Common questions include whether […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kelly Burris talk about the role that an accounting expert can play in your divorce on the latest episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast. Although many guys are reluctant to hire one, an accounting expert can be a crucial asset in helping your case. Mr. Trout […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Lisa Karges give tips for how guys can better prepare for evidentiary and testimonial hearings. Many times, divorce attorneys fail to do their due diligence when preparing clients for these important divorce attorneys and it ends up being a critical detriment to the rest of the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Lisa Karges give tips for how guys can better prepare for evidentiary and testimonial hearings. Many times, divorce attorneys fail to do their due diligence when preparing clients for these important divorce attorneys and it ends up being a critical detriment to the rest of the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Boston divorce attorney Andrew Ordyna review the most important financial statements to make sure you file during the divorce process. There are various financial forms and the procedures for each can vary from state to state. Mr. Trout and Mr. Ordyna define the most common financial statements […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Cleveland divorce attorney Carolyn Soeder discuss depositions and how they can be a valuable tool during divorce. Depositions are essentially one-sided hearings recorded and transcribed by court reporters that can then be used in a multitude of ways through the rest of your divorce case. The […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Cleveland divorce attorney Carolyn Soeder discuss depositions and how they can be a valuable tool during divorce. Depositions are essentially one-sided hearings recorded and transcribed by court reporters that can then be used in a multitude of ways through the rest of your divorce case. The […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Georgia divorce attorney Adam Sutton explain how the divorce process can sometimes play out differently depending on the community you live in. It is not often discussed, but many decisions regarding divorce cases are determined by the personal preferences and opinions of local judges, and that […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Baltimore divorce attorney Kumudha Kumarachandran discuss the process of hiring a divorce attorney. Although the decision to retain a divorce lawyer is often framed as a major expense, many guys end up costing themselves more money by going through the divorce process without legal representation. Having […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Baltimore divorce attorney Kumudha Kumarachandran discuss the process of hiring a divorce attorney. Although the decision to retain a divorce lawyer is often framed as a major expense, many guys end up costing themselves more money by going through the divorce process without legal representation. Having […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Minnesota attorney Melissa Taylor discuss what you need to know about child custody evaluations. Mr. Trout and Ms. Taylor describe the ins and outs of the process, including how guardians ad litem factor into the process, why showing that you are child-focused is essential in a custody evaluation, and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Texas Litigation Attorney Lauren Gilbert discuss the use of technology in divorce and child custody cases. Whether it is as simple as protecting yourself through the changing of passwords, or using text messages and emails in family court as evidence, technology can be a resource through the process. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Nebraska Regional Managing Attorney Jerrad Ahrens discuss the benefits of using experts in family court. They highlight how a vocational expert can provide evidence of earning potential, as well as how this can play into the sum of spousal support. Mr. Trout and Mr. Ahrens describe the impact […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Florida Litigation Attorney Christina Wilford talk about the child support depository and how it is utilized in select states. Ms. Wilford describes the pros and cons of directly paying to the department of revenue, which houses the child support depository in select states. She also emphasizes the importance […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Texas Senior Lead Litigator Tomekia Lee-Chaney describe the role that juries and judges play in divorces. With juries being a rarity dependent on the state in family court, Ms. Lee-Chaney describes the use of a jury trial in family court as a purposeful way of determining custody. She […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and North Carolina Senior Litigation Attorney Danielle Webb discuss important legal documents that will need to be changed during or after the divorce process. These documents include estate planning documents, such as wills, trusts, and Powers of Attorney, that can affect your future moving forward. Many going through the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and New York Senior Litigation Attorney Daniel Gvertz discuss what to do if you have left the marital home and what impact that may have on your divorce. Mr. Trout and Mr. Gvertz highlight the familial and financial implications of leaving the marital home and how the family courts […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Florida Litigation Attorney Christina Diaz discussed how the housing market may affect a divorce. Mr. Trout and Ms. Diaz navigated the complex housing market and how it comes into play in the division of assets. They also described how COVID-19, as well as regional housing markets can and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Nebraska Litigation Attorney Christopher Johnson discuss the importance of informing your family law attorney any bad facts that may be used against you in a divorce or child custody case. Mr. Trout and Mr. Johnson emphasize the vitality of transparency and how attorneys can use these facts, in […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and a Cordell & Cordell divorce attorney navigate adultery and how that is handled, from the family court’s perspective during the divorce process. They highlight how adultery, as well as the use of marital assets in conducting adultery are viewed by the family courts in the state of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and a Cordell & Cordell divorce attorney navigate adultery and how that is handled, from the family court’s perspective during the divorce process. They highlight how adultery, as well as the use of marital assets in conducting adultery are viewed by the family courts in the state of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and a Cordell & Cordell divorce attorney discuss the impact that social media use can have on a divorce or child custody case, on this episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast. They break down the consequences of social media use before, during, and after your case is finalized. […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Florida Senior Litigation Attorney Jennifer Wallner Saltzman to discuss how mediation is utilized in family law cases. Mr. Trout and Ms. Wallner Saltzman break down the ins and outs of mediation and how it highlights the differences in experiences and personal facts of family law cases. Cordell & […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Virginia Senior Litigation Attorney Jacob Smith offer tips on how to navigate communication during divorce and child custody situations. Avoiding “carrier pigeon communication” and remaining civil throughout any portion of dealing with your co-parent is key to being favorably seen by family courts. Cordell & Cordell continues to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Dylan Briggs discuss tips for parents dealing with child custody-related issues. Fathers may face challenges in navigating the complexities of child custody cases. Their place in their children’s lives is too important not to enter the courtroom prepared and educated on the ins and outs of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and New Mexico attorney Camille Pedrick highlight what to anticipate when going to an initial divorce consultation with an attorney. Those heading into an initial consultation need to educate themselves and make the necessary preparations, prior to the meeting. Mr. Trout and Ms. Pedrick dissect the complexities of the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Georgia attorney Jarvis Johnson highlight strategies involved in being the first to file for divorce. Whether it is to freeze assets, in order to prevent a spouse from taking out money from an account, or to change the characterization of an order of protection, there are advantages to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Pennsylvania Litigation Attorney Cassandra Colombo highlight the complications surrounding the possibility of children testifying in court during a child custody case. Depending on your state, there are a variety of factors that can affect your child custody case. Mr. Trout and Ms. Colombo describe the delicate nature of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Arizona Litigation Attorney Jessica America break down how to maximize your parenting time after a divorce. They emphasize the importance of creating memories, while still maintaining some semblance of a routine for children. Ms. America highlights why it is vital for dads to focus on their children during […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Texas Litigation Manager Ashley Duffy discuss putative fathers and the legal establishment of paternity. Legislatures in many states have created registries for putative fathers, unmarried fathers of children, in order to legally establish paternity and custodial rights. Mr. Trout and Ms. Duffy dissect the process and how the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Connecticut Senior Litigation Attorney Alix Ritter highlight mediation and arbitration, as methods to speed up the divorce process amid delays caused by COVID-19. They discuss the importance of preparation prior to any type of mediation, as well as expectations heading into the process and the mediation and arbitration […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Manager Deana Meiners discuss some of things you should and should not do, when it comes to relationships during the divorce process. Relationships that occur during the course of your divorce case can have an effect, and it may be beneficial for your future to wait to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Ohio Senior Litigation Attorney Mark Hogan discuss guardians ad litem and how they can affect the child custody aspects of a divorce. Mark highlights what a guardian ad litem does and what information it provides for the courts. He emphasizes the importance of paying any fees associated with […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Pennsylvania Lead Litigator Ashley Folio Morgan discuss multi-level marketing businesses and how they, and the income that they generate, are affected in a divorce. Since these business efforts create opportunities for income, they have to be factored into the financial affidavit during the divorce process. Ms. Folio Morgan […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Florida Litigation Attorney Alexandria Mederos highlight the importance of accurate and up-to-date financial statements being reported during the divorce process. During the divorce process, your financial affidavit needs to accurately reflect the amount of money that you earn, or you risk penalty. Mr. Trout and Ms. Mederos stress […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and California Senior Litigation Attorney Cassandra Lelek break down the ins and outs of military divorce. From navigating child custody to calculating child and spousal support, members of the military require a family law attorney that understands the nuances of military divorce. Cordell & Cordell continues to produce monthly […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Tennessee Litigation Attorney Jonathan Davis discuss mandatory injunctions that can occur when filing for divorce. Mandatory injunctions, or standing orders, depending on your state, help maintain the status quo, once you have filed for divorce. If your soon-to-be ex violates a mandatory injunction, upsetting the status quo, it […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Utah Litigation Attorney Elly Hendriksen discuss the challenges involved when co-parents live in separate states. Whether it is before, during or after a divorce, it can be difficult to navigate parenting time when your co-parent lives in a different state. Scott and Elly dissect the differences in rights […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Maryland Litigation Attorney Ashley Ward break down how to use emergency hearings to your advantage during a divorce. Emergency hearings can be tricky to navigate, which is why you need the experience of a family law attorney representing your case. Scott and Ashley explain what proactive and reactive […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Florida Litigation Attorney Christina Wilford describe orders of protection and how they can be used during the divorce process. Orders of protection, or temporary injunctions as they sometimes are referred to, can be utilized in divorce situations, in order to protect a spouse or cast doubt […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Florida Litigation Attorney Christina Wilford describe orders of protection and how they can be used during the divorce process. Orders of protection, or temporary injunctions as they sometimes are referred to, can be utilized in divorce situations, in order to protect a spouse or cast doubt […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Arizona Litigation Manager Tali Collins discuss the construction of a parenting plan and how divorced co-parents can utilize the parenting plan for the benefit of their children. They describe how vital it is to have plans and strategies for civility in writing, so that legal specificities […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and New Hampshire Senior Litigation Attorney Jessica Ugarte highlight legislative changes made to the spousal support, or alimony, process. Calculating spousal support can vary from state to state, but in the state of New Hampshire, legislative efforts are being made to the formula, so that alimony can […]
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Cordell & Cordell Managing/Executive Partner, CEO Scott Trout is joined by Colorado Litigation Manger Jamie Smith to discuss the use of parenting experts in child custody cases. In child custody cases, parenting experts, like psychologists or counselors, can help courts make custodial determinations, highlighting what is in the best interests of the child. They also […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Trey Adams dive into relocation cases and how they affect dads and children during the divorce process. Relocation can cause a lot of problems in family court, especially if the moving parent has not informed […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Partner Dan Cuneo highlight the importance of the initial consultation. Maximizing the time spent with your attorney is critical for any family law case, so setting goals in divorce situations is a necessity. It also is necessary […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Utah Lead Litigator Jonathan Winn discuss spousal support and how cohabitation may affect the amount. Spousal support relies on the notion that the ex-spouse that earns less needs the financial rehabilitation, but with more wives outearning their husbands […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Indianapolis Litigation Attorney Rex Padgett highlight paternity issues that may arise during the COVID-19 pandemic. The establishment of paternity allows for custodial rights and financial obligations to be made in an official capacity. Additionally, the legal steps in […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, we describe how retirement accounts often are divided during the divorce process. Asset division dictates much of the conversations surrounding divorce, and when it comes to pension, you need to communicate with your attorney, that you are making protecting that a […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Claire Costantino break down how formal or informal mediation can be a beneficial tactic during the divorce process. Mediation is a practical avenue for rational negotiations during an emotionally volatile experience. Before mediation, it is […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Regional Managing Attorney Jerrad Ahrens discuss how the division of the marital estate has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Trout and Mr. Ahrens break down how to determine marital and nonmarital assets, what your attorney […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and North Carolina Senior Litigation Attorney John Machuca highlight the contempt function within the court system amid COVID-19. Mr. Trout and Mr. Machuca describe the legal mechanics involved in contempt and how they can be used in child […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and North Carolina Senior Litigation Attorney Stephanie Horton highlight helpful tips for child custody situations amid COVID-19. Mr. Trout and Ms. Horton describe how the pandemic has affected dads and their relationship with their children. They emphasize the […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Missouri Senior Litigation Attorney Laura Smith to discuss how to best prepare for your initial meeting with your divorce attorney. Mr. Trout and Ms. Smith highlight the importance of gathering as much information as possible before your […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Ohio attorney Carolyn Soeder discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected custodial rights, custodial exchanges, and how the courts handle custody cases. Each state handles the availability of their family court system differently amid COVID-19, but a […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Michigan attorney Jeffrey Worosz describe how a divorce proceeds, as well as the importance of being proactive, even amid a pandemic. Mr. Trout and Mr. Worosz describe what discovery is and highlight the importance of setting goals […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Nebraska attorney Christopher Johnson discuss the modification process of alimony and how the current economic climate may be affecting your financial outlook, forcing modification to become necessary. With over 40 million unemployed and many with furlough status, […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Connecticut Senior Litigation Attorney Alix Ritter dissect how child support is calculated amid the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. When navigating child support modification, family courts require a substantial change in circumstances, in order to justify the change. […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Manager Rosario Santoyo highlight custodial exchanges amid COVID-19 and how to proceed when a co-parent is not obeying the court order, regarding custody During this pandemic, many parents have been unable to see their children, and […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Manager Rosario Santoyo highlight custodial exchanges amid COVID-19 and how to proceed when a co-parent is not obeying the court order, regarding custody During this pandemic, many parents have been unable to see their children, and […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO, Managing/Executive Partner Scott Trout and Lead Litigator Kyra Raimey describe how to approach your alimony situation, when your ex-spouse begins cohabiting with another person. Depending on your divorce decree’s language, the regulations of the state, and the specifics of the […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO Scott Trout and Senior Litigation Attorney Erin Zielinski talk about the importance of constructing a plan with your co-parent, when your co-parent is a front-line worker during COVID-19. They highlight the vitality of communication and transparency during this uncertain time, as […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO Scott Trout and Senior Litigation Attorney Christine Dolan navigate the status of family courts and how you may be able to file for divorce in the state of New Jersey. Ms. Dolan describes the status of family courts amid COVID-19 in […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Attorney Drew Williams discuss the status of family courts in the state of Missouri during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the family courts begin to open back up in the state of Missouri, men and fathers need to […]
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On the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO Scott Trout and Senior Litigation Attorney Cassandra Lelek discuss the process for moving forward with divorce during the pandemic. As stay-at-home orders start to expire for much of the country, a lot of guys are confused about how and where […]
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In the most recent episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series on divorce during COVID-19, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Senior Litigation Attorney Michael Prasad discuss the specific co-parenting complications that can arise when one parent tries to move during the pandemic. Cordell & Cordell continues to produce weekly webinars and virtual town halls and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner/CEO Scott Trout and litigation attorney Cara Phillips talk about dealing with drug and alcohol/mental health issues in custody during the COVID-19 shutdown. Cordell & Cordell continues to produce weekly webinars and virtual town halls and daily podcasts answering your questions and addressing your concerns about how the virus is impacting […]
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In the latest episode in Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Lead Litigator Coleen Kinsler break down the particulars of formal and informal discovery, the benefits of each, and strategies for men to utilize as they move forward with the discovery process now so they are ready […]
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In the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Manager Maura Boogay cover a range of topics, including the strategy of serving unfiled pleadings, the pandemic’s impact on employment benefits, the timeline for getting a divorce, and how to cope with childcare costs. Cordell […]
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On the latest episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and litigation manager Kristine Rea answer questions regarding the stimulus checks that were issued due to the pandemic. They also discuss whether it is a good move for guys to withdraw from retirement accounts during this time if they […]
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In the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s ongoing podcast series on COVID-19 and Divorce, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Lead Litigator William Phelan provide an update on court closures across the country and how the courts are adjusting procedures during the pandemic. The Coronavirus has created a swirl of uncertainty across the country that […]
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In the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about divorce during COVID-19, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Lead Litigator Jonathan Winn explore how men can utilize alternative dispute resolutions during this difficult time. With many family courts shut down due to the pandemic, Mr. Trout and Mr. Winn discuss whether it is worth […]
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In the latest episode in Cordell & Cordell’s ongoing podcast series on COVID-19 and divorce, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and divorce attorney Giana Messore answer submitted questions about how the pandemic is affecting family law issues. Mr. Trout and Ms. Messore provide practical tips for family law that listeners can utilize as […]
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Today’s episode of Cordell & Cordell’s daily podcast series on divorce in COVID-19 explores the subject of emergency motions and post-judgement relief. Cordell & Cordell Managing/Executive Partner and CEO Scott Trout chats with divorce attorney Zachary Underwood about how these family law issues are being handled differently during the Coronavirus pandemic. Click the link above […]
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The most recent episode of Cordell & Cordell’s daily podcast series on COVID-19 and divorce explores the status of divorce courts across the United States and how the court system is grappling with the pandemic. CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and divorce attorney Rosario Santoyo answer questions that guys have about proceeding with divorce as many family courts have shut […]
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The latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series on divorce during COVID-19 features a conversation between CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and divorce attorney Ashley Duffy about how to proceed with divorce when family courts are closed due to stay-at-home orders. Although many courts across the United States are closed, that does not necessarily mean […]
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In the latest edition of Cordell & Cordell’s continuing podcast series on divorce during COVID-19, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Richard Julius tackled topics concerning visitation, custody, and what to do about upcoming summer parenting time in the pandemic. Sorting through visitation and parenting time schedules can be a little trickier for divorced […]
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In the newest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series on divorce during COVID-19, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout discusses the steps guys can take during this time to help empower themselves. Understandably, many men struggle with feeling of hopelessness during divorce, and that is even worse during a time when much of the world is […]
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The latest episode in Cordell & Cordell’s ongoing podcast series about divorce during the COVID-19 pandemic covers the issue of stimulus checks and how their disbursement could differ if you are a divorced man. Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Manager Kevin Mammola answer some frequently asked questions about the stimulus checks and also review some […]
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Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Lead Litigator Jason Hopper discuss a worst-case scenario for divorce fathers of losing child custody during the Coronavirus pandemic. Unfortunately, with much of the country facing quarantine and stay-at-home orders, more fathers than ever are susceptible to being denied custody and falling victim to parental alienation. Mr. […]
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Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Regional Partner Erica Gittings continue to answer submitted questions about how the Coronavirus pandemic is impacting divorce-related issues on the latest episode of the Men’s Divorce Podcast. Cordell & Cordell is continuing to produce weekly webinars and daily podcasts as a resource for guys trying to navigate […]
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In the newest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about COVID-19 and divorce, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Senior Lead Litigator Jill Massey answer submitted questions from men and fathers from across the country. For the past several weeks, Cordell & Cordell has hosted weekly webinars covering the Coronavirus pandemic’s impact on men facing […]
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In the newest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s Men’s Divorce Podcast series on COVID-19 and divorce, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kelly Burris go over the proactive steps men and fathers can take during the Coronavirus pandemic. While the pandemic has shut down day-to-day life across the globe, there are still some actionable […]
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In the latest episode of Cordell & Cordell’s podcast series about the affect the Coronavirus is having on divorce, CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kristin Zurek assess the impact COVID-19 could have on legal custody. With most communities across the country facing stay-at-home orders, many questions are arising about which parent has the […]
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In the final installment of a four-part series about the basics of divorce, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kristin Zurek talk about the final stage of divorce: settlement. The first three parts of the series covered the early stages of divorce, including what to do when served and how to […]
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Cordell & Cordell is continuing to produce an ongoing podcast series answering some of the most commonly asked questions concerning the Coronavirus pandemic’s impact on family law matters. On the latest episode, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Chesterfield divorce attorney William Halaz III break down the potential ramifications on child support and alimony payments. With much […]
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Cordell & Cordell is producing a special podcast series in an effort to answer the numerous questions that have arisen about divorce and child custody issues during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Over the past several weeks, men and fathers across the country have flooded the firm with questions about how their divorce or child custody […]
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In part three of a four-part series of the Men’s Divorce Podcast, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and St. Louis Divorce Attorney Will Halaz discuss the basics of filing for divorce. In this in-depth discussion, Mr. Trout and Mr. Halaz not only go over the basics of filing for divorce, but they also […]
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In part 2 of a four-part series, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Chesterfield divorce attorney Erin Zielinski discuss the steps to take after being served in a divorce. Ideally, if you are a guy you will have some prior indication from your wife that divorce is a possibility. In that case, there […]
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In the first episode of a four-part series, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout discusses how a guy should respond once his wife has told him she is considering divorce. Divorce takes a lot of men by surprise, and the shock of the situation can lead to many costly mistakes that have ramifications for […]
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Cordell & Cordell Lead Litigator Will Halaz joins CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout for a discussion regarding the initial steps men need to take when they are considering divorce. The early days of the divorce process are often clouded with uncertainty, but the decisions you make during this stage can set the stage for the rest […]
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Cordell & Cordell Litigation Partner Kristin Zurek joins CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout for a conversation about how fathers can be the best dads possible in the wake of divorce. Although fathers are typically allotted less time with their children after divorce than they previously enjoyed, their importance is actually magnified, as kids need support and […]
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Cordell & Cordell family law attorneys Rachel Schmidt and Dylan Briggs join CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout to discuss the various factors to consider when modifying alimony or spousal maintenance. They discuss how alimony and maintenance is calculated (1:30); whether income can be imputed when determining alimony (3:10); the factors to consider when modifying alimony (6:50); […]
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Cordell & Cordell divorce attorneys Rachel Schmidt and Dylan Briggs join CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout to review the ins and outs of contempt and the various ways it can factor into divorce. They discuss how states define contempt (1:15); the legal standard for contempt (2:40); whether contempt be intentional (3:28); will contempt go on a person’s […]
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This month, Cordell & Cordell CEO/Managing Partner Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kristin Zurek discuss one of the more troubling aspects of family law: abuse and neglect issues in child custody. They discuss the role abuse and neglect play in family law from a broad perspective (0:45); how abuse is usually brought up in initial […]
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Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner/CEO Scott Trout is joined by Cordell & Cordell attorneys Tammy Repaso and William Halaz to discuss the ins and outs of mediation and how it can be beneficial to your case. They describe how formal or informal mediation can be an avenue to a settlement or an avenue to information (0:52); […]
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Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner/CEO Scott Trout is joined by licensed professional counselor Erika Ottolini. They detail the various emotions and struggles men can experience during the divorce process and how that factors in from both a legal and mental health perspective. They cover the emotional dangers men must navigate during divorce and the importance of […]
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Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner/CEO Scott Trout answers some common questions fathers often have about trying to obtain custody. Mr. Trout discusses whether dads have an uphill battle when fighting for custody (0:28); defines the different types of custody (2:18); explains what factors a court considers when determining custody (4:23); reviews what role outside witnesses […]
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Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner/CEO Scott Trout is joined by Christina Strait, broker/owner of Strait Realty, and Tom Mueller, Vice President of Mortgage Lending for Central Bank of St. Louis, for a discussion concerning the various issues homeowners and sellers encounter when they go through divorce. The marital home is typically one of the most […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss the various factors that influence a couple’s decision to divorce and what to look for before and during the experience. The post Men’s Divorce Podcast: […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss current societal and cultural trends relating to divorce, including the rise of gray divorce, how marriage and divorce rates have fluctuated through history, why the […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss how you can help your kids cope with divorce, including why divorce is so difficult on kids, why teachers need to know that the divorce […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss tips and tricks that can lead to significant savings on the total cost of your divorce. The post Men’s Divorce Podcast: Saving Money On Your […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Cordell & Cordell posted an article explaining four critical flaws with the modern child support system. While child support is supposed to ensure children are provided for financially, it too often serves only […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will discuss the methods for successful co-parenting to help reduce the negative impacts of divorce on children. The post Men’s Divorce Podcast: Co-Parenting Tips appeared first […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Cordell & Cordell received recognition from the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys as a 2016 10 Best Family Law Firm for Client Satisfaction in Missouri. The list is published annually after a […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will discuss the challenges that arise in terms of coping with the emotional aspects of divorce, as well as offer some tips for managing post-divorce stress. […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Cordell & Cordell posted a radio appearance Executive/Managing Partner and CEO Scott Trout made on the Marc Cox Show on KFTK in St. Louis. Mr. Trout explained that while men have made progress in […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will discuss the recent developments in studies regarding fatherhood, as well as how fathers are portrayed in popular culture, how to prove to the courts that […]
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Recently, Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout appeared on the Marc Cox Show on KFTK FM-St. Louis to discuss many of the challenges men face in the family court system. While acknowledging progress over the past couple decades, Mr. Trout noted there are still inequities in the system that are based on outdated gender […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Seven Cordell & Cordell divorce lawyers were recognized by Super Lawyers, a rating service recognizing outstanding attorneys. In Pennsylvania, Jamie Spero was named a Super Lawyer while Amy Humbert, Richard Julius, Courtney Knox, Jason […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. In this special edition of the Men’s Divorce Podcast, we spoke with Cordell & Cordell Co-Founder and Principal Partner Joe Cordell about the impressive growth of his firm over […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Cordell & Cordell recently linked to Principal Partner Joe Cordell’s April Huffington Post column titled, “4 Ways To Help You Succeed In Divorce Court.” Although every aspect of divorce is tough, the part […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout and Litigation Partner Kristin Zurek recently appeared on Emmis Radio’s Today’s Issues with Kristi Carson to discuss a range of issues affecting men in the family court system, including two shared parenting bills making their way through the Missouri legislature. Before explaining the details of the proposed […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will discuss how alimony works, including a basic overview, the factors courts use to determine alimony, how you can modify or terminate alimony, the efforts of […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Cordell & Cordell summarized an interview Men’s Health Magazine conducted with Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell in its April 2016 issue about the disadvantages men face during the divorce process. Mr. […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will discuss how parental alienation affects children, the warning signs of alienation and how alienated parents can fight back in court, as well as speak with […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Last month, Cordell & Cordell family law attorneys Diona Potter and Jane Robertson were recognized by Super Lawyers and The National Advocates, respectively. Ms. Potter, who practices in the firm’s Atlanta office, was […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, several Cordell & Cordell attorneys offer up some tips on how to survive your day in court, including an overview of what to expect, how you should […]
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Cordell & Cordell Executive/Managing Partner, CEO Scott Trout recently appeared on The Jim Bohannon Show on Westwood One Radio to discuss some of the more unique divorce cases he’s handled. Mr. Trout recounted several cases he’s handled during the course of his career, including the divorce of an 80-year-old who wanted to continue dating, a client […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Last month, Cordell & Cordell announced it is hosting two upcoming Men’s Divorce School seminars in February in San Francisco and San Diego. The free seminars, which will provide an overview of how […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will be focusing on the problems that can arise for fathers, including the importance of formally establishing paternity, one man’s struggle to stop his daughter’s adoption, […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Last month, Cordell & Cordell announced the opening of its first office in Boise, Idaho. The office is the firm’s first in Idaho and is part of Cordell & Cordell’s expansion to help […]
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Cordell & Cordell is proud to announce the opening of new offices in San Diego and San Jose, Calif. Cordell & Cordell has more than 200 attorneys working in more than 100 offices across the United States and the United Kingdom. Perceptually, men are at a disadvantage in family courts, but Cordell & Cordell is expanding […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will be focusing on the additional challenges that arise with filing taxes after divorce, including how to determine your filing status, how to obtain copies of […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Last month, five Cordell & Cordell attorneys were named Rising Stars in the family law practice field by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters rating service of outstanding lawyers. The attorneys who earned the […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will be focusing on issues that arise with parenting during the holidays, including agreeing upon a visitation schedule, keeping a positive attitude in front of your […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we will be focusing on how allegations of domestic violence impact divorce proceedings, including how to react if you have a restraining order filed against you, what […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Last month, Cordell & Cordell began offering its popular Men’s Divorce School seminars online to accommodate those unable to attend the events in person. The free webinars provide a crash course in divorce […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss how the child support system works, including how support is calculated and when you need to petition for modification, as well as how the label […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video covering the best articles from the last month. Recently, Cordell & Cordell launched the monthly Men’s Divorce Podcast. Every month, the podcast features talks and interviews with some of the top divorce and parenting experts in the country on a range […]
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Each month, the Cordell & Cordell Men’s Divorce Podcast features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss how social media increasingly influences the outcome of divorce proceedings, as well as hear some tips from family law attorneys on how to manage your online […]
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Recently, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell appeared on the Charlie Brennan Show on KMOX News Radio 1120 AM to discuss the emergence of “revenge porn” and its legal ramifications. Over the last decade, more couples have started recording themselves while engaged in sexual activities. In cases where the couple ends up running into […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of August 7, 2015 This week, Cordell & Cordell linked to an article published on CreditCards.com that quoted Virginia family law attorney Rebecca DeVincent who explained what to do when an ex-spouse steals rewards points that were […]
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Cordell & Cordell is excited to announce the launch of the Men’s Divorce Podcast. Each month, we will talk with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues men face during the divorce process. This month, we discuss steps you can take to obtain the best custody arrangement possible, as well as hear from several […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of July 31, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell linked to a blog post by NFL legend Barry Sanders explaining the importance of displaying proper courtroom etiquette when going before a judge. Dads Divorce posted a new […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of July 24, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell and Executive Partner/CEO Scott Trout made media appearances to analyze how the recent Ashley Madison data breach could affect divorce attorneys. In an interview […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of July 17, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced it is opening a new office in Independence, Ohio as part of the firm’s continuing expansion. The office is Cordell & Cordell’s seventh in Ohio and will […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of July 10, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced the recent opening of a new office in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. The office marks the firm’s ninth in Florida and is part of a continuing nationwide […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of July 3, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell linked to a blog post written by NFL legend and firm celebrity spokesperson Barry Sanders about the importance of finding trustworthy legal representation when going through divorce. The […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of June 26, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell posted Principal Partner Joe Cordell’s most recent Huffington Post column regarding the progress the shared-parenting movement has made in 2015. Nearly 20 states are considering measures that would […]
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Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell recently spoke with Tony Macrini of WNIS 790 AM to promote the upcoming Virginia Beach Men’s Divorce School seminar. In the interview, Mr. Cordell explained how the seminar, which is scheduled for Wednesday, June 24, at the Westin Virginia Beach, can help prepare men who are facing divorce. “One […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of June 19, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced it is offering a free Men’s Divorce School seminar on Tuesday, July 7, in Milwaukee. This is the fifth complimentary seminar, which will feature a crash course […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of June 12, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced it is offering two free Divorce 101 seminars on July 8 and 9 in Jacksonville and Miami, Fla. The seminars will cover a range of topics related […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of June 5, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced that it will host two complimentary Divorce 101 seminars on June 24 and 25 in Virginia Beach and Cleveland. The seminars will provide a crash course on […]
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Divorce should always be considered a nuclear option – something that should only be done when all attempts to save a marriage have been exhausted. However, when it is clear that divorce is inevitable, an individual can do certain things to plan ahead that puts them at a huge advantage. That was the point Cordell […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of May 22, 2015. This week, six Cordell & Cordell Pennsylvania attorneys were named Rising Stars by Super Lawyers, a rating service recognizing outstanding attorneys. Those attorneys included Amy Humbert, Richard Julius, Courtney Knox, Jason Lasser, Jana […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of May 15, 2015. This week, Cordell Cordell announced its launch of a new office in London, England – the firm’s first office in the United Kingdom. As in the United States, men in the UK are […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of May 8, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell linked to an appearance Principal Partner Joe Cordell recently made on Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast” discussing the details of asset division during divorce. Mr. Cordell said he […]
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Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell recently joined Phoenix Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast” to discuss the particulars of asset division during divorce. While there are plenty of variables that will impact each divorce individually depending on different laws and circumstances, there are some general rules that give an idea of how a divorce […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of May 1, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell linked to an Albany Times-Union story that included a quote from litigation manager Chad Jerome regarding the case of Loubert Legros, who is accusing his former employer of […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of April 24, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell posted a column Principal Partner Joe Cordell wrote for Financial Advisor Magazine explaining how the grass is not always greener on the other side of divorce. Too many […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of April 17, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell opened a new office in Hendersonville, Tenn. The office, which is the firm’s fifth in Tennessee and 13th new office in 2015, is part of Cordell & Cordell’s […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of April 10, 2015. Cordell & Cordell posted a summary of Principal Partner Joe Cordell’s most recent column in the Huffington Post explaining how the recent Amazon Family campaign relates to the firm’s mission. A community of […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of April 3, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell posted an interview Principal Partner Joe Cordell conducted with Phoenix Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast.” Mr. Cordell explained how many successful people often make mistakes in marriages and […]
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Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joseph Cordell recently appeared on Phoenix Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast” to discuss how a flawed decision-making process frequently trips people up during marriage and divorce. Mr. Cordell pointed out that, typically, successful individuals take great care in planning for the important decisions they face in their lives. “Most successful […]
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Last week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joseph Cordell appeared on the Charlie Brennan Show on KMOX NewsRadio 1120 AM. Mr. Cordell explained Cordell & Cordell’s mission before taking questions from Mr. Brennan and several callers about divorce and custody issues. “We believe that by focusing on one side of the table, that that allows […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of March 20, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced that eight attorneys – seven in Texas and one in New Jersey – were named Rising Stars by Super Lawyers, a rating service recognizing outstanding lawyers. These attorneys were […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of March 13, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell promoted its new and improved Men’s Divorce Source app. The free app, which features an enhanced design and new tools to help with your divorce case, is available […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of March 6, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced the opening of new offices in four states. The new offices are located in Cleveland, Ohio; Murfreesboro, Tenn.; Arlington, Va.; and Dearborn, Va. The firm has now […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of February 27, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell reminded its Memphis and Greenville viewers about its Men’s Divorce School seminars it is hosting next week. The free seminar will provide a Divorce 101 crash course covering the […]
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In his latest appearance on Phoenix Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast,” Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joseph Cordell reviewed several important tax tips to keep in mind following divorce. Filing taxes after divorce can complicate an already confusing process. In the interview, Mr. Cordell reviewed whether child support or attorney fees are tax deductible, who […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, presents a news video for the week of February 20, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell added an interview Phoenix Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast” conducted with Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joseph Cordell about the financial consequences individuals face when they fail to receive […]
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Divorce can have a significant impact on your taxes. And unfortunately, there is a significant portion of the population that could be losing thousands of dollars because they’re not getting the proper amount of professional advice they need regarding the value of their assets. In a recent appearance on Phoenix Money Radio’s “Business for Breakfast,” Cordell […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of February 13, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced that it is offering a free Divorce 101 seminar on March 4 in Greenville, S.C. The crash course will teach attendees the basics of custody, child support, alimony, […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of February 6, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced that Fort Worth Senior Attorney Lauren Melhart was one of only 34 family law attorneys to receive Board Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of January 30, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell contributed a column for Financial Advisor Magazine explaining two subjects where financial advisors can be helpful during divorce. Since they tend to have a better […]
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“Facebook divorces” have become more and more prevalent with the rise of social media. Cordell & Cordell Regional Partner and Team Leader Bryan Abercrombie recently spoke with KTRH 740 AM NewsRadio in Houston to discuss how social media’s impact on divorce cases has continued to grow over the past several years. “In almost every case […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of January 23, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell, P.C. announced the opening of a new office in Providence, R.I. The inaugural Rhode Island location marks the firm’s 30th state and is the latest in Cordell & Cordell, P.C.’s […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of January 16, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced the opening of its first office in East Brunswick, N.J. Dads Divorce published a new article exploring the history of child custody laws in the U.S. Men’s […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of January 9, 2015. This week, Cordell & Cordell announced the opening of a new office in Greenville, S.C. Dads Divorce introduced a redesigned website with a cleaner layout and a host of new features and resources. […]
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One of the last tasks in finalizing a divorce is the drafting and implementation of a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). A QDRO is the legal document that instructs a retirement plan administrator how to divide a spouse’s retirement account according to the terms in the divorce or separation decree. In his recent appearance on Phoenix […]
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Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell recently appeared on Bloomberg TV’s “Street Smart” to review the recent developments in the divorce case of billionaire Harold Hamm. In the interview, Mr. Cordell reviews how the billion-dollar divorce case is testing the limits of some of the theories of how to divide money in divorce cases. […]
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When CPAs and financial advisors develop a trusting relationship with their clients, it can often be tempting for them to assist in legal matters. But Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell recently spoke to Phoenix’s “Business for Breakfast,” broadcast by Money Radio 1510, about why that’s never a good idea for anyone other than […]
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Cordell & Cordell, along with its sponsored sites Dads Divorce and Men’s Divorce, present a news video for the week of December 19, 2014. This week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell was interviewed by Forbes about the complexities of the recent billion-dollar divorce settlement of Continental Resources founder Harold Hamm. DadsDivorce posted a new article […]
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The recent divorce of Continental Resources Inc. CEO Harold Hamm has drawn vast amounts of media attention for a number of reasons. Last week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell appeared on Phoenix’s “Business for Breakfast,” broadcast by Money Radio 1510, to discuss the ramifications of the case and why it has drawn so […]
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More and more, financial advisors are being asked to help settle divorce disputes and, in many cases, asked to serve as expert witnesses. Last week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell spoke on Phoenix’s Business for Breakfast, broadcast by Money Radio 1510, about a column he recently wrote for Financial Advisor Magazine about the […]
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Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell is scheduled to appear on Phoenix Money Radio’s Business for Breakfast” from 8:24 a.m. to 8:29 Central Standard Time on Thursday, Nov. 20. Mr. Cordell will discuss the recent column he wrote for Financial Advisor Magazine titled “Financial Advisors as Expert Witnesses – A Good Idea?” In his […]
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On Monday, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell spoke on Denver’s NewsRadio 850 KOA about the recent divorce settlement of Continental Resources Inc. CEO Harold Hamm. Monday, an Oklahoma County judge ruled that Hamm, who is the founder and majority shareholder of Continental, must pay his ex-wife nearly $1 billion to resolve their lengthy […]
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The financial complications of divorce are only compounded by the uncertainty of the outcome. Last week, Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joe Cordell spoke on Phoenix’s Business for Breakfast, broadcast by Money Radio 1510, about how the unpredictability of divorce can complicate the decision-making process for planning your financial future for both clients and financial […]
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Principal Partner Joseph Cordell spoke on CBS Radio’s prestigious WBBM Noon Business Hour about how to prepare for divorce, what to expect and best practices for going through a divorce. This interview was featured on the station’s Personal Finance Wednesday segment on May 7. Mr. Cordell also discussed how divorce can devastate investments, assets and your business, often […]
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An evolving area of family law involves fights over the pets in a divorce and who gets custody. Cordell & Cordell principal partner Joseph Cordell appeared on 700 WLW radio in Cincinnati with host Scott Sloan to discuss pet custody and related issues of asset and property division. While pet custody battles are becoming more […]
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Cordell & Cordell Principal Partner Joseph Cordell appeared on KDKA radio in Pittsburgh to discuss common men’s divorce issues. Mr. Cordell detailed specific questions men should ask a lawyer when trying to find the right divorce attorney, in addition to encouraging listeners to visit DadsDivorce.com and its “treasure trove” of divorce resources for men. Click […]
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Why does the guy always have to move out during a divorce? How should a man handle false accusations of abuse? Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner Scott C. Trout answered these common family law questions and more on the “Eddie & Tracy Show” on 700 WLW radio in Cincinnati. Click the audio player below to […]
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Cordell & Cordell Partner Dorothy Ripka appeared on WBAP Dallas radio to discuss the State of Kansas suing a man who donated sperm to a lesbian couple for child support. William Marotta answered an online ad in 2009 from a lesbian couple who were seeking a sperm donor. According to media reports, Marotta and the […]
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K104 radio in Dallas spoke with Joseph Cordell about Cordell & Cordell’s divorce seminars the firm puts on across the country in addition to how the firm began focusing on representing men in divorce. After starting the law firm with his wife, Yvonne, as a general litigation practice, Mr. Cordell began handling “tough, outrageous cases” […]
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Cordell & Cordell CEO Joseph Cordell appeared on 700 WLW radio in Cincinnati in a wide-ranging interview discussing divorce, staying in the marital home, and the recent incident involving NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson allegedly head-butting his newlywed wife. Listen below to Mr. Cordell’s full interview with “The Big One” hosts Eddie and Tracy.
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The issue of which parent makes religious decisions for their children following a divorce has garnered national media attention with news of the Tom Cruise – Katie Holmes divorce and Holmes’ reported concerns over their daughter being raised in the Church of Scientology. Cordell & Cordell Managing Partner Scott C. Trout appeared on WHAS Radio […]
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Cordell & Cordell attorney Maura Boogay appeared on 97.5 The Fanatic in Philadelphia to discuss the high-profile divorce of Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey and Christina Lurie and the impact it may have on the popular NFL franchise. The Luries have publicly stated their desire for an amicable divorce that will not negatively affect the Eagles, […]
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Cordell & Cordell Litigation Manager Erica Christian discussed the standards for placement and child custody on “Outside The Box” with Mitch Henck on WIBA 1310 in Madison, Wisc. Christian, who manages Cordell & Cordell’s Madison and Milwaukee offices, explained that many fathers still face a bias and stigma when they enter a family law courtroom. […]
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Cordell & Cordell CEO Joseph Cordell appeared on Bloomberg Radio’s “Taking Stock with Pimm Fox” show to discuss positive trends related to men in divorce cases, particularly the increase in men receiving spousal support. Judges are more frequently awarding maintenance to guys as women continue to advance in the workplace and contribute more to the […]
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Cordell & Cordell co-founder Joseph Cordell appeared on Yahoo Sports Radio Network to discuss disgraced football coach Bobby Petrino’s case and how marital misconduct impacts divorce for men. Petrino, a married father of four children, was fired as head football coach at the University of Arkansas after he covered up he was having an affair […]
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“If you are an evil, vindictive woman who wants to ruin your husband’s life and take your son’s father away from him completely – all you need to do is say that you’re scared of your husband or domestic partner and they’ll take him away!” Mark Byron wrote this post on his Facebook page in […]
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Cordell & Cordell Divorce Lawyer Jana Palko appeared on Pittsburgh radio station 1020 KDKA to discuss how posting too much information online can affect domestic litigation. The consequences of not being careful online is also listed as one of “The 10 Stupidest Mistakes Men Make When Facing Divorce,” according to Joseph Cordell’s book. Posting personal […]
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Cordell & Cordell co-founder Joseph Cordell appeared this morning on “Outside The Box” with Mitch Henck on WIBA 1310 in Madison, Wisconsin, where he discussed fathers’ rights and took questions from callers about how to protect themselves in divorce cases. Henck brought up the fact that there are more fathers who do not pay child […]
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