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Texas Family Law InsidersCourtroom Tips from a Former ProsecutorProsecutors spend far more time in the courtroom than most family lawyers, so what can we learn from a former prosecutor? Get ready for a deep dive into the strategic world of courtroom preparation and trial skills!In this episode, Emily Doron, a seasoned attorney at The Draper Law Firm, unveils the secrets behind success in the courtroom, drawing on her rich experience in the DA's office.You’ll discover…The three critical points Emily focuses on to win her cases.How to strategically prepare clients for the emotional rollercoaster of cross-examination.The art...2025-01-1539 min
The Melinda Eitzen ShowAppealing Your Divorce with Holly DraperMelinda talks to attorney Holly Draper about the process of appealing a divorce. The process of getting a divorce is plenty complex, but the appeals process is even more complicated. Hollywalks us through common questions concerning appeals, including when it’s worth making anappeal, what an appeals court can and cannot change about a ruling, and why an appeal is notsimply a do-over of the original case. All this and more on this episode of The Melinda EitzenShowAbout the Guest:Holly Draper is a litigation and appeals at...2025-01-1334 minTexas Family Law InsidersUnderstanding Common Law Marriage in TexasEver wondered if close living arrangements could unintentionally lead to a common law marriage? Discover the nuances behind informal marriages, especially in the Lone Star State, and why it's a topic that has family lawyers on their toes.In this episode, Brandi Crozier, attorney at The Draper Law Firm, uncovers the intricate world of common law marriage and its implications for couples in Texas. This deep dive will leave you with a better understanding of what it really means to be "married" in the eyes of the law.You’ll discover…The thre...2024-12-0424 minTexas Family Law InsidersDe-Briefing the Stary v. Ethridge Oral ArgumentEver wondered how to prepare for an oral argument before the Texas Supreme Court? Dive into the intricate details and unique experiences of handling a high-stakes Supreme Court case.In this episode, Holly Draper unpacks the complexities and strategies involved in her recent oral argument in the Texas Supreme Court case, Stary v. Ethridge.You’ll discover…The meticulous preparation and strategies needed for a successful oral argument.The significance of having amici curiae in court cases and how they can influence outcomes.Insights into the intricate process of dealing with a non-responsive part...2024-11-0621 min
Do Something More75. Holly Christensen with 'The Magic Yarn Project' and Making Fun Character Wigs for Children Experiencing Hair Loss from Cancer TreatmentsSend us a textHolly Christensen is a wife and homeschooling mom of three children, running her nonprofit ‘The Magic Yarn Project’ from her home. It all started several years ago when she decided to make a soft Rapunzel wig for a friend’s little girl who had been diagnosed with cancer. The wig was a hit…and Holly then started making more wigs for her local hospital, and from there her nonprofit took off. They’ve now delivered over 60,000 wigs to all 50 states and 52 countries around the world.I loved this interview because Holly really sha...2024-10-2934 minTexas Family Law InsidersA Lawyer’s Guide to Inventories and Financial Information SheetsFeeling overwhelmed by financial disclosures during divorce cases? Learn how to streamline the process and make your case rock-solid with insights from the pros!In this episode, Holly Draper and Carrie Tapia, partners at The Draper Law Firm, delve into the intricacies of effectively managing financial documents for mediation and court. They explore common pitfalls and offer practical strategies for attorneys and clients alike, all while uncovering the nuances of financial preparation in family law cases.In this episode, you’ll discover:How to identify and manage sudden separate property claims made during mediation.Th...2024-10-1640 min
Vitality Radio Podcast with Jared St. Clair#421: Spring and Summer Preparedness Using Essential Oils, with Holly DraperSpring has sprung! Are you ready for all of the seasonal maladies you may face? Whether it’s allergies, bug bites, sunburn, or the scrapes and bruises kids will get as they get back outside, this episode of Vitality Radio will help you prepare for all of these things. Jared brings back Holly Draper from Purify Essential Oils, and as always Holly brings a wealth of knowledge on how to utilize essential oils. You’ll also learn how to use essential oils for spring cleaning your home, and your liver! Jared believes Purify oils are the purest, most concentrated, and...2024-04-1359 minTexas Family Law InsidersAre Texas Protective Orders Constitutional?In this solo episode, Holly delves into the pivotal case she currently has pending before the Texas Supreme Court, Stary v. Ethridge, that challenges the constitutionality of the Texas protective order statute. Discover the nuances of Texas’ protective order statutes and the constitutional debate it ignites. Uncover the challenges and implications of the Stary v. Ethridge case as it ascends to the Texas Supreme Court.Examine the Texas protective order statute and its potential impact on parental rights.Learn about the constitutional debates surrounding the balance between victim protection and parental rights.Understand the potential prec...2024-03-0625 minTexas Family Law InsidersExpert Insights into Enforcing Possession and AccessIn this episode, partners Holly Draper and Carrie Tapia discuss the complex issue of enforcing possession and access. Holly and Carrie bring their extensive expertise in family law to shed light on the often-challenging area of enforcing possession and access, offering valuable insights for both legal professionals and individuals navigating these issues.Unpack the critical elements of enforcing possession and access in family law cases.Learn the importance of specific and enforceable orders in successful contempt proceedings.Gain insights into defending against enforcement actions.Understand the procedural nuances from filing motions to handling court proceedings in enforcement cases.2024-02-2130 minTexas Family Law InsidersDesiree Hemphill | Navigating Possession SchedulesPossession schedules can be a complicated aspect of divorce cases, especially when a family has unique needs that aren’t met by the standard possession schedules.In this episode, I’m joined by Draper Law Firm associate attorney Desiree Hemphill to discuss possession schedules and how family lawyers can handle them.We’ll cover:What is the standard possession order?How to handle holidays50/50 schedulesConsiderations for children under 3Why nesting is usually a bad ideaNavigating unique job schedulesAnd more2023-11-0145 minTexas Family Law InsidersCarrie Tapia | Top Tips for Preparing for a HearingIn this episode, we’re taking it back to basics…What are the best practices when preparing for a hearing?Whether you’re a seasoned expert or a new attorney, it’s always a good idea to review the fundamentals, so Holly Draper and Senior Attorney Carrie Tapia are here to share their favorite tips on preparing for hearings, including:Preparing a summary of relief requestedOpening statementsCross examinationLeading QuestionsExhibits And more2023-10-1838 minVitality Radio Podcast with Jared St. Clair#343: Your Essential Oils and Aromatherapy User’s Guide with Holly DraperHolly Draper is a true expert in the field of aromatherapy and essential oils. In this episode, we dive into the basics that everyone should know about how to properly use essential oils safely and with success. You will learn what essential oils and aromatherapy are, how to use them topically, with diffusers, nebulizers, and many other applications. You will also discover what makes a premium essential oil, why organic matters, and why you must be careful when using them with children and pets. You will also be directed to additional resources for a deeper look at how these...2023-07-1558 minTexas Family Law InsidersDavina Frederick | 7 Systems to Scale Your FirmWhat are the 7 essential systems a law firm needs?My guest Davina Frederick is the founder and CEO of Wealthy Woman Lawyer, a company that helps women law firm owners scale their law firm businesses to and through 1 million dollars in gross annual revenue without burning themselves out in the process.In this episode, she’ll share the internal and external systems that can help you grow your law firm and get more of your ideal clients.Davina will also cover:The benefits of...2023-05-3155 minTexas Family Law InsidersJohn Snell | The Role of a Divorce Lending ProfessionalWhat is a divorce lending professional and how can they help your clients?John Snell specializes in helping divorcing homeowners make better informed decisions regarding their property, mortgage, and home equity options.In this episode, he’ll share the challenges and opportunities of helping divorcing parties and even stay-at-home parents navigate lending options.John will cover:How child support affects loan eligibilityWhat asset-based income can do for your clientsCredit considerations for stay-at-home parentsOut-of-the-box ideas for those who don’t qualify for a traditional loanAnd more2023-05-1750 minTexas Family Law InsidersRegina Edwards | Tech Tools for Family LawyersHow can family lawyers use technology to create work-life balance and provide a seamless client experience?Regina Edwards, owner and managing attorney of Edwards Family Law in Gwinnett County, Georgia, created the Facebook group Lawyer on the Beach to help other attorneys do just that.Now, she’s here to share her favorite tech tools and processes with you.She’ll cover:Designing an intake process around your ideal clientRunning a firm remotelyWhy she uses flat feesAutomating the process of declining clientsUsing tech for trial preparationAnd more...2023-05-031h 02
My Invisible DiseaseSurviving Guillain-Barre Syndrome- Meet Holly FrancesUnraveling Guillain-Barre Syndrome with Holly Frances: A Mother's JourneyParalyzed just weeks after giving birth to her first child, Holly Frances struggles to adjust to her new reality as she courageously battles Guillain-Barre Syndrome with the help of her inspiring support system and a conquering spirit.In this episode, you will be able to:Discover the intricacies and symptoms of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a rare autoimmune disorder.Understand the significance of early diagnosis and treatment for improving recovery outcomes.Learn effective self-care strategies and pacing techniques to manage chronic fatigue and nerve...2023-05-0138 minTexas Family Law InsidersTravis Cross | Understanding ReceivershipWhat do family lawyers need to know about receivership?My guest Travis Cross is the owner of the Lawyer’s Receivership Group, a receivership company based out of North Texas.In this episode, he’ll answer common questions such as:What is receivership?What are the 5 qualifications to be a receiver?Why should a receiver be both an attorney and a realtor?When should family lawyers get a receiver involved in their case?How does a receiver determine fair market value?And more2023-04-1938 minTexas Family Law InsidersJames Victor Esh | The Intersection of Family Law & Real EstateReal estate is most people’s #1 asset…It can be a crucial component to divorce cases, but many family lawyers lack experience in this area.James Victor Esh is here to fix that. As a former title lawyer and practicing family lawyer, he understands how the nuances of real estate impact family law. In this episode, he’ll share the most important facts family lawyers need to know about real estate, including:How to write legal descriptions for propertiesThe real meaning of pro formaConveyance documen...2023-04-0533 minTexas Family Law InsidersJonathan Fox | Inside the Office of the Attorney GeneralWhat goes on behind the scenes at the Office of the Attorney General?Jonathan Fox spent years working in the Office of the Attorney General and was named 2016 Assistant Attorney General of the Year. He is here to share his expertise on issues related to the Office of the Attorney General.He’ll break down common questions from family lawyers, including:What happens at the OAG when someone files a child support request?The difference between full service and registry onlyTime expectations for when the OAG will contact your clientModifications after a...2023-03-2232 minTexas Family Law InsidersScott Becker | Competency & Family LawWhen is competency relevant in a family law context? A competency issue can come into play in an enforcement proceeding—but understanding when and how to address it is critical.In this episode, Judge Scott Becker joins me to share his expertise on competency.He’ll cover:What qualifies as competent or incompetentWhen to use competencyWhat to do when you have competency concerns about a clientHow to balance ethical concerns about competencyHow to contest a claim of incompetencyAnd more2023-03-0837 minTexas Family Law InsidersCarrie Tapia | Navigating CPS Issues in Family Law CasesHow can you protect your clients when Child Protective Services becomes involved in a family law matter?Carrie Tapia, a Senior Attorney with The Draper Law Firm, is a former CPS caseworker.She uses that experience to guide family law clients as they navigate involvement with CPS and represents clients in appealing unfavorable CPS outcomes.In this episode, Carrie shares her expertise on navigating CPS issues in family law cases.She’ll cover:What happens when someone makes an allegation to CPS?Advice for clients when CPS wants to in...2023-02-2231 minTexas Family Law InsidersChristene “Chris” Krupa Downs | Technology to Make Lawyers’ Lives EasierLawyers have an ethical obligation to be up to date with technology… But many don’t know the latest available tools to make their lives easier… In this episode, Christene “Chris” Krupa Downs covers what lawyers need to know about technology, including the must-know apps and how to utilize them. She’ll cover:Tips for scanning documentsInternet security issuesPassword protectionTranslation softwareVPNOnline notary servicesAnd more2023-02-0852 minTexas Family Law InsidersInsider Secrets for Winning Non-Parent Custody Cases in TexasWhat’s currently happening in parent vs non-parent custody litigation? It has been over two years since the C.J.C. decision, so today I give you the latest updates in parent vs. non-parent child custody litigation.As I launch my new book on this subject, I give you some tips and tricks for handling your next parent vs non-parent child custody case.In this episode, I’ll cover:Why you should always ask for a ruling on standing (and what to do if the court denies it)The two prongs of the...2023-01-2539 minTexas Family Law InsidersHannah Hembree Bell | How Her Divorce Shaped This Attorney’s PracticeMost family lawyers don’t know what it’s like to be on the “other side of the table…” But when we do experience family law firsthand, it gives us incredible perspective on how to best serve our clients… Hannah Hembree Bell is here to share how her own divorce shaped her journey as a family law attorney—and what you can learn from someone who has been in your client’s shoes. Hannah also discusses her take on work-life balance as a mom/lawyer, the process of starting her law...2023-01-1136 minTexas Family Law InsidersAdam Dietrich | Understanding Parental Rights & Duties and Making Them EnforceableWhat are the legal rights & duties of parents?When divorced or separated parents disagree, it can be hard to determine who gets to make a decision about their child.Adam Dietrich is here to break down how family lawyers can navigate these complicated scenarios and how we can change how we draft orders to make rights and duties more enforceable. We’ll cover:What rights & duties do both parents have at all times?How does conservatorship affect rights & duties?Making medical and educational decisionsIs tiebreaker language a good solution?The enforceability of rights & dut...2022-12-2847 minTexas Family Law InsidersStephanie Tang | Cryptocurrency & Family LawAs cryptocurrency becomes widespread, it’s becoming an issue in family law cases.But many lawyers lack an understanding of cryptocurrency and how it can affect division of property in divorce cases. Baylor University Law Professor Stephanie Tang is here to break down the basics of cryptocurrency and discuss how the world of family law has adapted to the growth of digital currency.We’ll cover:What is the blockchain?How does mining work?What are NFTs—and how are they valued?Best practic...2022-12-1455 minTexas Family Law InsidersThomas Just | The Unique Challenges of Military Family LawWhen the military intersects with family law, attorneys may feel out of their comfort zone… Suddenly, you have to navigate complex policies that you’re unfamiliar with… And face unique family circumstances such as deployment & childcare… In this episode, Thomas Just shares his expertise on military family law and breaks down some of the essential facts attorneys need to consider when working on these cases. We’ll cover:Why adultery claims work differently for military casesWhat happens if your client gets deployed during the cas...2022-11-3040 minTexas Family Law InsidersJerome Stein | The Role of a Litigation StrategistShould you add a litigation strategist to your team? A litigation strategist can be an invaluable tool for an attorney… They can keep you organized, help you select the best clients, and save your clients money… Jerome Stein is here to give you an inside look at his role as a litigation strategist and break down why attorneys can benefit from one.2022-11-1628 minTexas Family Law InsidersNicole Voyles | Drafting Orders with an Eye for EnforcementIf you draft an order that’s not enforceable, it’s worthless…How can you ensure your order meets your client’s needs?Nicole Voyles is here to discuss the ins and outs of drafting orders with an eye for enforcement. Nicole covers the most common areas where family lawyers need to consider enforcement, including:Possession and access schedulesUnreimbursed medical expensesRight of first refusalChild supportThe morality clauseAnd more2022-11-0248 minTexas Family Law InsidersEmily Doron | What Family Lawyers Can Learn From Criminal LawCriminal law experience is an invaluable asset for a family lawyer…When family law and criminal law cases overlap, you need the knowledge to navigate them…And you can use the information-gathering techniques of prosecutors for your family law case…Emily Doron of The Draper Law Firm is here to discuss her background as an Assistant District Attorney and how that has helped her as a family law attorney.Listen to learn:The importance of understanding overlapping areas of criminal and family...2022-10-1940 min
Chanctonbury Church14/08/2022 - Holly Draper14/08/2022 - Holly Draper by Chanctonbury Church2022-10-0914 minTexas Family Law InsidersAmber Alwais | When Forensic Accountants Can Help Your CaseHow can a forensic accountant help your case? If your case involves tracing separate property, proving hidden assets, or business valuation, you may need to bring in a forensic accountant… Amber Alwais is here to break down the role of a forensic accountant and answer common questions attorneys have about working with one. Listen to learn:What types of cases benefit from a forensic accountantThe threshold of net worth for using a forensic accountantHow forensic accountants can find hidden assetsWhat forensic accountants can do that attorneys can’t...2022-10-0541 minTexas Family Law InsidersSamantha Greene | Clinical Social Workers & Family LawAs a family law attorney, you may encounter Licensed Clinical Social Workers—or maybe you have clients that need a referral to one.But what is the role of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and how are these practitioners involved in family law?In this episode, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Samantha Greene answers these questions and discusses how you can help clients dealing with trauma.Listen to learn:How a clinical therapist differs from a forensic therapistWhen clinical therapists can be involved in fa...2022-09-2148 min
Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast, Helping you create a profitable, sustainable law firm you loveAmassing Wealth Series: Wealthy Woman Lawyer® Holly Draper Shares How She Invests in Short-Term RentalsIn this series, we’re tackling the question: “What do I do once I start amassing wealth through my law firm business?”There are many avenues you could venture down when it comes to investing your wealth, diversifying your assets, and achieving financial freedom. So, let’s explore one of the most popular investments of 2022 – short-term rentals! Wealthy Woman Lawyer® Holly Draper, CEO and Managing Partner of The Draper Law Firm, PC in McKinney, Texas, has found great success in investing her law firm profits into real estate and turning beautiful single family homes into short-term r...2022-09-1647 minTexas Family Law InsidersHolly Draper | Key Takeaways from C.J.C. and Post-C.J.C. UpdatesIn today’s episode of the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast, I’m going to give you all the updates on what’s happened in Texas following the C.J.C. decision.As you may know, I represented the father in the C.J.C. case from the trial court to the Texas Supreme Court…I already discussed the background and opinions from C.J.C. in Episode 19, but today we will dive deeper into the takeaways from C.J.C. and what has happened in family law since that tim...2022-09-0745 minTexas Family Law InsidersChad Petross | Tracing 101 for Family LawyersTracing is crucial in many clients’ divorce cases…And any reputable family lawyer should understand this process.If your client can’t afford to hire a tracing expert, you may be the one responsible for tracing—so you need to know the ins and outs.In this episode, Chad Petross breaks down tracing for family lawyers and shows you how these techniques can help your client get the best possible result.Listen to learn:Tracing techniques for bank accounts and investment accountsHow to present tracing...2022-08-2446 minTexas Family Law InsidersAmy Tyson | A Children’s Book Author on Parenting Through DivorceExplaining divorce to a child is one of the most difficult moments a parent can go through… As a single mother and teacher, my guest on this episode knows this firsthand. Amy Tyson wrote a children’s book, One Princess, Two Castles, for her daughter, and she’s since shared the book with the world. The book aims to bring hope, healing, and comfort to young children while reinforcing the idea that, “Things will be different, but things will be good!” As a family lawyer...2022-08-1024 minTexas Family Law InsidersAshley Shihab | How A Life Coach Can Help Your ClientWhen your clients are going through a divorce, they may want personal guidance through this difficult life change… A life coach may be the answer. But what is a life coach and how can you connect your struggling client to one? Life coach Ashley Shihab helps people reconnect with themselves and move forward to a better future. In this episode, she discusses the role of a life coach and how your clients can benefit from this resource.2022-07-2734 minTexas Family Law InsidersDaphne Trombley | A Family Lawyer’s Guide to the Office of the Attorney GeneralAs a private family law attorney, you may not know the ins and outs of the Office of the Attorney General, but when dealing with a child support case, understanding the OAG can help you get a faster, or better, outcome for your clients.Today on the podcast, Daphne Trombley walks you through the OAG and child support cases.Daphne served a 7-year tenure as the Managing Assistant Attorney General for the Office of the Attorney General’s Child Support Division.In this episode, she lends you her expertise so you can learn…Ho...2022-07-1350 minTexas Family Law InsidersLance Taylor | Family Law & Real EstateWhat challenges arise when a divorcing couple is buying or selling a home? Today on the podcast, we discuss the intersection of family law and real estate. My guest is Lance Taylor, a realtor with Keller Williams Realty in Plano, Texas. He teams up with attorneys to help divorcing clients navigate the real estate process. Lance joins us to explore how attorneys and real estate agents can guide clients through this difficult life change, getting the best outcome for all parties.Listen to lea...2022-06-2934 minTexas Family Law InsidersRobert Bailes | Understanding Business Valuations and Tracing in Family LawWe are pleased to welcome Robert Bailes to the show. Robert is the Founder and Managing Partner of Bailes & Co., P.C. He is a CPA with accreditations in financial forensics and business valuations. His 35 years of experience as a financial expert has primarily been in the area of family law, focused on tracing and valuations.Robert is extremely knowledgeable of nuances in Texas case law when it comes to the often-painstaking tasks of valuing businesses and tracing assets in family case proceedings. Our conversation details what a family law attorney needs to know about business valuations...2022-06-1535 minTexas Family Law InsidersElisa Reiter | The Role and Rights of a Psychological ParentWe’re excited to welcome Elisa Reiter of Underwood Perkins as our guest today on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Elisa’s practice focuses on family law matters, including divorces, custody, grandparent rights, LGBTQ issues, and elder law issues.We’re sitting down with Elisa today to discuss how state courts across the country are redefining the laws pertaining to a psychological parent. Elisa says, “Hillary Clinton taught us from the old African Proverb that ‘It takes a village to raise a child,’ and it does. Are there times that someone who is simply a psy...2022-06-0150 minTexas Family Law InsidersHoney Sheff | Using Collaborative Mental Health Professionals In and Out of the Collaborative SettingWe’re excited to welcome Dr. Honey Sheff to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast today. Dr. Sheff is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 40 years of clinical experience and an expertise in family issues. She holds a Graduate Certificate Degree in Dispute Resolution. 95% of her practice is family law related, where she serves in the roles of a neutral Mental Health Professional and Child Specialist, provides counseling services, and acts as a parenting coordinator. Dr. Sheff says, “Collaborative divorce is aimed at helping couples reach customized solutions to restructure their families as they move forward...2022-05-1845 minTexas Family Law InsidersJoAl Cannon Sheridan | Understanding the UCCJEAWe’re excited to talk to our guest JoAl Cannon Sheridan today. JoAl is a well-known and experienced trial lawyer in the area of family law. Board Certified in Family Law since 2008 by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, JoAl is a nationally recognized speaker to both lawyers and judges on complex family law topics, including third-party and grandparent cases, conservatorship, interstate and international jurisdictional issues, complex marital property law, and professionalism and ethics. JoAl practices law at Sheridan Family Law, PLLC in Austin, Texas. JoAl is a frequent speaker on the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enf...2022-05-0445 minTexas Family Law InsidersRyan Bauerle | Insider Advice on the TROI’m excited to welcome my guest, Ryan Bauerle of Goranson Bain Ausley, PLLC to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast today. Ryan is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law, and serves as Chair of the Family Law Committee and Liaison to the Section of Family Law of the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, and was elected as Director of District 4 by the Texas Young Lawyers Association. He serves in multiple capacities for State and Local Bar Associations.Ryan is sitting down with us today to...2022-04-2048 minTexas Family Law InsidersLindsay Menz | Divorce and the Mortgage: How to Help Your Clients PrepareToday we are excited to welcome Lindsay Menz to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Lindsay is a Mortgage Loan Officer with Cross Country Mortgage. Cross Country Mortgage lends throughout the United States with most lending taking place remotely, providing mortgages for purchases, refinances, construction & renovation loans. As a single mother, Lindsay specializes in helping clients going through a divorce. Lindsay is sitting down with us today to offer some insight and options for helping our clients who are facing mortgage issues complicated by their divorce. Listen as she shares:The single biggest c...2022-04-0633 minTexas Family Law InsidersLauren Duffer | A Family Lawyer’s Guide to Assisted Reproductive TechnologyToday we’re talking with Lauren Duffer on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Lauren has extensive training and expertise in collaborative divorce, modifications, assisted reproduction, child custody, complex marital property division, pre- and post-marital agreements, and adoption matters. She has recently joined the Sisemore Law Firm. Today, 80% of Lauren’s practice involves Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) cases. We invited her on the show to offer us an insider look at the different aspects involved in these types of cases.Tune in to discover…Gestational Carrier vs. Traditional Surrogate: what's the difference? Lauren walks us thro...2022-03-3029 minTexas Family Law InsidersJenny Womack | Family Formation: A Look at Adoption, Surrogacy and Assisted ReproductionWe’re excited to talk to our guest Jenny Womack of Jenny L. Womack, P.C. in Dallas, Texas. Since 1998, Jenny has helped create happy families by focusing her practice exclusively on adoption, surrogacy, gamete donation and family building. Today, we’re sitting down with Jenny to delve deeper into the complex legal processes involved in adoption, surrogacy, and assisted reproduction, including: The different paths to adoption—what each one offers, what to watch out for, how to help your clients remain within the law and avoid the scams, and special considerations for the LGBTQ+ communit...2022-03-2342 minTexas Family Law InsidersRocky Pilgrim | Amicus Attorneys in Family Law CasesToday on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast, we are sitting down with attorney Rocky Pilgrim.Rocky has been practicing law for over 18 years and owns Pilgrim Law Office, P.C., a family law firm with offices in Tomball and Richmond, Texas. With a focus on children, Rocky regularly serves as an amicus attorney in family law cases.Rocky says that an amicus is most appropriate when you have a high conflict situation and the parents just cannot agree. One is saying black and the other is saying white, there are major communication...2022-03-1638 minTexas Family Law InsidersRobin Watts | Counseling in High Conflict Custody CasesToday on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast, we welcome guest Robin Watts. Robin is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Parenting Facilitator and Parenting Coordinator, and an expert in Reunification Therapy.One thing that can most negatively affect children’s development is high conflict between their parents. Robin joins us on the show today to discuss how forensic counseling can be useful in these types of divorce and custody cases. Listen as she walks us through:Family systems therapy and reunification therapy—what’s the difference, what’s the process, and when is it effectiveWhat are the esse...2022-03-0934 minTexas Family Law InsidersRichel Rivers | An Expert's Guide to Family Law Jury TrialsToday we’re excited to welcome Richel “Rikky” Rivers to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Rikky has been practicing law for 46 years because she loves her work. She is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, Civil Appellate Law and Family Law, and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. An expert in family law jury trials, we invited her on the show today to share her knowledge and give us an in-depth look at everything you need to know to prepare yourself, your case, and your client for a jury.Listen...2022-03-0250 min
Chanctonbury Church20/02/22 - Holly Draper - Power of Prayer20/02/22 - Holly Draper - Power of Prayer by Chanctonbury Church2022-02-2726 minTexas Family Law InsidersMaisha Colter | Navigating Domestic Violence Family Law CasesToday we are excited to welcome Maisha Colter to the show. Maisha is the Chief Executive Officer of the Non-Profit, AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse). AVDA’s mission is to end family violence by advocating for the safety and self-determination of victims, promoting accountability for abusers, and fostering a community response to abuse by providing family violence intervention and prevention in the Greater Houston Area. Maisha says, “Oftentimes the client doesn’t necessarily identify themself as a victim of domestic violence, even if in fact they are.”We’re sitting down with her today to le...2022-02-2332 minTexas Family Law InsidersLauren Powell | The Impact of Bankruptcy in Family LawToday, we’re excited to welcome Lauren Powell to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Lauren is the founder and President of Powell Law Offices, P.C., a firm focused on family law, probate, and bankruptcy in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. She’s also an Adjunct Professor at The University of North Texas School of Law, is Nationally Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, and is a sought-after panelist and speaker at national and local legal conferences. Lauren says, “Bankruptcy and family law are different—family law has a lot of gray areas… bankruptcy does not. In bankrupt...2022-02-1634 minTexas Family Law InsidersSuzanne Wooten | A Mediator’s Guide to the Process of MediationToday on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast, our guest is Former State District Judge, Suzanne Wooten. Judge Wooten has 27 years of experience in civil, family, and business law in the roles of trial attorney, mediator, arbitrator, and District Judge. Her experience has given her a wide range of knowledge and techniques designed to help her resolve even the most difficult disputes. In the last nine years, through her company, North Texas Litigation Solutions, she has handled over 1600 mediations. She’s joining us today to walk us through mediation dos and d...2022-02-0942 minTexas Family Law InsidersEllen Williamson | The Basics of Estate Planning for Family LawyersWe’re excited to welcome Ellen Williamson to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast today. Ellen has been practicing law for over 15 years. Located in Dallas, her firm, Ellen Williamson Law PC, focuses on legal matters relating to estate planning, probate, and guardianship. Outside of the office, she’s an Ironman triathlete and marathon runner.We’ve invited her on the show today to walk us through what family lawyers need to know about estate planning, including:The 3 critical items included in an estate planThe magic wand of estate planning—this is like the difference between having r...2022-02-0231 minTexas Family Law InsidersLarry Praeger | The Pros And Cons of Involving Mental Health Professionals in Your CaseToday, we’re excited to welcome Larry Praeger of Lawrence J. Praeger PC, to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast.Larry’s Dallas based practice focuses on family law, with a specialty in mediation, and professional licensing issues. For twenty-five years, he has been preparing and defending mental health professionals in family law matters and helping them prepare for the litigation process. Larry sits down with me on today’s episode to talk about working with mental health professionals in your case. Listen as we discuss:Custody collaborations: the pros and cons of involving mental...2022-01-2632 minTexas Family Law InsidersRuby Powers | The Intersection of Family Law and ImmigrationToday on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast, our guest is Ruby Powers. The child of a Mexican immigrant, Ruby has both a passion for service and a cultural understanding of issues that are of concern for immigrants. Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, her firm, Powers Law Group, P.C., is an immigration law firm focused 100% on U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law.Ruby sits down with us today to discuss the intersection between family law and immigration.Listen as she walks us through:Is...2022-01-1931 minTexas Family Law InsidersEsther Donald | Divorce After 50: Insights into Handling Gray DivorcesToday we’re excited to welcome Esther Donald to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. A graduate of The University of Texas, Esther is a Partner at Goranson Bain Ausley Family Law. She has immersed herself in the collaborative law model and was recently distinguished as a Credentialed Collaborative Divorce Lawyer, one of a select few in the state.Today she sits down with us to discuss the distinctions of gray divorce including:The biggest challenges of divorcing over 50 How adult children can help (or hurt) the case and insights on creative ways to involve themThe sec...2022-01-1236 minTexas Family Law InsidersAudrey Blair | Arbitration in Family Law CasesWe’re excited to welcome Audrey Blair as our guest today on the “Texas Family Law Insiders” podcast. Audrey has been practicing family law in Texas since 2002. In 2014 she was burned out on family law litigation, so she took an epic road trip which led to her pivoting her practice to family law appeals and legal research and writing. Audrey sits down with me today to talk about arbitration, what it is, when it’s useful, and some of the pros and cons of its use in family law cases. Listen to learn: The truth b...2022-01-0528 minTexas Family Law InsidersNatalie Koehler | Divorce and the Ranch: Unique Issues in Rural DivorcesToday we welcome Natalie Koehler to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast.Natalie has been practicing family law for 20 years and currently serves as the elected Bosque County Attorney. After her own divorce, she transitioned her firm, Koehler Law Firm P.C. to mediation, finding it was a fit for her peacemaker personality. A sixth-generation rancher, Natalie is sitting down with us today to share her special insight into rural family law cases. Our time together was packed with a lot of valuable insight. Listen as she walks us through:Ke...2021-12-2933 minTexas Family Law InsidersKate Bihm | When Family Law and Criminal Law IntersectToday we are excited to welcome attorney Kate Bihm to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Kate has been practicing law since 2007. Her firm, The Bihm Firm, PLLC, focuses their efforts on family law and criminal defense. Known for her ready smile, salty language, and love of bright colors, Kate loves providing her services to her clients involved in high conflict cases. We’re sitting down with her today to discuss the intersection between family law and criminal law. Listen as Kate walks us through: The most important thing for family law attorneys to know...2021-12-2240 minTexas Family Law InsidersKathleen Schofield | When To Involve a Mental Health Professional in Your CaseWe’re excited to welcome Kathleen Schofield to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Kathleen is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Clear View Counseling Group in Dallas. She specializes in working with high-conflict families and enjoys the challenge of stepping in and helping everyone to communicate differently.Kathleen says, “I really genuinely think people don’t like to be in that mental and emotional state. They’re just not quite sure what to do.”Today, we’re sitting down with Kathleen to discuss helping clients break out of the co-parenting conflict cycle and working with...2021-12-1531 minTexas Family Law InsidersHow To Effectively Prepare Your Client For HearingsToday on the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast, I am again joined by my partner, Brandi Crozier, to discuss how our team at The Draper Law Firm prepares clients to testify in hearings.We like to tell our clients, “This is your opportunity to tell your story and to have the judge understand why he or she should rule how you want, but we have to get that point across in a hurry.” Listen as we share: The questions to ask during your prep sessions that will keep your clients from flying blind, put them i...2021-12-0823 minTexas Family Law InsidersPreparing Your Client for a Successful MediationToday on the “Texas Family Law Insiders” podcast, I sit down with my partner, Brandi Crozier, to discuss the processes for preparing for mediation.Brandi and our team at The Draper Law Firm have a reputation for having clients well prepared for successful mediations. Today, we sit down to discuss our firm’s strategies for preparing clients for mediation to make the most out of the process.Listen, as we walk through the steps we use to prepare, as well as:How a simple change in your preparation process can result in shorter mediat...2021-12-0128 minTexas Family Law InsidersLeigh de la Reza | The Impact of Vicarious Trauma on Family Law AttorneysToday we are excited to welcome attorney Leigh de la Reza to the Texas Family Law Insiders' podcast. Leigh has been practicing family law for 16 years and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.Leigh’s husband is an Assistant Chief in their local fire department, which led her to specialize in working with first responders. Through this work, she learned about the effects of vicarious trauma. She soon learned that family lawyers suffer high rates of vicarious trauma due to what their jobs entail.Leigh says, “Vica...2021-11-2435 minTexas Family Law InsidersSandra Roland | Educational Evaluations in Family Law CasesToday we’re excited to welcome Sandra Dodson Roland, Ph.D., ABPP, to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Dr. Roland is Board Certified in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. She’s licensed in the State of Texas as a Psychologist and Licensed Specialist and has spent nearly 25 years working with children, adolescents and their families. She provides evaluations including autism spectrum, cognitive, ADHD, and child custody and adoption evaluations. Today we are sitting down with her to discuss educational evaluations and how they can be used in family law cases. Listen as she walks u...2021-11-1728 minTexas Family Law InsidersVictoria Harvey | Psychological Evaluations in Family Law CasesWe’re excited to welcome Victoria T. Harvey, PhD, as our guest today on the “Texas Family Law Insiders” podcast. Dr. Harvey is a licensed clinical psychologist and holds a Masters of Science in Criminal Justice. She provides child custody and psychological evaluations. She says, “Psychological evaluations have a wealth of information that they can offer the court.” She’ll walk us through the psychologist's role in family law cases as well as:When should a psychologist become involved and how to ask the right questions to ensure you get the answers you needThree things that should be cov...2021-11-1034 minTexas Family Law InsidersDavid Brunson | Collaborative Divorce and the Financial NeutralToday, we’re excited to welcome David Brunson, CFA®, CFP®, CDFA®, President of Lifeway Financial Corporation, to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. David has over three decades of experience in both the financial planning and investment management fields and holds several financial services designations. He’s also a frequent speaker on the collaborative divorce process. David says, “Just about every dispute has to do with money to some extent.” He joins us today to talk about his role as a financial neutral in the collaborative divorce process. Listen as he shares:The value of bringing in a...2021-11-0334 minTexas Family Law InsidersSam Thornal | Using a CFP to Help Divorcing Clients Win FinanciallyWe’re excited to welcome Sam Thornal, CFP®, CDFA® , ChFC® , CRPC® as our guest today on the “Texas Family Law Insiders” podcast. Sam is a graduate of Baylor University and is the CEO of Encircle Wealth Advisors, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Early in his career, Sam met many people who were bankrupt within 5 years of their divorce. Right then, he knew he wanted to help people reach past the emotions and make the right financial decisions to not just survive divorce but thrive. Now, he helps clients with their post divorce financial planning. I can’t stress...2021-10-2738 minTexas Family Law InsidersKaren Marvel | Unusual Remedies for Collecting Past Due Child Support and How to Use ThemToday we are excited to welcome attorney Karen Marvel to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Karen practices family law and has held many leadership positions during her career. In each year from 2017-2020 she was named one of the top 50 family law attorneys by S.A. Scene magazine. Karen’s passion is collecting past due child support no matter how old the case. She says, “One of the things Texas does really well is this huge array of remedies to help people collect support.” Today we are talking to her about what fami...2021-10-2039 minTexas Family Law InsidersSusan Fletcher | Understanding Parental AlienationTo be successful in parental alienation litigation you need to work with an experienced psychologist, someone trained in forensic psychology, high conflict divorce, and who has a working knowledge of the law and the judicial system.We are so happy to welcome just such an expert to the show this week. Susan Fletcher, PhD, is an author, licensed psychologist, and member of the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychology. She is going to help us better understand the role of a forensic psychologist in parental alienation cases and how we can better help our clients. Our...2021-10-1352 minTexas Family Law InsidersCory Montfort | When an Attorney isn’t Enough: How Therapy Can Be Helpful in Family Law CasesToday, we’re excited to welcome Cory Montfort of the Montfort Group to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Cory is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a board-approved Counselor Supervisor for the State of Texas. The Montfort Group provides couples counseling and individual therapy.Today, we’re sitting down with Cory to discuss what family lawyers need to know about the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and the issues she is seeing in her practice, including:The unspoken challenges and unexpected benefits of telehealth therapyHer tips for family lawyers to help co-parenting clients put the chil...2021-10-0637 minTexas Family Law InsidersKala Arevalo | TikTok—It’s Not Just for Teenagers—the Two Sides of Social Media for AttorneysWe’re very excited to welcome Kala Arevalo to the show today. Kala began working in family law in 2008 as a paralegal, then worked her way through college and law school, becoming a licensed attorney in the state of Texas in 2018. Today she’s going to share with the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast listeners the two different facets of social media for attorneys – dealing with the social media components of family law cases and how to use social media to market your practice.Listen as she walks us through:Social media slip ups—how to sa...2021-09-2935 minTexas Family Law InsidersMelinda Eitzen | An Inside Look at Divorce The Collaborative WayToday, we’re excited to welcome Melinda Eitzen to the Texas Family Law Insiders podcast. Melinda is a partner at Duffee + Eitzen. The daughter of a retired Judge, Melinda is in her 27th year of practicing family law. She is a licensed mediator and has spent twenty years practicing collaborative law. She’s co-authored two books: “Divorce The Collaborative Way. Is It The Way For You?” and “Considering Divorce? Critical Things You Need to Know.”Melinda says she was attracted to collaborative law because “it allows the participants, the husband and wife, to be their higher se...2021-09-2239 min