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Mediate This!How Do I Center Myself Emotionally During A Turbulent Divorce?A listener writes in and asks, "How do people center themselves emotionally during a turbulent divorce?" Matthew Brickman goes through the most popular options for getting through an emotionally charged divorce process. Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If...
2025-11-2114 min
Mediate This!How Does The DIY Divorce & Paternity Process in Florida Work?Matthew Brickman explains the current process for DIY Divorce, Paternity and Modification actions in the State of Florida. Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then vi...
2025-11-0712 min
Mediate This!Safeguarding Property in Marriage & Divorce with Ryan D. Brown (Best Lender in Palm Beach & Treasure Coast)Matthew Brickman sits down with Ryan D. Brown to discuss how to protect your property and home in both marriage and divorce—and what you need to know before stepping up to the altar. Ryan D. Brown is the Branch Manager / Mortgage Loan Originator/ Divisional Vice President of the Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations of Cross Country Mortgage. For the last 5 years in a row The Ryan Brown Team won BEST LENDER in Palm Beach County by The Palm Beach Post and won the BEST LENDER in the Treasure Coast for 2025! ...
2025-10-1030 minMediate This!David Pisarra: Top 30% Family Law Cases Involve High-Conflict People With Borderline Personality DisordersDavid Pisarra and Matthew Brickman discuss the Top 30% of High-Conflict Family Law Cases involving people with borderline personality disorders and the mental manipulation they utilize in the family court system.David Pisarra is the founder of Union of Dads, with over 25 years in Family Law, focusing on helping fathers in custody and divorce cases. He's developed a supportive community with a social media reach of 125,000 dads aged 24-50, aiming to empower them in being active participants in their children's lives.At Dad's Law School
2025-09-0531 minMediate This!Interview with David Pisarra Founder of Union Dads and Dad's Law SchoolDavid Pisarra is the founder of Union of Dads, with over 25 years in Family Law, focusing on helping fathers in custody and divorce cases. He's developed a supportive community with a social media reach of 125,000 dads aged 24-50, aiming to empower them in being active participants in their children's lives.At Dad's Law School, he lends practical skills for dads to succeed in Family Court, offering comprehensive online guidance and in-person trainings like his Dad's Badass Bootcamp.https://mensfamilylaw.comhttps://www.unionofdads.com-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Have ques...
2025-08-2228 minMediate This!Interview with NJ Divorce Attorney John NachlingerWith over 20 years of legal experience, John Nachlinger has built his career on one radical belief: divorce doesn’t have to mean chaos, court battles, or losing everything you’ve worked for.Unlike traditional divorce attorneys who profit from prolonged conflict, John co-founded Netsquire around transparency, flat-fee predictability, and resolutions that protect what matters most. He’s also the force behind Divorce Shield, where he helps men across the country take back control of their divorce before it takes control of them.https://www.centraljerseyfamilylaw.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------
2025-08-011h 12Mediate This!Matthew Brickman & Tad A. Nelson Talks Retirement Plans from Mediation - There Isn't OneMatthew Brickman speaks with Lawyer and Forensic Scientist Tad A. Nelson on MediateThis! to discuss retirement plans from mediation - there isn't one. With over 400 jury trials under his belt, Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization for 30 years, and recognized as a Super Lawyer over 10 consecutive years, Tad Nelson is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. His reputation for aggressive representation, combined with an unparalleled level of expertise, has made him the go-to criminal defense attorney in Galveston County and beyond. ...
2025-04-2536 minMediate This!Matthew Brickman and Dana Casperson Reveal How To Find Your Power In Mediation & NegotiationMatthew Brickman and Dana Casperson reveal tactics on how to your find your power in negotiation, mediation and everyday life situations. Dana is a practitioner of "constructive conflict", award-winning performing artist, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author. She works with individuals, workplaces, and communities worldwide as a trainer, coach, consultant, and dialogue designer. Dana draws on the knowledge and insight gained from her experience and training as a mediator and conflict analyst as well as her 40 years career as a performing arts innovator.Conflict Is an Opportunity: Twenty Fundamental...
2025-02-2843 minMediate This!Farewell SydneyMatthew Brickman in a farewell episode to Sydney Mitchell, former co-host of the MediateThis! Podcast.Matthew Brickman is still here to answer your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional he...
2024-10-0405 minMediate This!Has Divorce in Modern Times Become Tougher on Mothers or Fathers?A listener writes in and asks, "Matthew, Has Divorce in Modern Times Become Tougher on Mothers or Fathers?" The answer to that question is...yes. Tougher on both the mother and father, depending on the perspective as Matthew breaks down how it has changed for both parties and what you need to know to make yours easier.Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in th...
2024-09-2015 minMediate This!Can A Divorce Attorney Guarantee A Win?A listener writes in and asks, "Matthew, Can an attorney guarantee a particular result in a divorce case - especially if the circumstances are heavily in one person's favor?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a...
2024-09-0612 minMediate This!What Can And Can't Be Mediated?A listener writes in and asks, "Matthew, What can and what cannot be mediated?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com...
2024-07-1216 minMediate This!Online Mediation Vs In-Person Mediation in 2024A listener writes in and asks, "Matthew, What are the benefits of online mediation vs in-person now that we're in 2024 post-covid and why should I choose virtual?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a matter, dis...
2024-06-2114 minMediate This!The Current Process for DIY Divorce and Paternity Action in FloridaA listener writes in and asks, "What is the current process for DIY Divorce and DIY Paternity Action in the State of Florida?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you ne...
2024-01-2612 minMediate This!WAKE UP - It's Time!Family Law & Divorce Mediator Matthew Brickman explains how seemingly small decisions we make in our lives can have a ripple effect on something much larger and how this correlates to our everyday lives. He references the 2004 film The Butterfly Effect to illustrate this concept. If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479Matthew Brickman is a Florida Supreme Court
2024-01-1215 minMediate This!The Ins and Outs of a Qualified Domestic Relations Order QDROA listener writes in and asks, "What are the aspects of a QDRO that I need to know? Is this always court ordered or can one spouse initiate it?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a...
2023-12-2907 minMediate This!Do I Have An Advantage If I Initiate The Divorce?A listener writes in and asks, "Does the person who initiates a divorce bear any other advantage aside from that they may be better prepared?" Matthew Brickman answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a matter, disagreement, or di...
2023-12-1504 minMediate This!Matthew Brickman And Keld Jensen - EVERYTHING Is Negotiable It's a deep dive into negotiation tactics and strategies as Matthew and Keld Jensen discuss why EVERYTHING is negotiable in life. Keld Jensen is a passionate negotiation strategist and speaker. He works with international companies on strategy and negotiations, building trust and finding solutions together. Mr. Jensen is a master negotiator having negotiated internationally for global organizations, he is an associate professor at four Universities, a keynote speaker, and the author of 25 books including his newest release - Negotiation EssentialsIf you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit
2023-12-0130 minMediate This!Matthew Brickman Interviews Keld Jensen - Author of Negotiation Essentials Keld Jensen is a passionate negotiation strategist and speaker. He works with international companies on strategy and negotiations, building trust and finding solutions together. Mr. Jensen is a master negotiator having negotiated internationally for global organizations, he is an associate professor at four Universities, a keynote speaker, and the author of 25 books including his newest release - Negotiation EssentialsIf you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479Matthew B...
2023-11-1739 minMediate This!Matthew Brickman Interviews Lawrence Joss of Parental Alienation Anonymous Inc. (PA-A.org)Lawrence Joss is the founder of Parental Alienation Anonymous Inc (PA-A.org), a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to fostering education, advocacy, and support for individuals grappling with the distressing impact of parental alienation, estrangement, erasure, and family disconnection. Parental Alienation Anonymous Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/PAAsupport/Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentalalienationanonymousInstagram https://www.instagram.com/parentalalienationanonymous/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/parental-alienation-awareness-support-group/If you have a ma...
2023-10-2746 minMediate This!Matthew Brickman Interviews Casner & Edwards Family Law Partner Marc FitzgeraldMarc E. Fitzgerald handles all aspects of domestic relations, equity matters and probate litigation, including divorce, custody, modification actions, child support, alimony, paternity, guardianship, adoption, pre- and postnuptial agreements, de facto parenting, and will contests. Matthew Brickman speaks to Marc about his experience in domestic relations and his unique approach to conflict resolution.If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation or Call (877) 822-1479Matthew Brickman is a Florida...
2023-10-201h 14Mediate This!Matthew Brickman Interviews Stan Tatkin Developer Of The Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy® (PACT)Dr. Stan Tatkin is a clinician, teacher and author who has integrated neuroscience, attachment therapy and current therapies and is a developer, along with his wife, of the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy® (PACT) which is taught through their institute to train other psychotherapists in this methodology. Matthew Brickman speaks to Dr. Tatkin about his new book and his unique approach to couple's therapy as it pertains to conflict resolution.If you have a matter, disagreement, or dispute you need professional help with then visit iMediate.com - Email mbrickman@ichatmediation
2023-09-2951 minMediate This!In the State of Florida House Bill 775 Changes Paternity ForeverHouse Bill 775 relates to the Shared Parental Responsibility after Establishment of Paternity which makes significant changes to paternity in Florida. Matthew Brickman updates you how these changes impact your parental obligations while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and li...
2023-09-1515 minMediate This!Florida Kidcare Insurance Update for 2023House Bill 121 relates to the Florida Kidcare Program is the medical insurance program in the state of Florida for children. Matthew Brickman updates you on the significant changes made to this program while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're ge...
2023-09-0105 minMediate This!No More Permanent Alimony: The Alimony Reform Bill Was Finally Passed In FloridaAfter multiple attempts, year after year, Alimony Reform has finally been signed by the governor in the State of Florida. There is no more permanent alimony in Florida. Matthew Brickman updates you on how this has come to pass and what options are left for alimony while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a le...
2023-08-1818 minMediate This!2023 Update: New Laws For Florida Timesharing (Formerly Called Visitation)There are new laws governing timesharing in Florida, which was formerly referred to as child visitation. Matthew Brickman updates you on the new laws affecting divorce and paternity while he answers your most frequently asked questions about divorce as he goes over several key points:Assume nothing.Know who you are before you get married. Know who you're getting married to. Know the laws and statutes in the state you live in.Don't take advice from anyone who isn't a legal professional in the state in which you're getting married and living in.If you have a ma...
2023-08-0430 min