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The Classy Career Girl PodcastHow Do You Pivot After 20 Years in an Established Career?How do you pivot after 20 years in an established career? I'm thrilled to feature Tracey Coates, a recent graduate of the Classy Career Girl® Certified Career Coach program, who did just that. After two decades as a practicing family law attorney, Tracey felt she had hit a plateau. She was ready to expand her impact beyond the courtroom. She embarked on an entrepreneurial journey, opening her own firm and simultaneously pursuing a certification in career coaching. Her new mission: to guide other professional working mothers who feel stuck or bored in their careers toward new l...
2025-09-1116 min
The Classy Career Girl PodcastHow Do You Pivot After 20 Years in an Established Career?How do you pivot after 20 years in an established career? I'm thrilled to feature Tracey Coates, a recent graduate of the Classy Career Girl® Certified Career Coach program, who did just that. After two decades as a practicing family law attorney, Tracey felt she had hit a plateau. She was ready to expand her impact beyond the courtroom. She embarked on an entrepreneurial journey, opening her own firm and simultaneously pursuing a certification in career coaching. Her new mission: to guide other professional working mothers who feel stuck or bored in their careers toward new levels of success and fulfillment. T...
2025-09-1116 min
Awf The Record[Go Awf] Divorce Attorney: “Love isn’t the only thing that keeps a marriage together”Divorce attorneys have seen it all—messy breakups, unexpected betrayals, and some truly questionable decisions. In this segment, we get into the real reasons people stay too long, file too soon, or should’ve walked away years ago. From high-powered professionals trapped in toxic marriages to clients who expect their lawyer to be their personal attack dog, we’re breaking down the biggest red flags, courtroom shockers, and why some divorces are way overdue.GUEST RESOURCESTracey CoatesReach out to coatesfamilylaw.com/contact
2025-04-0807 minAwf The RecordDivorce Lawyer Shares Worst Cases & Toxic ClientsDivorce attorneys have seen it all—messy breakups, unexpected betrayals, and some truly questionable decisions. In this segment, we get into the real reasons people stay too long, file too soon, or should’ve walked away years ago. From high-powered professionals trapped in toxic marriages to clients who expect their lawyer to be their personal attack dog, we’re breaking down the biggest red flags, courtroom shockers, and why some divorces are way overdue.GUEST RESOURCESTracey CoatesReach out to coatesfamilylaw.com/contact
2025-03-1806 minAwf The RecordRed Flags You Should Never Ignore Before MarriageIs happily ever after just a fairy tale? Or is marriage set up to fail from the start? With over half of marriages ending in divorce, it’s a question worth asking. On this episode of Awf the Record, Jeannette and Mona sit down with family law attorney Tracey Coates to get real about marriage, divorce, and everything in between.From the biggest red flags people ignore before saying "I do" to the gender differences in why people file for divorce, Tracey brings her unfiltered expertise to the table. She also breaks down the financial and emotional ch...
2025-03-061h 01
The Stepmom Side Podcast#64: Stepfamily Legal Realities: Divorce, Custody, & Blending Families with Tracey J. CoatesIn this episode of The Stepmom Side Podcast, we’re diving deep into the legal side of stepfamily dynamics with none other than Tracey J. Coates, Managing Partner of Coates Family Law, PLLC. Tracey is a powerhouse attorney who represents high-net-worth and high-profile clients in domestic relations cases, including divorce, child custody, and adoption, and estate planning. Tracey is the host of the popular podcast, The Tracey Coates Show, and has published numerous articles on family law topics. She is a frequent presenter and commentator at events and appears regularly on radio and television.What you’ll lear...
2024-10-0139 min
Kevan Gosper In His Own WordsKevan Gosper In His Own Words | Scandals and InvestigationsNorth Korea threatens to upset the Seoul 1988 Olympics; Ben Johnson becomes the Olympics' biggest doping scandal; a corruption crisis engulfs the IOC; John Coates goes public with his offer of funding to two African NOCs in exchange for Sydney 2000 votes; and Gosper faces allegations himself.Support the show
2024-07-1944 min
Kevan Gosper In His Own WordsKevan Gosper In His Own Words | Beijing - Press Freedom & Human RightsGosper's confidence takes a hit. He faces unexpected resistance when recommending John Coates as a future IOC member. Gosper unsuccessful in seeking another term on the executive board. He regains his momentum with his work on the coordination commission overseeing the Beijing 2008 Games. But there are challenges there too - human rights and press freedom hurdles.Support the show
2024-07-1924 min
Dark and Stormy Book ClubRecommendations for your TBR listRecommendations For Your TBRShow NotesOn today's episode, we feature six books that we recommend for our listener's TBR. These are books thathave been sent to us for review. There is no way we can read every book but we want to make sure theyare highlighted in some way.Ann reported on Good Girls Don't Die by Christina Henry (Berkeley 11/23). This is the story of threewoman with one way out.Tracey reported on The Repurposed Spy by Oliver Dowson (self 3/22) A modern spy novel filled withhumor and...
2024-02-0619 min
I Am Refocused RadioJoe Morton and Tracey Moore of Crackle's Inside The Black Box, Season 2ABOUT INSIDE THE BLACK BOX, SEASON 2 NOW STREAMING ON CRACKLEInside the Black Box, hosted by Emmy and NAACP Image Award winner Joe Morton and celebrity acting coach Tracey Moore, spotlights the greatest artists of color, from actors to producers to directors, writers and musicians, and allows them to reflect on how the color of their skin affected their journey to success. Season 2 continues the important conversations from last season with a new set of black artists, with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Talent featured in the second season includes Debbie Allen...
2023-01-2609 min
The Boss Mom PodcastWhy do we yearn for more when we reach our goals? w/ Tracey CoatesA lot of times, once we reach our goals, we want to do more. The list of things we want to achieve keeps growing, and new goals take the place of old ones. That's perfectly natural. Our goals don't have to be set destinations - they can be rolling milestones toward creating what we want. Why do we yearn for more, and why do we grapple with deciding what to do? Can trial and error help when it comes to doing more, and how do we deal with failure? ...
2022-12-0134 min
Pop Culture Unplugged w/ EliasDana Abraham talks about his latest project ’Neon Lights’Dana Abraham recently joined host Elias in the cave! Dana is the star and screenwriter of 'Neon Lights' now available on Digital and On-Demand.
Neon Lights - is a new thriller that follows Clay Amani (Dana Abraham) a tech-tycoon who is on the verge of a hostile take over while also trying to get a handle on his mental health. Taking his therapist's advice Clay retreats to an off the grid location and hosts a family reunion with his estranged adopted siblings. However, secrets are revealed and old resentments boil to the surface. The reunion soon becomes...
2022-08-0220 min
Following Films PodcastBrenna Coates and Dana Abraham on NEON LIGHTSDirected by Rouzbeh Heydari (Together Again), Dana Abraham (Prisoner of Fear) wrote the film and stars in the movie along with Brenna Coates (“Coroner”), Brit MacRae (“The Eden Theory”), Stephen Tracey (“Good Sam”), Rene Escobar, Jr. (“Air Crash Investigation”), Erika Swayze (“Workin’ Moms”), Lauren Howe (“Reacher”) and Kim Coates ("Sons of Anarchy").In NEON LIGHTS, guests begin disappearing in an off-grid location, during a family reunion of misfit siblings and their offspring.
Momentum Pictures will release NEON LIGHTS On Demand and Digital on July 12, 2022.
2022-07-0729 min
The Tracey Coates Show42. Letting Go of Old Rules and Roles to Step Into Our Own Life with Margaret GhielmettiIf you’ve ever struggled with perfectionist or people-pleasing tendencies, this one’s for you.I’m sitting down with Margaret Ghielmetti to talk about her phenomenal book Brave(ish): A Memoir of a Recovering Perfectionist.Margaret Davis Ghielmetti is a writer, storyteller, solo performance artist, and photographer who wrote Brave(ish): A Memoir of a Recovering Perfectionist to inspire readers that it’s never too late to learn to live our own lives if we dare to let go of outdated roles and rules we thought kept us safe. She has lived on four c...
2022-03-2442 minThe Tracey Coates Show41. Sharing Your Life Story Helps You And Others Like You with Tiffany VaughanAs a family law attorney, my clients are often juggling many balls in the air at any given time–their careers, their relationships, their kids, their family and friends, and if they’re lucky, a minute or two for themselves.They’re exhausted, burned out, and stressed. Not to mention that they’re going through the emotional roller coaster ride of a separation and divorce process.As a life coach, I have the privilege of working with amazing high-achieving women who are killing it in so many areas of their professional lives, who are what I refer...
2022-02-2441 minThe Tracey Coates Show40. Representing Federal Employees and Their Spouses in Divorce with Jessica MarkhamIf you live in Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia–or the DMV as it's affectionately called– chances are great that you or someone you know is a federal employee.It's a lot like being a lawyer in this town, you throw a stone and you hit about five or six attorneys along the way.And it may come as no surprise to many of you that there are unique considerations for those individuals, married to federal employees, and are contemplating a divorce, particularly in the areas of retirement and health insurance benefits.It can...
2022-02-1034 minThe Tracey Coates Show39. The Return of the Tracey Coates ShowThe last two years have been rough for all of us in different ways and for different reasons.No one has been spared from the emotional, physical, and mental rollercoaster of the last two years due to the pandemic. And I don’t know that we’ll ever go back to a pre-COVID sense of normalcy.But not all of the changes brought about by the pandemic have been bad.And I believe that change is a good thing. It's such a necessary component for growth and moving towards our goals, whatever those may...
2022-01-2713 min
Beyond ShakespeareTriumph 1621: Live Recording of The Sun in Aries ReconTriumph 1621: Reconstructing: The Sun in Aries by Thomas Middleton. This is mostly an uncut recording of the 12pm show, our first of the day, from various outdoor recording positions that have been edited together into one track. It was not an ideal day to record on - it had rained for most of the morning and, though this performance was dry, our equipment was still largely covered in plastic. A few sections have been taken from other parts of the day for technical reasons.
There will be a SPOILERS episode of the podcast coming out next year, where we explicate...
2021-12-2033 min
Glow with Markette SheppardEP 004: You can't spell the word "Divorce" without the letters C-O-V-I-D!Has being under the same roof with your partner been a soul-sucking experience? How do you know when it's time to give up or if you should keep fighting for your relationship? Divorce lawyer, mother, and entrepreneur Tracey Coates brings a wealth of knowledge to this episode of Glow with Markette Sheppard, the podcast companion to Glow Stream TV! This girl knows her way around a legal battle, and if needed a courtroom; you're sure to leave here not only inspired, and with a less troubled heart!About Glow Stream TVEver been told you are...
2021-09-2853 min
Life Well-Lived with Regina TopelsonRelationship Remedies with Tracey CoatesTracey Coates is a family law attorney who's been helping couples in the D.C. area get divorced for 15 years. In this episode we talk about lessons learned about relationships, marriage (and how to have a good one - it's not what you think! Well... maybe it is.), and what to do if divorce is right for you.Show notes at reginatopelson.com
2020-07-2331 min
SubtitleGoing DutchHassnae Bouazza was born in Morocco. She didn't speak a word of Dutch when she immigrated to the Netherlands, though today it's effectively her mother tongue. The Dutch government now insists that would-be immigrants like Bouazza pass a Dutch language "entrance exam." Are Dutch officials using language to keep "undesirables" out? Or is speaking the local language an essential part of living in the Netherlands?
Photo by Patrick Cox. Music by Blue Dot Sessions, Podington Bear, Atisound, and Gridded. Thanks to Sara Wallace Goodman, Ben Coates, Jeremy Helton, Liesbeth Siers, Tracey Keij-Denton, Jos Beelen, Carol Zall, Clark...
2020-03-1820 min
The World in WordsGoing DutchHassnae Bouazza was born in Morocco. She didn’t speak a word of Dutch when she immigrated to the Netherlands, though today it’s effectively her mother tongue. The Dutch government now insists that would-be immigrants like Bouazza pass a Dutch language “entrance exam.” Are Dutch officials using language to keep “undesirables” out? Or is speaking the local language an essential part of living in the Netherlands?
Photo by Patrick Cox. Music by Blue Dot Sessions, Podington Bear, Atisound, and Gridded. Thanks to Sara Wallace Goodman, Ben Coates, Jeremy Helton, Liesbeth Siers, Tracey Keij-Denton, Jos Beelen, Carol Zall, Clark...
2020-03-1820 minThe Tracey Coates ShowFamily Building During a DivorceYou can find Jennifer here:Jennifer Fairfax on the web Parenting Choice on Twitter Jennifer Fairfax on Facebook Jennifer Fairfax on InstagramShow Notes:[04:18] I introduce Jennifer and welcome her to the show.[05:30] Locations in which Jennifer has her license to practice law.[07:08] Cases Jennifer refers out to other attorneys and types of adoption cases she takes in her practice.[07:52] Issues which arise when international adoption and divorce happen to a family.[10:17] The steps of int...
2019-11-2943 minThe Tracey Coates ShowHelping Families Transition Through Hard TimesYou can find Sarah here:Sarah Olsher on the WebSarah Olsher on InstagramMighty and Bright on the WebMighty and Bright on InstagramCancer Party on AmazonShow Notes:[05:35] I welcome Sara to the show and she shares her background and how she created her product.[06:03] Sara gives the story about her background with her divorce and cancer diagnosis.[10:05] The importance of her parent’s support when going through her divorce.[15:05] Sara’s firs...
2019-10-2547 minThe Tracey Coates ShowBefore You Hit the Nuclear D ButtonYou can find Kongit here:Kongit on the WebKongit on TwitterKongit on FacebookContact KongitShow Notes:[02:50] I welcome Kongit to the show and she shares who she is and the nature of her work.[03:45] Kongit’s background and training which qualifies her for her work and who is her clientele?[06:45] What is couple’s therapy in Kongit’s counseling center?[10:50] Kongit sees individuals and couples, but she can’t see you as a couple if you c...
2019-10-1139 minThe Tracey Coates ShowCoaching Isn’t Just for AthletesYou can find Kelly here:Kelly on FacebookKelly on InstagramKelly on the WebShow Notes:[03:05] Who is Kelly and what does she do?[04:01] Who does Kelly work with and what does her tribe look like?[05:45] Kelly talks about her mastermind which is open several times a year.[06:18] What are the benefits of a mastermind and why would someone want to be a part of this type of community?[08:41] Kelly speaks about roadblocks and how they...
2019-09-2730 minThe Tracey Coates ShowThe Power of ForgivenessYou can find Regina here:Regina DemeoRegina Demeo on LinkedInRegina’s Facebook PageRegina on TwitterBethesda MagazineShow Notes:[01:55] Today we are discussing the power of forgiveness.[04:00] Regina shares her background as a divorce attorney.[05:19] How Regina started talking about forgiveness in her role as a relationship expert.[05:55] Regina speaks about the search for her father who she never knew.[08:09] Her father disarmed her anger by telling her he was so...
2019-09-1331 minThe Tracey Coates ShowHitting the Restart Button After a DivorceYou can find Liza here:Divorce Concierge GroupDCG on TwitterDCG on FacebookEmail: lfeiler@divorceconciergegroup.comShow Notes:[01:52] Who is Karen and what does she do?[02:40] Karen’s background and how she tried to reconcile her own parents.[03:57] Karen’s personal relationship boundaries and marriage expectations.[05:18] What does Liza’s concierge encompass for her clients?[06:01] Liza works in her area in Washington DC and remotely with clients around the US.[06:47] Liza’s client...
2019-05-0328 minThe Tracey Coates ShowRecharging Your Personal Life During the Divorce Process with Guest Karen M. PierceInterview with author, speaker and coach Karen M. PierceIn episode 15, I talk to Karen about struggles which all women face during a divorce. We chat about how we as women focus on other people, instead of ourselves, even when going through a divorce. Karen assists women own their success and believes we are able to do more and fully impact the world when we are whole.From her experience as a young child, Karen learned to understand not just what people were saying...
2019-04-0449 minThe Tracey Coates ShowNavigating the Legal and Emotional Aspects of DivorceYou can find Kate here:Kate AnthonyLinked InShow Notes:[03:57] The realism of divorce and the emotional toll that comes with divorce.[04:82] How emotions get in the way of making good legal choices when you are stuck in emotional turmoil.[06:37] Letting emotions get in the way of making decisions about your children.[08:34] Advocating for clients and giving them a reality check to make sure the client understands the process.[10:43] Looking at the facts and law when creating your...
2019-03-2846 min
The Divorce Survival Guide PodcastEpisode 30: Navigating the Legal and Emotional Aspects of Divorce with Tracey CoatesThis week I'm thrilled to introduce you to Tracey Coates. Tracey has been practicing family law for over 15 years. She is also the host of the podcast, The Divorce Chronicles, a practical resource for those thinking about or in the midst of a divorce. That last part, it sounds familiar, doesn't it? Yes, Tracey and I have a lot of similar ideas about the divorce process, which is just one of the many reasons I wanted to have her on the show. In this episode you'll hear us cover a wide range of topics including the emotional, f...
2019-03-2549 minThe Tracey Coates ShowOur Family Wizard – Online Communication Tools for Parents with guest Jai KissoonTDC012 Jai KissoonOur Family Wizard - Online Communication Tools for Parents with guest Jai KissoonJai Kissoon is the co-founder and CEO of the co-parenting website Our Family Wizard. This is a co-parenting website and mobile tool designed to help parents manage communications, schedules, documents, organize photos, and whatever else needs to be managed across two separate households. In this episode, Jai will share some of the top benefits and features of this website and tool.We also get a...
2019-03-2136 minThe Tracey Coates ShowTop 8 Changes to Family Law with the Passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act with Guest Eric RollingerTop 8 Changes to Family Law with the Passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act with Guest Eric RollingerIn episode 9, I talked about the Tax Cut and Jobs Act or TCJA and how the new tax laws affect alimony law. In this episode, we go more in depth with Tax Attorney Eric Rollinger. We revisit the changes in alimony law and talk about tax codes, payments ending upon death, what is considered a written instrument, and more. We also go in depth on other changes that will affect families a...
2019-03-141h 02The Tracey Coates ShowEstate Planning after a Divorce with guest Michelle ChapinEstate Planning after a Divorce with guest Michelle ChapinMichelle is one of my law partners and an exceptional attorney at the law firm of Paley Rothman in Bethesda, Maryland. She is a member of our estate planning, tax, and corporate practice groups where she advises individuals, families, and small business owners regarding their estate and gift planning needs. She is recognized as a top trust and estates lawyer in Washingtonian Magazine. She excels at explaining complex and advanced concepts in a way that is succinct and easy to u...
2019-02-1434 minThe Tracey Coates ShowRepeal of Alimony Law – 75 Years in the MakingRepeal of Alimony Law - 75 Years in the MakingHappy New Year. Welcome to the very first episode of The Divorce Chronicles for 2019. I'm excited for what's to come in 2019. With the passing of President Trump's new tax law called The Tax Cuts and Jobs Acts of 2017, there are dramatic changes in regards to alimony payments. Today, I'm going to provide clarity about what this new tax law means for you.Show Notes:[01:30] The mere mention of taxes usually puts me to sleep...
2019-01-1710 minThe Tracey Coates ShowThe Often Overlooked Emotional Aspects of Divorce with guest Robin TuckerThe Divorce Chronicles Episode #8The Often Overlooked Emotional Aspects of Divorce with guest Robin TuckerSometimes, we can get bogged down in the legal and financial aspects of the divorce process, but the emotional aspects of divorce are very real and very raw. Robin Tucker is a psychotherapist and parent coach who helps individuals and families manage the emotional trauma of divorce. She offers remote sessions, in-person sessions, and has her upcoming Divorce Recovery 1.0 support group.We discuss the emotional state that people beginning the divorce...
2018-12-1132 minThe Tracey Coates ShowThe Impact of Domestic Violence on the Divorce Process With Guest Sara TennenTDC007 Show NotesThe Impact of Domestic Violence on the Divorce Process With Guest Sara TennenOctober is domestic violence awareness month. In honor of that on today's episode, we'll be discussing the impact of domestic violence on the divorce process. Did you know, on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States? One in three women and one in four men have been victims of some form of physical violence by a...
2018-10-0938 minThe Tracey Coates ShowTips for Unrepresented Parties in Domestic Matters With Guest Bibi BerryThe Divorce Chronicles Episode 6 Tips for Unrepresented Parties in Domestic Matters With Guest Bibi BerryFamily magistrate Bibi Berry is here today. Before joining the judiciary, Magistrate Berry was a principal member and my former partner at the law firm of Paley Rothman in Bethesda, Maryland. She devoted most of her legal career to the practice of family law. She is a dear friend and a very smart and experienced family law practitioner.She received her undergraduate degree from Howard University and her law degree from G...
2018-09-1847 minThe Tracey Coates ShowMortgage Lending Issues Unique to Separating Couples With Guest Margie HofbergEpisode 5 Margie Hofberg Show NotesMortgage Lending Issues Unique to Separating Couples With Guest Margie HofbergWhat happens when two spouses that are joint owners of a home get divorced? One spouse may want to remain in the home while the other spouse is planning on moving out. What if there is a sizeable mortgage that the remaining spouse may or may not be able to afford? Is there a way to lower the existing mortgage, so that the remaining spouse is able to realistically afford it?
2018-08-2145 minThe Tracey Coates ShowThe Impact of International Family Law Issues During the Divorce Process With Guest Melissa KucinskiThe Divorce Chronicles Episode #4 Melissa KucinskiThe Impact of International Family Law Issues During the Divorce Process With Guest Melissa KucinskiMelissa Kucinski is a family law attorney and mediator practicing in the DC and Maryland area. She has created a unique niche in the family law area and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in international family law. She has served as a consultant to the Hague Conference on Private International Law and has written a dozen articles on international children’s...
2018-07-3141 minThe Tracey Coates ShowDiscussing Collaborative Law as an Alternative to the Divorce Process with Guest Sheila GardnerDiscussing Collaborative Law as an Alternative to the Divorce Process with Sheila GardnerMany of you associate the divorce process with litigation. When I talk about litigation, I mean appearing before and presenting evidence to the judge to advance your position before the judge makes a decision on the outcome. There are also alternatives to litigation like collaborative law. Today, I am joined by attorney and mediator Sheila Gardner the founder of Cooperative Strategies Family Law. Sheila joins us to d...
2018-07-1752 minThe Tracey Coates ShowHow a Divorce Coach Can Help You Navigate the Divorce Process With Guest Cherie MorrisThe Divorce Chronicles Episode #2 How a Divorce Coach Can Help You Navigate the Divorce Process With Guest Cherie MorrisCherie Morris is a divorce coach, parent coordinator, an author, and a mother. While going through her own divorce, Cherie recognized a need for an organized framework and a path to communication. Transitioning through divorce can be an emotionally charged time and having tools and professionals in place to assist along the way is essential.Now Cherie uses her expertise and personal experience to help others go t...
2018-07-1744 minThe Tracey Coates ShowIntroduction to The Divorce Chronicles with Tracey Coates, EsquireThe Divorce Chronicles Episode #1Simplifying the Divorce Process with Straightforward InformationWelcome to The Divorce Chronicles a forum for practical and insightful information for everyone at every stage of the divorce process. I’m your host Tracey Coates. In this first episode, I would like to introduce myself and share my goals and intentions for this podcast.I have been a practicing family law attorney for 15 years in the Maryland and DC area. Over the years, people contemplating divorce have of...
2018-07-1604 minThe Tracey Coates ShowPost Divorce Financial Tips with guest Heather LocusPost Divorce Financial Tips with guest Heather LocusWealth manager Heather Locus is here today to talk about post divorce financial issues that people really need to be mindful of. She is an owner and leader at the Divorce Practice Group at the private wealth management firm of Balasa Dinverno Foltz or BDF which is headquartered near Chicago, Illinois.She focuses her practice on individuals throughout the US that are going through a divorce. She helps them untangle their marital assets and helps customize...
2018-02-2834 min