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How One Paternity Case Gave Me Hope | LEAP Podcast
I'd like to share this story of a #paternitycourt case I had, but before I do, I think it's important to know that paternity cases are when an unmarried couple has a child together and either the father wants to establish legal rights to the child, or the mother wants...

Lawyer Tips – Do You Need A Compassionate Lawyer Or A Shark? | LEAP Podcast
When searching for a lawyer, people often ask whether they need a shark of a lawyer or someone a bit more compassionate. They also think that because I generally lead with compassion, empathy, and kindness that it means I can't be a shark. That couldn't be further...

Divorce Negotiations – How A Poker Face Can Change The Game | LEAP Podcast
In an effort to continuously let my clients (and potential clients) know who I am, I am making these videos that highlight what type of lawyer I am. As I've been making these videos, it reminded me of when I worked for a Fortune 500 company. Once, my manager...

Alimony – What You Should Know if You’re in a Situation Like This | LEAP Podcast
Today I'd like to share a client's story. She will remain anonymous, but the story is important all the same. In this particular situation, the client's husband was being particularly difficult to work with. He was refusing financial support and child support and...

The Resolute Competitor | LEAP Podcast
In general, if you like someone and trust someone, they might be a good fit for your life. The same goes for an attorney. If you like them and trust them, they're probably a good one to use. I wanted to tell a bit more about my story so that people know how I operate...

Your Emotions and Feelings Matter During a Divorce | LEAP Podcast
That guitar riff is something new, and I thought it would be a good idea to give you a glimpse of who I am as a person and how I use the emotions and feelings I feel when playing music and apply them to my cases. I am a creative person at heart and have played guitar...

Why Marriages Fall Apart
We all want a love that lasts forever, but sometimes things happen. Here are a few reasons why marriages fall apart (& what you can do to stay together). Nobody enters a marriage intending to divorce and no married couple can know the future. While we’re...

Achieving Work Life Balance | LEAP Podcast
Work-life balance has always been important to me. I never wanted to work 70 hours and 7 days a week. I avoided big law firms because they require lots of hours. My first tip for achieving your work-life balance goals is to put your important things on your calendar....

Calendar Time Blocking Priorities | LEAP Podcast
Time management is perhaps one of the most difficult aspects of entrepreneurship. I'm 55, and I've worked in Fortune 500 companies, owned my own businesses, and attended time management workshops, webinars, and seminars. The number one tip that has stayed with me this...

What Do Divorce Lawyers Actually Do? | LEAP Podcast
This episode provides an explanation of what divorce lawyers do to help people with divorce. At Leap Frog Divorce, we help people transform their families through the divorce process. Couples with children will always be a family, whether divorced or still together....

Divorce and Bankruptcy | LEAP Podcast
Occasionally I will get couples that are seeking a divorce and simultaneously a bankruptcy, or at least thinking of it. Since I focus solely on family law, I cannot necessarily help them with the bankruptcy portion, but I am more than willing to find out who their...

What Is A Typical Retainer Fee For A Divorce Attorney? | LEAP Podcast
What is a typical retainer fee for a divorce attorney? This episode provides some information about what you can expect for a divorce lawyer retainer. The retainer you will have to provide to your divorce lawyer will depend upon a lot of things. Regardless, you can...

How To Keep Employees During The Great Resignation, Part 2 | LEAP Podcast
Most employers have found themselves in a position where an employee may not be performing well in a particular role. You will have to ask yourself if you have matched this person's unique strengths with their roles and responsibilities of this job. Do you have the...

How Does Alimony Work In Florida? | LEAP Podcast
Alimony in Florida can be confusing because there is no formula. Because we don't have an alimony formula, alimony amounts depend upon the specifics of each case and each family. Have you heard or read that you are entitled to a certain amount of alimony based upon...

How To Keep Employees During The Great Resignation, Part 1 | LEAP Podcast
You may have heard of 'The Great Resignation' or that a lot of employees are quitting their jobs and transitioning to new ones. Having a high employee turnover rate is not optimal for businesses. That is why I wanted to start a series of tips to keep employee turnover...