No guest today, just boring old Attorney Alex Peterson BUT he is providing a REALLY insightful answer to the age-old question, "Should I file first?"

There are several considerations to weigh when answering this question and this episode is DEFINITELY worth a listen if you are planning a significant change in your life by way of divorce or separation.

We hope this is a valuable and enjoyable episode even without a special guest.

In the 36th full episode of the Florida Family Law Podcast we welcome Mr. Matthew Flores, owner of The Law Office of Matthew P. Flores, aka, Naples Bay Law - and you can visit his site - HERE.

Matt provides a LOT of great insight on how special masters work, how they're appointed, what they can and cannot do and how they are best utilized to get property sold in florida judgments. I think a great special master is like a toothbrush, once you know they exist, you can't live without one! Thanks to Matt for his insights and time on this interview.

Linda Markley joins us to share her VERY valuable insights about drug testing, paternity DNA testing and the intricacies of all types of testing.

When substance abuse issues arise in family law matters they can be troubling and dangerous and testing to make sure they are monitored, corrected and that children involved as safe is critical. This is why we are SO thankful to Ms. Markley for her work and her time on this episode.

Visit her website below to learn more and to contact her should you need services for your case/situation.

https://www.anylabtestnow.com/ft-myers-33919/

Thank you to an exceptionally accomplished Mary Ellen Frazier, Psy.D., for her insights on child therapy. This topic could be an entire podcast in and of itself however, we have prepared an excellent introduction to the subject with one of the best. Thank you Mary Ellen and we hope you all enjoy!

RESOURCES:

Mary Ellen referenced The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., - which can be purchased HERE

Also referenced was the ACEs quiz which can be accessed HERE -- https://americanspcc.org/take-the-aces-quiz/

MUSIC CREDIT:

Credit to Michael Halaas for the intro/outro music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEf2HjslYMs

Well our guest may be anonymous in this episode of the Florida Family Law Podcast but her words are VALUABLE. This episode finally addresses the topic of Baker Acts that are usually shrouded in mystery, but the information is SUPER insightful and unless you work in the field you probably would have no idea.

Thanks to Michael Halaas for the intro/outro music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEf2HjslYMs

*disclaimer - due to connection issues there are times in this episode where the audio quality with our guest is less than ideal but we hope it will not interfere with the importance of the information.

One of the most fascinating episodes of the Florida Family Law Podcast to date! In this episode health and wellness intersect with the family law space. Charles Patti, the Voice & Chief Education Officer, of MySelfWellness joins us to discuss the incredible healing power of this 'unusual' modality that is actually FDA approved and safe enough to be used on infants and pets.

Take a listen for yourself and see if true healing is within reach!

Many thanks to Charles and his team. Be sure to visit their website at https://myselfwellness.com/

Credit to Michael Halaas for the intro and outro music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEf2HjslYMs

Thanks to our wonderful discovery paralegal Annette Bennett for her contributions to this episode of the Florida Family Law Podcast. You will DEFINITELY know why Annette ("Nettie") is so beloved by her clients are you listen to this interview.

Credit to Michael Halaas for the intro/outro music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEf2HjslYMs

Thanks to Jennifer Bashem for her time sharing her insights and experience in her ALWAYS valuable role as a dedicated discovery paralegal! Thank you Jennifer and I hope you all enjoy as much as I do her lovely Kentuckian accent. It makes my heart smile!

Thanks to Michael Halaas for intro and outro music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEf2HjslYMs