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This is a highly relevant podcast episode that helps everyone understand the reality of financial abuse and how it impacts the ability to obtain a fair divorce settlement. My guest is attorney Lisa Zeiderman, CFL, and Managing Partner at Miller Zeiderman, LLP in New York.
We discuss how financial abuse can occur across all socioeconomic levels and how it is often an issue faced by the primary earner in the family. Lisa shares examples of how financial abuse is seen in her practice and with her clients.
In addition, Lisa shares insight into how to talk to your attorney about financial abuse and how to find an attorney who understands the reality of this situation. Lisa provides practical advice on seeking legal assistance when facing financial abuse and emphasizes the importance of developing a support system to regain control. Tune in for a thought-provoking and informative discussion on an often overlooked aspect of abuse in marriage and divorce.
About the Guest:
Lisa Zeiderman is Managing Partner at Miller Zeiderman LLP, based in New York. A matrimonial attorney, CFL and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, she regularly handles complex financial and custody divorce matters, as well as pre- and post-nuptial agreements for high-net-worth individuals.
Named to the Crain’s New York list of Notable Woman Attorneys for 2021 and 2023, as well as a Crain’s New York Notable Diverse Lawyer for 2022 and a Hudson Valley Best Lawyer in 2022 and 2023, among many other awards, Lisa is a founding member of the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators and a member of the panel for Attorneys for Children. Lisa is also a member of the Forbes Business Council.
In addition to authoring a well-read blog on Psychology Today, “Legal Matters: Understanding Mental Health Issues as They Apply to Divorce and Child Custody,” Ms. Zeiderman is regularly published in Financial Advisor Magazine, the New York Law Journal, and by the Forbes Business Council. She is also interviewed on issues ranging from financial empowerment to tax issues to child custody in a host of media and speaks on these issues as well. Ms. Zeiderman, a Fordham University of Law graduate, also serves as the Vice President of the executive board of Savvy Ladies, Inc., is the President of the Justice Brandeis Society, and serves on the board of Family Legal Care (formerly known as LIFT, Legal Information for Families Today).
To connect with Lisa:
Website: www.lisazeiderman.com
@LisaZeiderman on LinkedIn, Facebook, IG
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisazeiderman
About the Host:
Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.
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Connect with Mardi on Social Media:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/
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