Episode 120: Busting Divorce Myths with Eric Broder
b'This week I am busting divorce myths with my guest, Eric Broder. Eric is a divorce and family attorney,\\xa0and co-founding member and partner at Broder Orland Murray &DeMattie LLC.\\xa0In this episode, Eric and I bust myths about no-fault law, modern parenting agreements, assets, and whether or not getting a job will impact your divorce settlement. That\\u2019s just some of what we discuss \\u2014 we cover a lot of ground!\\xa0\\nWhen it comes to divorce advice, everyone has an opinion. In fact, there may be things you have heard or even believed about divorce that aren\\u2019t actually true. One of the biggest lessons we uncover in this episode is this: \\u201cDon\\u2019t get your divorce advice from cocktail talk. Instead, consult with an attorney.\\u201d\\xa0\\nBut first, listen to this podcast episode!!\\nShow Highlights\\n\\nWe get right to it and begin busting myths about alimony. (3:47)\\n\\nThe importance of consulting with an attorney within your state. (6:28)\\n\\nMyths surrounding no-fault law. For example, fault in some states can matter. (6:57)\\n\\nFor stay at home moms, will getting a job prior to divorce impact your settlement? Eric shares his thoughts. (13:43)\\n\\nEric answers, \\u201cAre assets always divided equally?\\u201d (17:49)\\n\\nPrenups: what people think they are versus what they actually are. (21:01)\\n\\nThe truth about joint custody, full parenting time, and other parenting plans. (28:52)\\n\\nMyths about abandonment of property and moving out prior to divorce. (38:48)\\n\\nLearn More About Eric:\\nEric is a co-founding member and partner at Broder Orland Murray &DeMattie LLC. He is an AV Preeminent\\u2122rated attorney by MartindaleHubbell\\xae, the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards, earned through a strenuous pier and judicial review procedure. He has also been designated a \\u201cTop Lawyer\\u201d in Family Law, Matrimonial, Arbitration, and Mediation in Westport, Greenwich, NewCanaan/Darien, and Fairfield Magazines. Eric has been selected as a Connecticut Super Lawyers\\xaein Family Law each year from 2013 to 2020.Each year no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Eric\\u2019s AVVO\\u2122rating is 10 out of 10.\\nResources & Links:\\nEric\\u2019s website: Broder Orland Murray &DeMattie LLC Our Happy Divorce Weekly Live Stream with Ben Heldfond, Kate Anthony, and Susan Guthrie: Every Monday at 5pm ET/2pm PT - Join us!\\nJOIN THE SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO FACEBOOK GROUP\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'