How to have a “good” divorce
from Life Is Legal Hosted by Brooke Hardie
Everyone says they want an amicable divorce. But what does that actually mean? Texas divorce lawyer Jodi Lazar joins Brooke Hardie to answer that in plain English. Her version of a "good" divorce is a process: each spouse has a lawyer, nobody fights it out at home, and the whole thing gets settled in one prepared day of mediation. Jodi shares what her office charges on average, why "the marriage pays for the divorce" in Texas, and why a second day of mediation rarely works. She also explains why spouses sometimes agree to things in mediation that a court would never order. What you'll learn: What "amicable" really means, and why it still involves lawyers Why DIY forms can leave you with a deal that isn't fair What to do if you think you can't afford a lawyer What it costs and how long it takes How mediation works and how to prepare for it Jodi's 3 rules for keeping fees and timelines from spiraling Resources: → Jodi Lazar | https://www.lazarlaw.com → Watch on YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@lifeislegalpodcast → Brooke's website | https://www.brookehardie.com/ → Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brookehardielawyer Life Is Legal is hosted by Brooke Hardie. Subscribe wherever you listen.
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