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Bench Notes

Bench Notes is a family law podcast hosted by Craig Jackson, a seasoned Texas family lawyer and former associate judge. Each episode offers straightforward insight into the realities of family court, from credibility and courtroom behavior to custody disputes, temporary orders, mediation, and the challenges families face during litigation. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience as a lawyer, mediator, and judge, Craig breaks down what matters in court, what doesn’t, and how parties can present their cases more effectively.

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    How to Lose Credibility in Family Court

    In the first full episode of Bench Notes, Craig Jackson explains why credibility is the foundation of almost every family law case. He covers common mistakes that damage a witness in the eyes of a judge, including anger, dishonesty, evasive answers, ignoring court orders, and refusing to accept responsibility.Varghese Summersett PLLCversustexas.com(817) 203-2220Channel Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwYfelc6h4G8Dj38fEz6iA

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    Welcome to Bench Notes with Craig Jackson

    In this introduction to Bench Notes, Craig Jackson shares why family court is often shaped less by fairness and more by credibility, judgment, and lived courtroom experience. Drawing from nearly 30 years as a divorce lawyer, mediator, and associate judge, he sets the stage for conversations about what actually matters when family law disputes reach the courtroom.Varghese Summersett PLLCversustexas.com(817) 203-2220Channel Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwYfelc6h4G8Dj38fEz6iA

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Bench Notes is a family law podcast hosted by Craig Jackson, a seasoned Texas family lawyer and former associate judge. Each episode offers straightforward insight into the realities of family court, from credibility and courtroom behavior to custody disputes, temporary orders, mediation, and the challenges families face during litigation. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience as a lawyer, mediator, and judge, Craig breaks down what matters in court, what doesn’t, and how parties can present their cases more effectively.

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