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Forward Facing
by Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
Welcome to FORWARD FACING, Your Inspiration To Evolve!We are ANDEE HASTINGS and MALI SHADMEHRY -- seasoned family law and divorce attorneys with a passion for justice and a heart for the families we serve. We draw on our decades of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them forge new futures. We emphasize leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, transformation, and a positive mindset while providing a glimpse into life at Hastings Shadmehry Family Law. We empower our audience and allow them to feel like part of our wolf pack. Join the conversation and evolve with us!
Episodes
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Connection, Growth & Taking the First Step | Licensed Therapist Laurie Newcomb | Episode 114
In this episode of Forward Facing, Andee and Mali sit down with licensed therapist Laurie Newcomb for an honest and deeply personal conversation about therapy, healing, relationships, divorce, grief, trauma, boundaries, and the patterns that can keep us stuck. Laurie shares how her own life...
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Vision, Alignment & Harmony | Fractional Integrator Nicole Mennicke | Episode 113
In this episode of Forward Facing, Mali and Andy sit down with fractional integrator Nicole Mennicke for an honest conversation about business leadership, workplace culture, accountability, feedback, core values, and why talented employees can still struggle when placed in the wrong roles. Nicole...
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Resilience, Perspective & Life After Cancer | CDRE Jill Heineck | Episode 112
In this episode of Forward Facing, Mali sits down with Jill Heineck for a deeply personal conversation about cancer, resilience, identity, mental healing, relationships, and what it takes to rebuild your life after everything suddenly changes.Jill was just 35, thriving in her career and marriage,...
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Defining Success & Reinventing Yourself | Life Coach Tonya Chaplin | Episode 111
In this episode of **Forward Facing**, Mali Shadmehry and Andee Hastings sit down with **Tonya Chaplin, founder of Tonya Chaplin Coaching**, for a powerful conversation about **limiting beliefs, mindset, identity, success, personal growth, and rebuilding your life through major transitions**.…
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Self-Care During Divorce | Protecting Your Peace & Building Your Future | Episode 110
Self-care isn't just about bubble baths and spa days—especially during divorce. It's about protecting your physical, emotional, and mental well-being so you can make thoughtful decisions and move confidently into your next chapter. In this episode, Andee and Mali discuss why self-care is one of…
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Saving Lost Dogs | The Story of Jason Flatt | Episode 102 ENCORE
In this ENCORE of our first Forward Facing interview, Andee and Mali introduce you to Jason Flatt. Jason left Wall Street after a family tragedy and started his own pit bull rescue, and he is in GREAT demand as a tracker of lost pets.Jason came to the Hastings Shadmehry wolfpack at a moment of...
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How Attorneys Are Using AI & What Can Go Wrong | Episode 103 ENCORE
Andee and Mali needed to take a break from production, so we're bringing you this ENCORE release of their conversation with attorney Kendall Carter. What happens when artificial intelligence starts reshaping one of the most tradition-bound professions?In this episode, Andee and Mali are joined by...
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Meet Sarah Price Smith | Family Law, Advocacy & Life at Full Speed | Episode 109
Andee and Mali sit down with associate attorney Sarah Price Smith to hear about the experiences that shaped her path to family law. Sarah shares the perspective that fuels her passion for helping clients navigate some of life's most challenging transitions and manage their families afterward —and...
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Managing Client Expectations in Family Lawyer | John Rife | Episode 108
In this episode, Andee and Mali welcome veteran family law attorney John Rife to the show to tell them his views on mentoring, giving back to commnity and how he manages his clients' expectations. John shares Andee's and Mali's view that prepping the client at the start of the case for what might...
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Fitness, Entrepreneurship & Marriage | Blaire Herford | Part 2 | Episode 107
The second episode of the two-part conversation with Blaire Herford, Andee and Mali covers the topics of fitness, entrepreneurship, marriage, and building a business. Blaire shares the motivations behind her fitness journey, her foray into competitive bodybuilding, and how discipline, self-care,...
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Motherhood, Divorce & Evolution | Blaire Herford | Part 1 | Episode 107
In this first episode of a two-part conversation, Andee and Mali sit down with Blaire Herford to discuss her journey through motherhood, fitness, and personal growth. Blaire is a wife, a mother, an entrepreneur, and a competitive bodybuilder and fitness coach who opens up about her upbringing,...
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Three Uniques That Set Our Family Law Firm Apart | Episode 106
In this episode Andee and Mali pull back the curtain a bit and talk about the Three Uniques for Hastings Shadmehry Family Law.. The Three Uniques were intentionally built into the culture of the firm and they influence the creation of this podcastWhen they set out to create their firm the…
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Meet Cathy Cooper | Family Law, Experience & Next Chapters | Episode 105
In this episode, Andee and Mali introduce you to Hastings Shadmehry senior associate Cathy Cooper. Cathy is a highly effective and skilled family law attorney. Join the conversation and find out about Cathy's valuable legal experience, her entrepreneurship in the health and beauty space, and her...
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Meet Lily Lutton | Family Law Practice & Client-First Philosophy | Episode 104
In this episode, Andee and Mali sit down with our own Lily Lutton to learn more about her background, what inspired her legal career, and the philosophy that guides her work with clients. Lily shares her journey in family law, her approach to handling sensitive cases like divorce and child…
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How Attorneys Are Using AI & What Can Go Wrong | Episode 103
What happens when artificial intelligence starts reshaping one of the most tradition-bound professions? In this episode, Andee and Mali are joined by AI afficianado Kendall Carter to explore how artificial intelligence is starting to reshape the legal industry. They dive into the growing role of…
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Saving Lost Dogs | The Story of Jason Flatt | Episode 102
In this episode Andee and Mali introduce you to Jason Flatt. Jason started his own Pitbull rescue and he is in GREAT demand as a tracker of lost pets. Jason came to the Hastings Shadmehry wolfpack at a moment of GREAT distress. His story is all about strength, resilience, and self-knowledge. Join...
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Introducing Forward Facing | A Family Law & Life Podcast | Episode 101
The Hastings Shadmehry Show is now called Forward Facing! But it's not just a name change -- it's an evolution! There is a change in attitude, a change in format, and positive change for the future of our podcast! In this introductory episode, Andee and Mali tell you why they decided to change…
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Andee's and Mali's Secrets For Wellness - Episode 81
For the final episode of The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali give you a taste of what you'll find from our new podcast, Forward Facing. The ladies talk about self-care and how to strengthen your mind, body, and spirit, and find balance between these aspects of self and the demands of…
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Episode 60 ENCORE: Juvenile Family Law with Expert Kim Beatty
One more encore, as we get through some tough scheduling issues! In this episode, Andee welcomes special guest Kim Beatty to our new podcast studio! Kim is an EXPERT on Juvenile Family Law, working closely with Child Protective Services, the Foster Care network, families and children in need of...
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Episode 70 ENCORE: Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert Jill Heineck
It's another ENCORE episode this week as we wrap up the holidays and prepare for BIG things in 2026. The good news is Andee is in the driver's seat with a guest.Jill Heineck is a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert. Her job is to act as a real estate expert who helps couples valuate and sell…
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Episode 57 ENCORE: Narcissism & Divorce Part 3
This episode is an ENCORE of Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe's return to her discussion with Andee on Toxic Narcissists. This time around, the ladies discuss how the Toxic Narcissist acts in Divorce proceedings. How do they appear to the judge or to a mediator? How do they treat the attorneys on the other...
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Episode 64 ENCORE: Why Tell Your Lawyer the Truth?
We're running another ENCORE this time, and it's Mali flying solo to answer the question "Why should you tell your lawyer the truth?"Mali lays out an ironclad case for absolute honesty when it comes to explaining your case to your lawyer. She's seen first hand how disastrously a case can go when…
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Episode 49 ENCORE: Holiday Parenting Time
Mali and Andee are back together in the studio for this in-depth talk on the importance of having a well-crafted Parenting Time agreement. They cover several different scenarios and many of the pitfalls inherent in working out Parenting Time for holidays throughout the year. They offer their…
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Make-Up Artist and Entrepreneur Tiffany Nicole - Episode 73
In this episode, Andee and Mali introduce you to their make-up artist, Tiffany Nicole. Tiffany came to us a few months ago when the partners were featured in Atlanta Style and Design magazine, and she's been back several times since then. Tiffany has her own story of perseverance and growth and…
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The Marital Balance Sheet in Divorce - Episode 71
There's some extra energy in this episode because Andee and Mali are together in the studio for the first time in quite a while. The topic is the Marital Balance Sheet -- how it works, how it's used, why it is important to do one, do it early, and keep it updated. But of course, they cover some...
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Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert Jill Heineck - Episode 70
We have returned from hiatus, and yet Mali is back in court. The great news is that Andee is in the driver's seat and she has a guest! Jill Heineck is a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert. Her job is to act as a real estate expert who helps couples valuate and sell their real estate holdings....
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Episode 54 ENCORE: Utilizing Experts In Divorce
Our hiatus continues for one more episode. In this information-packed discussion, Andee and Mali discuss some of the professional Experts that can be recruited to help with a Divorce case. These Experts help Family lawyers gather evidence, submit reports, interpret reports from the opposing…
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Episode 53 ENCORE: Meet the Partners: Mali Shadmehry, Family Law Attorney, and Trailblazer
As our hiatus continues, we once again bring you the second part of our Meet the Partners event, as Kendall Walker sits down with Mali Shadmehry. Mali will tell us all about herself -- her upbringing, her education, her competitive pursuits, and her meteoric rise to becoming a young entrpreneur…
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Episode 52 ENCORE: Meet the Partners: Andee Hastings and her Passion for Family Law
The Hastings Shadmehry Show is on a bit of a hiatus, so for this episode we are revisiting our interview with one of the partners of Hastings Shadmehry, Andee Hastings. Our former producer Kendall Walker sat down with Andee for a look at Andee’s life and career.Andee told us all about herself –...
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Adultery and Divorce - Episode 66
Adultery! We got your attention, didn't we? Mali flies solo once again this week. Well, not quite solo -- she's joined by the newest member of her personal pack, Nyxie! Mali and Nyxie talk about how Adultery can affect a divorce case. Does it affect alimony? Or child support? Will a party be...
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Meet the Wolf Pack: Family Law Stalwart Elizabeth Findley - Episode 65
In this episode of The Hastings Shadmehry Show Andee and Mali introduce their newest Senior Attorney Elizabeth Findley. Elizabeth is a smart, dedicated, and experienced Family Lawyer who has quickly become an integral part of the Hastings Shadmehry Wolf Pack. Join the conversation as the partners...
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Why Tell Your Lawyer The Truth? - Episode 64
Mali flies solo this week as she answers the question "Why should you tell your lawyer the truth?" Mali lays out an ironclad case for absolute truthfulness when it comes to explaining your case to your lawyer. She's seen first hand how disastrously a case can go when a lawyer doesn't know the…
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Summer Parenting Time - Episode 62
In this episodes of The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali talk through the intricacies of a post-divorce parenting plan that covers summer vacation. Parenting Plans are common in divorce, and most of them are geared toward everyday life throughout the school year. Then when the summer…
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Episode 37 ENCORE: No-Fault Divorce: What It Means & Why It Matters
This week is an ENCORE of Andee's and Mali's still-topical discussion this week about No Fault Divorce -- a legal term that has been coming up a lot recently. No Fault Divorce was first established in the US 50 years ago but has become a cornerstone of Family Law and personal rights. Andee and…
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Juvenile Family Court with Expert Kim Beatty - Episode 60
In this episode, Andee welcomes special guest Kim Beatty to our new podcast studio! Kim is an EXPERT on Juvenile Family Law, working closely with Child Protective Services, the Foster Care network, families and children in need of assistance. Join the conversation as Kim talks with Andee about…
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Meet the Wolf Pack: Family Law Attorney Madison Alexander - Ep 59
In this episode, Andee and Mali introduce you to Hastings Shadmehry Associate Attorney Madison Alexander. Madison is a true Georgia girl who has lived all over the state.She is also a dedicated family law attorney, who went all the way through law school knowing that family law was her calling.…
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DRFA: The First Step In a Divorce - Episode 58
The Domestic Relations Financial Affidavits (or DeRFA) is a truly crucial early step in every Divorce proceeding. Andee and Mali explain what a DeRFA is, how it works, and why it is so important.Join this informative and fun discussion to find out why the DeRFA is such an important aspect of…
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Narcissism & Divorce: Understanding the Toxic Patterns Part 3 - Episode 57
Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe is BACK with Andee to continue her discussion on Toxic Narcissists. This time, the ladies discuss how the Toxic Narcissist acts in Divorce proceedings. How do they appear to the judge or to a mediator? How do they treat the attorneys on the other side? Dr Kyrstin provides the...
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Episode 48 ENCORE: Narcissism and Divorce Understanding the Toxic Patterns, Part 2
This week, we are presenting an ENCORE of Andee's second conversation on Narcissism and Divorce with Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC, because we will be bringing Part Three next week.Narcissism is a commonly heard term and it is something that the lawyers of Hastings Shadmehry deal with on a…
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Utilizing Experts In Divorce - Episode 54
In this information-packed episode of The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali discuss some of the professional Experts that can be recruited to help with a Divorce case. These Experts help Family lawyers gather evidence, submit reports, interpret reports from the opposing party, and can…
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Meet the Partners: Mali Shadmehry, Family Law Attorney, and Trailblazer - Episode 53
As promised, this week we bring you the second part of our Meet the Partners event, as Kendall Walker sits down with Mali Shadmehry. Mali will tell us all about herself -- her upbringing, her education, her competitive pursuits, and her meteoric rise to becoming a young entrpreneur and partner in...
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Meet the Partners: Andee Hastings and her Passion for Family Law - Episode 52
We are starting our Second season with a bang! This week we have an interview with one of the partners of Hastings Shadmehry, Andee Hastings. Our producer Kendall Walker sits down with Andee for a look at Andee’s life and career.Andee will tell us all about herself – where she comes from, what…
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When to File for Divorce: Timing, Strategy & Impact - Episode 51
This week on The Hastings Shadmehry Show, Andee and Mali take a deep dive into an often intricate topic -- WHEN to file for Divorce. They talk about the Timing of Filing and how it impacts and is impacted by things like Finances, Custodial Rights, temporary Living Arrangements. They even get into...
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Episode 29 ENCORE: Introduction to Collaborative Divorce - Episode 50
In this ENCORE episode, Andee and Mali delve into the topic of Collaborative Divorce. This relatively new approach to Marriage Dissolution can be mysterious and confusing. This episode lays out the basics of the process, dispels rumors, and discusses the pros and cons of Collaborative…
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Parenting Time Agreements: Avoiding Holiday Conflicts - Episode 49
Mali and Andee are back together in the studio for this in-depth talk on the importance of having a well-crafted Parenting Time agreement. They cover several different scenarios and many of the pitfalls inherent in working out Parenting Time for holidays throughout the year. They offer their…
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Narcissism & Divorce: Understanding the Toxic Patterns Part 2 - Episode 48
For our first new episode of 2025, Andee returns to her conversation about Narcissism with Dr. Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC of Clear Life Counseling.Their conversation picks up right where they left off in their previous chat and covers ways in which a Narcissist can be managed when embarking on…
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Episode 41 ENCORE: Narcissism & Divorce: Understanding the Toxic Patterns Part 1
This week, we are presenting an ENCORE of Andee's recent conversation on Narcissism with Dr Kyrstin Lokkesmoe, PhD, LPC, because we will be bringing part two next week. Narcissism is term we hear a LOT in the media, and somethingthat the lawyers of Hastings Shadmehry deal with on a regular basis....
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Episode 28 ENCORE: Family Law Leadership Q&A: Andee and Mali on Running a Law Firm
In this ENCORE release, Andee and Mali ask each other a series of questions about running a law firm, running a small business and being entrepreneurs. This is all about the joy and sorrow of being a working professional and being a leader. Like, Comment, Share: Engage with our content to help...
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Episode 25 ENCORE: The Secrets of Mediation: Navigating Disputes with Diplomacy and Strategy
In this ENCORE episode, Andee and Mali talk about the intricacies of Mediation, when it's necessary, how it aids in the divorce process, its pitfalls and its advantages. 00:32 Intro 00:45 Warrior or Diplomat? 04:00 A brief talk about work/life balance and handling stress 06:43 Intro to the...
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Episode 18 ENCORE: Behind the Scenes of High-Profile Divorces
In this ENCORE release, Andee is joined by Podcast Producer and Hastings Shadmehry Client Care Specialist Kendall Walker as they talk about the inherent drama surrounding High-Profile Divorce cases.Introduction of Kendall Walker, our Client Care SpecialistWarrior or DiplomatThe High Profile…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to FORWARD FACING, Your Inspiration To Evolve!We are ANDEE HASTINGS and MALI SHADMEHRY -- seasoned family law and divorce attorneys with a passion for justice and a heart for the families we serve. We draw on our decades of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them forge new futures. We emphasize leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, transformation, and a positive mindset while providing a glimpse into life at Hastings Shadmehry Family Law. We empower our audience and allow them to feel like part of our wolf pack. Join the conversation and evolve with us!
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