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Donuts & Divorce: A Family Law Podcast
Donuts & Divorce: A Family Law Podcast, is a podcast focusing on all aspects of family law. BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC is here to help navigate the waters of divorce and separation (including the who, what, when, where and how to do it), but also provide insight on the aspects of divorce and separation that are NOT always addressed in the courtroom (how to co-parent with someone you simply may not like right now, or how to determine what you can and cannot afford post-divorce).
Join host Dorothy O’Neil, one of the Founding Members of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC, as she discusses the many topics surrounding family law issues, including divorce, custody, and child/spousal support. This podcast series is created by BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. Visit us at boklawfirm.com for more information. This program should not be considered legal advice. Because every family's needs are different, please contact one of our family law attorneys to discuss your unique situation. If you have any questions, please contact Dorothy O'Neil at info@boklawfirm.com.
Episodes
57 episodes
Ep. 56: A Closer Look at Child Support in Pennsylvania
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko take a closer look at child support and answer 3 main questions: (1) what counts as income in calculating child support, (2) what expenses are considered in calculating child supp...
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Ep. 55: High Conflict Co-Parenting with Stephanie Wijkstrom
In this episode, Dorothy O'Neil interviews Stephanie Wijkstrom, MS, LPC, NBCC, who is the CEO and founder of The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh. In this episode, they discuss what high conflict co-parenting looks like, the e...
Ep. 54: The Post-Divorce Checklist with Donna Cheswick
In this episode, Dorothy O'Neil and Donna Cheswick discuss the post-divorce checklist items that you do not want to forget once you are officially divorced!Since 2008, Donna Cheswick has been a Certified Divorce Financial Anal...
Ep. 53: Blended Family Mediation: How to Formulate a Cohesive Plan for Multiple Family Functioning
In this episode, Dorothy addresses a newer concept of Mediation: Blended Family Mediation. Blended Family Mediation is when co-parents and potentially their significant others sit with a mediator to go through a parenting plan that is all...
Ep. 52: Premarital Mediation - Starting your Marriage out with a Strong Foundation!
In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil discusses the rise of Premarital Mediation, and how couples can mediate the terms of a Premarital Agreement. Many couples are choosing this process as a means of "marriage planning" so that they ar...
Ep. 51: What REALLY is Shared Custody in Pennsylvania?
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko tackle the subject of shared custody, and what that really means under Pennsylvania law. The address shared legal custody, as well as shared physical custody, along with the...
Ep. 50: What is Discovery and How is it Used in Divorce?
In this episode, Partners and Founding Members Dorothy O'Neil and Rachael Bowe discuss the "Discovery" Phase of Divorce, which can also be called the "Information Gathering" Phase of Divorce. They dive into the various discovery options, ...
Ep. 49: The Five Types of Family Mediation
In this episode, Mediator Dorothy O'Neil discusses the five types of family mediation: (1) Divorce Mediation, (2) Co-Parenting Mediation, (3) Premarital Mediation, (4) Blended Family Mediation, and (5) Couples/Marital Mediation.
Ep. 48: Name Changes for Adults and Children in PA
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss how to change adult names (often as a by-product of a divorce), as well as how to change children's names in PA.
Ep. 47: Personal Property - Dividing the Household Contents (and Pets!?!) in a Divorce/Separation
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko address how personal property is divided in a divorce/separation. This can include anything from the pots and pans, personal belongings, and you guessed it, PETS!
Ep. 46: Fault Divorce versus No-Fault Divorce in PA
In this episode, Dorothy discusses the differences between proceeding as a fault divorce versus a no-fault divorce in PA.
Ep. 44: Refinancing Mortgages and Loan Assumptions in Divorce
In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil interviews Natalie Frazier regarding the post-COVID trends for refinancing your mortgage, loan assumptions, and where to be cautious.Natalie Corsello Frazier is a licensed Pennsylvania Loan Offic...
Ep. 45: Why You Actually May Want Your Family Law Attorneys to be Amicable in your Case
In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil interviews Attorney Lisa Standish, owner of the Law Offices of Lisa Standish, regarding why it may actually benefit parties to hire attorneys who actually get along. Attorney Lisa Standish ...
Ep. 43: Co-Parenting Teenagers in a Separation or Divorce
In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil interviews Erin Troup, LPC, NCC, CT, IMH-E IV®, owner of Sprout Center for Emotional Growth and Development, LLC. Together, they discuss the unique issues with co-parenting teenagers in both health...
Ep. 42: School Choice: Whose School District Does the Child Attend?
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss the issue of school choice, including where a child should go to school after separation or divorce.
Ep. 41: Travel and Vacation with Minor Children After Separation
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss traveling and vacationing with minor children after separation from your ex. Can you cross state lines with your children without your ex's permission? Can you...
Ep. 40: The Custody Crazies: Do's and Don'ts in Custody Cases
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko tackle the Do's and the Don'ts in custody cases, including the behaviors to really avoid, and why it is important to set healthy co-parenting practices as soon as you separate.
Ep. 39: Step-Parent Adoptions in PA
In this episode, Attorneys Aleksandra Kocelko and Dorothy O'Neil discuss step-parent adoption in Pennsylvania, including the procedure, what is needed, and the law surrounding step-parent adoptions.
Ep. 38: Hiring an Attorney? What to Ask at an Initial Consultation
Happy New Year and Welcome to 2024! In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil discusses hiring an attorney, and what to expect at an Initial Consultation, including what to bring, what to ask, and what to avoid.
Ep. 37: The Social Emotional Lens of Infants & Toddlers in Divorce with Erin Troup
In this Episode, Dorothy interviews Erin Troup, who is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in early childhood social emotional needs, particularly attachment, grief & loss, trauma and anxiety. Erin is also the owner of Spro...
Introduction to BOK Law & Mediation Services
We have been busy the last couple of months forming our brand new law firm, BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC! But we are back and ready to tackle the difficult issues surrounding divorce and separation in PA! In this introduct...
Ep. 36: Top Myths about Family Law Cases
In this episode, Dorothy discusses and dispels 14 common myths, misconceptions, and rumors about family law cases.
Ep. 35: The Online Mediation Movement
Dorothy is back! In this episode, Dorothy explains online mediation, its benefits, and how Dorothy has revamped her online mediation program. Learn about the "Four C's and the E: Communication, Convenience, Comfort, Cost, and Effici...
Ep. 34: Divorce Recovery - What Happens After You are Divorced?
In this episode, Dorothy interviews Michell Butcher, MA, LPC, regarding how to recover after a divorce or separation is finalized. Often attorneys can get clients over the finish line, but there is still work to be done.Michelle B...
Ep. 33: Relocation: Can my Ex Just Up and Move with the Kids?
In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss relocation in PA: what it is, whether parents can easily move out of state with children, and what the legal requirements are for relocation.