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The AM Sidebar
Your 10-min dose of legal intrigue in the AM. Brought to you by the Antonyan Miranda law firm, The AM Sidebar delivers sharp, short episodes that make the law accessible, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Each week, a different attorney takes the mic with their own unique segment — whether it’s breaking down California’s newest laws in Law On Edge, sparring in mock trial debates in Split Decisions, or flagging toxic divorce behavior in The Warning Signs. Think of it as your legal espresso shot: quick, compelling, and just enough to give you an edge. Perfect for attorneys who want to stay sharp and curious minds watching from the gallery.
Episodes
10 episodes
Punching the Clock: Can You Be Fired for Marijuana Use in California?
Marijuana may be legal in California, but that does NOT automatically mean your job is protected. In this episode of Punching the Clock on The AM Sidebar Podcast, employment attorney Mila Arutunian breaks down the complicated intersection of ma...
Split Decisions: Custody Battle Over Gender Identity
A 13-year-old is exploring gender identity in therapy—but when discussions turn toward potential medical decisions, a custody battle erupts.In this episode of Split Decisions, two veteran family law attorneys go head-to-head over a high...
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Ask Ilona: My Daughter Won't Talk to Her Mom After an Affair
What happens when a child refuses to have a relationship with a parent after infidelity? In this first episode of Ask Ilona on The AM Sidebar Podcast by Antonyan Miranda, certified family law specialist Ilona Antonya...
Punching the Clock: ICE Arrested Her at Her Green Card Interview
What happens when you follow every immigration rule… and still get arrested?In this episode of Punching the Clock for The AM Sidebar, Vika and Louis share their unbelievable true story. After fleeing Ukraine during the war, Vika legally...
Split Decisions: Influencer Finances
What happens when a child becomes the breadwinner? In Part 2 of Influencer Wars, the debate shifts from control to cash. A 15-year-old influencer is generating hundreds of thousands of dollars per month through brand deals,...
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Split Decisions: When a Teen Makes $100K a Month
When a 15-year-old becomes a six-figure-a-month influencer, who gets to decide what happens next?In this episode of Split Decisions, veteran family law attorneys Tim Miranda and Carlos Tavares argue both sides of a modern custod...
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Punching the Clock: Is AI Secretly Deciding Your Career? Workplace Surveillance, Bias & Who’s Legally Responsible
What if a computer—not your boss—is already making decisions about your job?From AI-powered hiring tools that quietly screen out candidates, to algorithm-driven performance reviews and employee surveillance software, artificial intellige...
Split Decisions: Should Grandparents Keep Custody When a Parent Gets Back on Their Feet?
When a child is thriving with grandparents during a family crisis, does stability outweigh a biological parent’s right to custody?In this episode of Split Decisions, veteran family law attorneys Tim Miranda and Carlos Ta...
The Warning Signs: What Do Couples Fight About Most? Divorce Attorney Explains
Divorce doesn’t start in court, it starts with the warning signs. In this episode of The AM Sidebar, divorce attorney Ilona Antonyan breaks down the most common fights couples have, the behaviors that slowly destroy connection, and...
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Law On Edge: How One Text Message Became Court-Changing Evidence
Your text messages can follow you into the courtroom. In this episode of Law on Edge, California trial attorney Eric Ganci breaks down the real case Adoption of X.D., where a single threatening text message became pivotal evidence that changed ...
