Podcast: How to Separate Your Finances During Divorce

Are you going through a divorce and unsure where to start when it comes to separating your finances? Lisa Zeiderman, Esq., CDFA, CFL, a Certified Financial Litigator with Miller Zeiderman LLP, breaks down the key financial steps you need to take before, during, and after your divorce. In this episode, she also explains the differences between a […]

Psychology Today: Should Your Child’s Therapist Testify in Your Custody Case?

In Lisa’s latest article for Psychology Today, she discusses whether or not your child’s therapist should testify in a custody case. A common assumption is that a mental health professional who knows your child can offer an objective opinion about how your child feels and whom they want to live with. That said, she has […]

Pet Custody During New York Divorces

Whether it’s a cat, dog, or other animal, we know you have a strong bond with your pet. Unfortunately, the emotional bonds between pets and owners can cause complicated disputes during New York divorces. If you and your spouse both want to keep your pet, how do courts decide the issue? New York Laws on […]

Lisa Interviews Sarah Dale of Project 1490 on Power of the Ask Podcast

What does badassery mean to YOU? On their latest Power of the Ask podcast, Lisa and her co-host Precious Williams had the pleasure of chatting with Sarah Dale, founder of Project 1490, about her incredible journey from New York City to Montana. Sarah’s story is about pushing boundaries, embracing challenges, and discovering your inner strength. […]

Special Needs Children Considerations and Caregiving

Divorce can be challenging for children with special needs. Furthermore, the logistics of co-parenting can get in the way of providing a special needs child the extra care and attention they need expeditiously. In such cases, where parents cannot make decisions together efficiently, the needs of the child must come first, even if it means […]

Savvy Ladies Impact Awards Focus on Intersection of AI and Financial Education

March 25, 2025, 7:45am During Women’s History Month in March, Savvy Ladies, a 501 (c) 3 organization that focuses on financial education for women, and of which Lisa Zeiderman is the Board Chair, will celebrate the powerful impact of women for their annual Impact Awards Breakfast in New York City. At the intersection of AI […]

What Drives Attorneys Nuts?

February 25 In her latest video podcast appearance, Lisa was interviewed for the “Life Changes and Divorce Magazine Canada’s” podcast where they discussed the answer to this important topic, her not-so-obvious path to family law, and more! Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG8T-xHAZRw As always, thank you!!

What If I Used My Inherited Assets to Buy a House and Put It into Joint Names?

Did you use your own inheritance to help you buy a house? If so, and you’re currently going through a divorce, you’re probably concerned about how that could affect your right to the property, especially if you put your spouse’s name on the title.   Understanding Inheritances  Married spouses may each receive inheritances from their […]

Mara Cristina Tache Joins The Power of the Ask Podcast

February 15 Lisa and her co-host Precious Williams were delighted to host Mara Cristina Tache on the latest “The Power of the Ask” podcast. Mara is co-chair of the Savvy Ladies Junior Board and a leader in the financial technology industry. She shares her inspiring journey, from growing up in Romania with a love for books […]

The Psychological Benefits of Proposing a Prenup

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Lisa’s latest article in Psychology Today discusses the benefit of proposing a prenup if you are planning to get married.   As she says in this blog: When both partners are clear about their expectations and have agreed upon how financial issues will be handled, they can devote their […]