What is a Parent Coordinator?
If you or someone you know has gone through a high-conflict divorce involving complex custody disputes in New York, you may have heard of or even worked with a Parent Coordinator. A Parent Coordinator is a neutral professional – most often a family law attorney, social worker, or psychologist – appointed by the court in […]
The Location Tracker Fight: When Co-Parents Monitor Each Other Through Their Children
It usually starts in a way that feels completely reasonable. “I just want to know where my child is.” Most parents have location sharing turned on now. The phone comes with it. The watch connects automatically. You open an app and there it is. It feels reassuring. It feels responsible. No one thinks of it […]
Preparing the Future-Ready Family Law Firm
Lisa was a panelist on this important panel that explored the policy shifts and legal trends shaping the future of family law practice and what lawyers need to watch now to stay ahead. They examined key developments, including: The evolving understanding of marriage equality and gender roles in family law Legal recognition of non-traditional partnerships […]
AMNY Features Savvy Ladies on Divorce and Finances
Lisa was interviewed for this recent article in AMNY on Savvy Ladies and financial help during divorce. From the article: “It’s not a substitute for legal advice, Stacy Francis and Lisa Zeiderman emphasized, but can help fill gaps in financial knowledge to ensure they’re confident and prepared in an attorney’s office. “’Savvy Ladies’ is very […]
Forbes Quotes Lisa On Senior Leadership Tips
Forbes quoted Lisa in a roundup piece on ways senior leaders can prevent leadership blind spots. Her contribution was to “Foster Psychological Safety:” The one practice that she recommended utilizing was to avoid leadership blind spots and to make sure your staff feel sufficiently secure in their jobs to have honest, transparent conversations with you […]
Why Copying a Prenup from the Internet Could Be a Multi-Million Dollar Mistake in New York
Why Copying a Prenup from the Internet Could Be a Multi-Million Dollar Mistake in New York Technology has infiltrated virtually every aspect of our lives including researching the most esoteric topics in seconds, managing our finances, transforming our dating world and sometimes ultimately matching us with our life partners. Therefore, it shouldn’t be surprising that […]
Why a Prenup is the Smartest Wedding Gift You Can Give—and Receive
Forget the fancy registry items or the checks for the honeymoon. If you come from a family that has built real generational wealth, the best gift you can give is a prenuptial agreement. It provides financial clarity and helps keep the family legacy intact. Isn’t this more valuable than the new kitchen appliance? It is […]
Lisa Zeiderman Joins Panel on Law Firm Policy Trends
Family law is evolving rapidly. This timely panel (February 26, 8pm ET) will explore the policy shifts and legal trends shaping the future of family law practice and what lawyers need to watch now to stay ahead. Our expert panel will examine key developments, including: The evolving understanding of marriage equality and gender roles in […]
Finding Your Money Zen: Power of the Ask
Men are taught to be brave. Women are taught to be perfect. This cultural block is exactly why so many women hesitate to ask for the raises and support they deserve. Manisha Thakor joins Precious and me on “The Power of the Ask to discuss how to dismantle the perfection trap and reclaim your power […]
The Silent Divorce Pattern No One Notices Until It Is Too Late
When I am working with people who are divorcing, I don’t hear that the marriage came to end because of one argument. In fact, I have never heard that from any of my clients. The divorce process does not typically start with a fight. There is no day when the marriage of the couple suddenly […]