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Deep v Heard – Legal Takeaways Relevant to a Family Law Matter

Deep v Heard – Legal Takeaways Relevant to a Family Law Matter   The civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard has come to an end, though media outlets are reporting that Heard will appeal.   Jurors found Heard liable for defaming Depp in an Op-Ed published in the Washington Post and finding Depp […]

Your Mental Health: What is Admissible in Court?

Unless you’ve been living under a rock or forgot to pay your internet bill, you have seen coverage or at least memes stemming from the ongoing Depp vs. Heard defamation trial. The concepts of physician-patient privilege as well as a party’s mental state are among the key issues that have highlighted by this case. Lisa […]

How to Build an Interdisciplinary Team Outside Your Law Firm

When it comes to family law it is crucial to have an attorney with extensive experience in areas such as divorce and custody rather than an attorney who occasionally dabbles in them. It is just as important to have an attorney who is self-aware enough to recognize that they are not an expert in every […]

5 Signs of Parental Alienation

Parental alienation–when one parent is actively working toward alienating the child against their other parent–is a crucial issue to watch for during and after a divorce. Lisa Zeiderman recently detailed five signs of parental alienation to watch for, including a sudden change in relationship and a stark reaction to each parent. Read the full article […]

Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets?

It is crucial to have a divorce attorney with the requisite experience to uncover hidden assets and protect your financial position. Link to Article

21 Divorce and Finances Tips

Do all of these tips apply to your situation? It takes an experienced divorce lawyer with in depth financial knowledge to identify the best course of action for protecting your financial interests during and after your divorce. Link to Article

Essential Advice for Improving Your Child’s Relationship With Your Ex

Lisa Zeiderman is one of the country’s premier divorce and family law attorneys. Her most recent published article–“How to Foster a Relationship Between Your Ex and Your Child”–has been promoted as an “Essential Topic” by Psychology Today. In the article, Lisa provides co-parents with tips for taking care of themselves and their children while respecting […]

3 Financial Questions to Answer BEFORE Filing for A Divorce

April is Financial Literacy Month. It’s important for you to know that the most difficult decision you’ll ever make has huge financial ramifications.   Make sure you know your financial standing in these key areas before beginning your divorce.   Income & Debt. Knowing your and your spouse’s income is very important. This includes wages, […]

What Happens When Parents Disagree on COVID Vaccines?

The arguments over COVID-19 vaccines have spilled over into the realm of family law as co-parents try to determine whether or not to vaccinate their kids against the virus. In some cases, parents have even temporarily lost custody of their children over their own refusal to get vaccinated. Deciding whether to vaccinate children against COVID-19 […]

Lisa Zeiderman Visits The Learn to Mediate Online Podcast

You do not become one of the nation’s top family law litigators if you don’t have the ability to adapt. Lisa Zeiderman had to partially reinvent her practice during the pandemic. For the past 2 years,  with court appearances, trials and depositions being held virtually, Lisa was able to keep her client’s cases moving forward. […]