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Self-Represented in Family Court
We discuss how to use strategy in Family Court to get the results you want. A family law professional with twenty years of experience in the field will share with you what really matters in Family Court.
Whether you are going through divorce or custody, if you are representing yourself you need to know the tactics that will end the torment you have been enduring up until this point.
We will share tips, tricks, techniques, and everything else that your lawyer will never divulge. If you have been getting disappointment from lawyers, the judge, or the overall process, tune in to get help on plotting your next move.
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Self-Represented in Family Court
Season 2 - Episode 6: The "Real" of Coercive Control & Its Application in Family Court
In this episode, we confront a critical yet often overlooked aspect of domestic violence: coercive control. As a form of abuse that manipulates an individual's freedom and decision-making, coercive control includes behaviors like monitoring spending, isolating victims from social interactions, and controlling personal movements. Originating from Dr. Evan Stark’s work on power dynamics in relationships, this form of abuse has recently gained legal recognition.
We're highlighting how states like California are pioneering efforts to address coercive control in family courts, facing significant challenges and inconsistencies. Despite laws criminalizing coercive control in about ten states, its practical impact on family court decisions is still evolving. We'll discuss California's rebuttable presumption against granting custody to proven abusers and the broader implications of DV in custody battles.
Join us as we shed light on the complexities and shortcomings of the current family court system, advocate for better integration of coercive control legislation, and provide strategies for those affected by domestic violence to navigate these tumultuous legal waters.
📚 Timestamped overview
00:00 Coercive control's impact limited in family courts.
07:06 Coercive control broader than existing abuse categories.
09:57 Ten states criminalize coercive control as abuse.
12:08 Domestic violence impacts custody and visitation decisions.
18:02 Coercive control convictions vary, complicating criminal process.
19:06 Connecticut specifies coercive control; family court varies.
24:20 Application of law differs; judge discretion critical.
27:33 Judges' roles vary; no one-size-fits-all solution.
31:08 October focus: Domestic violence awareness; upcoming topics.
Family Court can be traumatic! And trying to handle your case on your own can be even more catastrophic. There are twists & turns at every stage that you need to be aware of and to prepare for. Having a solid Gameplan and someone to help you execute it effectively can make all the difference in the Universe (not just the world.) We know all about the bias, corruption, and dysfunction being handed out by the system. We just want you to have a fighting chance by leveling the playing field.
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