#23 – How can witness preparation make a difference in your family law case?
SUMMARY Child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt talks to communication expert Deborah Johnson about key factors in preparing clients to testify in family law court and depositions. In this episode, witnesses will learn how to take control of the process and speak with confidence about their case. Deborah Johnson owns a company called High Stakes […]
#22 – Parenting with Responsible Love, Real World Advice from the Florida Divorce Parenting Class Expert
SUMMARY Child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews parenting expert Sue Dockerill from the Florida Divorce Parenting Class. In this off the cuff conversation, we learn about parenting styles and using responsible love to nurture and grow relationships. They also discuss our countries divisive political state and positive ways to deal with the outcome of this […]
#21 – Can Marital Therapy Really Help Families Avoid Divorce?
SUMMARY Psychologist & marital therapist, Dr. Michael O’Hara, and child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt have a frank conversation about marital therapy. They discuss the benefits, timing, and right ways to pursue therapy. They also review the benefits of therapy for the children involved in divorce & separation. They talk about how to deal with having […]
#20 – Substance Abuse and Overcoming the Challenges of the Rehab Experience
SUMMARY Child Welfare Attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews Pedro Bernabe, CEO and Executive Director of Phoenix Rising Wellness Center. Pedro goes into detail about the human experience of dealing with addiction, going through rehab, and the challenges to stay clean. Pedro also discusses the bonds and relationships he forms with the people coming through his program. […]
#19 – Protecting Your Kids From Human Trafficking
SUMMARY This episode of From Foster Care to Family Law – A Child Welfare Focus features Roberta Katz, a board member and longtime volunteer for the Human Trafficking Coalition for the Treasure Coast in Okeechobee. She talks about her passion to prevent human trafficking and raising awareness in the community. Susan and Roberta discuss the […]
#18 – Breaking Down the Juvenile Justice Systems in Florida, Podcast Part 2
SUMMARY In part 2 of this podcast, Attorney Susan Chesnutt continues her interview with the Department of Juvenile Justice Reform Specialist Christopher Seagrist about his experiences working with the troubled youth in Indian River County, Florida. Chris gives a detailed description of the processes and experiences children have when they go through the system. They […]
#17 – Breaking Down the Juvenile Justice Systems in Florida, Part I
SUMMARY This episode of From Foster Care to Family Law – A Child Welfare Focus features Chris Seagrist, a Reform Specialist for the Department of Juvenile Justice. Chris gives a detailed explanation of the Juvenile Justice System and what the kids who get thrown into that system go through. Susan and Chris also talk about […]
#16 – Family Law. Okay, what about the kids?
SUMMARY This episode of From Foster Care to Family Law – A Child Welfare Focus features divorce and family law attorney Kevin Rollins. He talks about his extremely interesting childhood, martial arts, cults, and how it affected him to become a lawyer. The attorneys discuss ways to truly help their clients with family law matters […]
#15 – A close-up look at Foster Care on the Treasure Coast with Erin Harrigan Ad Litem Attorney
SUMMARY Guardian Ad Litem Attorney Erin Harrigan joins Susan Chesnutt to talk about the inner workings of the Foster Care community in Florida. Erin discusses the importance and significance of the Guardian ad Litem job and details what it is like to be a Guardian ad Litem volunteer. Susan and Erin also discuss Erin’s experience […]
#14 – An Insider Look at the Florida DCF with Bob McPartlan, DCF Community Development Administrator
SUMMARY This episode of From Foster Care to Family Law – A Child Welfare Focus features Bob McPartlan, Community Development Administrator at the DCF. Bob details his role in caring for abused kids and educating his community to get involved as positive influences and mentors to children in need. Susan and Bob also discuss substance […]