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What happens during a divorce when abuse is present? How do you safeguard yourself and those you love during those tough times? Divorce can be an incredibly difficult experience, and it gets even more complicated when abuse is involved. With the help of Susan and Tracy in this episode, you'll learn how to safeguard yourself or your loved ones during these tough times. Knowing the signs of various forms of abuse could prove vital for protecting both yourself and those around you from further harm.
Takeaways from this episode:
Identify When To Divorce What evidence can be used in a divorce proceeding Misperceptions of divorceWomen’s Center for Advancement
Visit Hightower-Reff Law for caring attorneys that will help you through your divorce.
Tracy's favorite podcasts:
Boom! Lawyered
Midwest Misfits
The Daily
Up First
This American Life
Hidden Brain
Susan's favorite podcasts:
Unf*ck Your Brain
Pod Save America
Yes, I am Adopted Don't Make it Weird
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Are you ready to make sure your loved ones are taken care of? As tough as it may seem, there's some simple steps that need to be followed in order to lessen the hassle during difficult times. That's why estate planning is so important! In this episode we take a look at the four documents you must have to plan your estate. So tune in to find some peace of mind knowing that those closest to you are secure when it matters most!
Takeaways from this episode:
How wills work Uses of Power of Attorney What is personal property
Need help with your estate? Reach out to Hightower-Reff Law to help out with those four must have estate planning documents. -
Ever wonder what happens to your stuff after you die? Well, it turns out that the court has a say. Enter Tosha Heavican: Death Esquire – she's here to give us an inside look at Probate and Estate Law. In this episode, we'll be discussing all things related to probating an estate. From understanding how the process works to figuring out who gets what when all is said and done. So listen up - Tosha is about to drop some knowledge! Let’s get started!
Takeaways from this episode:
What happens to your estate when you die Who handles your will What the courts can do with your estateHave questions or need more information? Be sure to reach out to Hightower-Reff Law for advice on your estate. With their help, you can make sure your wishes are known before it's too late.
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What happens after a divorce? What are the different judgments and how do they impact you? In this episode Susan and Tracy go over all those post decree tasks that you need to know when your divorce is final.
Once the divorce is final, there are a few things you need to think about. You’ll want to make sure that all the necessary judgments have been issued and that you understand them. Property division, alimony (if applicable), child support/custody—these are all important pieces for your post-divorce life.
Takeaways from this episode:
What happens after a divorce What does a final divorced impact What are the different judgments and how do they impact youIf you’re looking for a divorce lawyer visit Hightower-Reff Law.
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What Happens at an Arraignment? What should you expect? Susan Reff and Tracy Hightower-Henne discuss what happens during an arraignment in this episode. They give listeners tips on how to prepare for an arraignment, and share the biggest mistakes people make during this process. If you are facing criminal charges, it is important to know what to expect at your arraignment so that you can be as prepared as possible. Make sure to listen to this episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcast so that you have a better understanding of what will happen when you go before a judge.
Have a court date coming up? Visit to Hightower-Reff Law today.
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What can the police actually do if you are arrested? Should you cooperate if you are arrested? Can the police lie to you? Do you have to talk to the police if they arrest you? In this episode Susan and Tracy break down what police can actually do if you are arrested, what you should do if you are arrested, and other myths and truths about what police can do during an arrest.
Additional Resources:
Visit ACLU Nebraska
Recently arrested or know of someone who needs help visit the Hightower-Reff Law team at www.hrlawomaha.com today.
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Are you not getting your child support? How is child support calculated? Who pays child support? Who gets it? What to do if you’re not getting your child support. How much is Nick Cannon paying in child support? Also, who is Nick Cannon? Tracy and Susan answer those questions with some not so difficult basics you need to know on how to get your child support.
Check out the Child Support Calculator.
If you’re in need of an attorney to help get your child support visit the Hightower-Reff Law team at www.hrlawomaha.com today.
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No one thinks they’ll end up in a family law courtroom, but when you do, you want every resource available, because it’s your family on the line. What does a family law attorney do? What if you can’t afford an attorney? How to find an attorney? In this episode Tracy and Susan guide you and answer what to do if you need a family law attorney.
If you’re in need of a family law attorney visit the Hightower-Reff Law team at www.hrlawomaha.com today.
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What do you do if you get a DUI? How can you get a DUI in the first place? If you get a DUI you’re going to have a lot of questions, and the Lady Lawyer League is back to help you answer them. In this episode, you’ll learn what to do if you get a DUI. Tracy and Susan answer questions like how this will impact your job, how long will it stay on your record, how will it affect future background checks and opportunities? The Lady Lawyers help you know what to do if you get a DUI.
Producer's Pick: “No, you cannot get a DUI on a horse. The law specifically states you have to be operating a motorized vehicle.” - Susan Reff
Additional Resources For You:
Nebraska DUI Court Process Things You Should Know (Part 1) Nebraska DUI Court Process Things You Should Know (Part 2)Need to talk to an attorney? The team at Hightower Reff Law is ready to help you today, visit www.hrlawomaha.com.
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It's the finale of season two! In this episode, Susan and Tracy celebrate over 60 episodes of the Lady Lawyer League podcast as they bring on new associate attorney Sarah Hart. Together, they discuss some of their favorite episodes and topics they've covered up to this point, and they dive into topics they hope to cover in season three.
Learn more about Sarah Hart at www.hrlawomaha.com!
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What does it mean to be Queer? What does asexual mean? Is it okay to ask these types of questions? This episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcast dives into these questions and many more while celebrating Pride Month in Omaha. This episode features Mark Barta, a paralegal and LGBTQIA+ activist, as they explore and discuss what this abbreviation stands for and what you can do to stand up for equal rights in Omaha.
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June is Pride Month, but what does that mean? How does our state support LGBTQIA+ members, and what is the best way to get informed on this issue? Today's Lady Lawyer League podcast features Mark Barta, a paralegal at Hightower Reff Law, who also dedicates much of his time advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights. This episode explores the challenges Mark has found living in Omaha compared to other cities, and the encouraging signs of support that give hope to those who need it most.
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One major aspect of mental health awareness is the ability to talk openly and honestly about suicide. This episode of the Lawyer Lady League podcast features Jen Sparrock and Tia Manning, two specialists in the field of mental health, as they break down the myths surrounding suicide, steps to take if you know of someone contemplating suicide, and ways in which we can strengthen our mental health in order to address suicidal thoughts or actions.
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May is Mental Health Awareness month, but what does that actually mean? What are the signs of decaying or problematic mental health? What does actual self-care look like? And who can you talk to if you’re struggling with mental health? This episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcast features Jen Sparrock and Tia Manning, two specialists in the field of mental health, as they discuss mental health awareness from a personal and professional perspective.
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On this episode, the lady lawyers talk about ‘how not to be an asshole’ and ‘how not to be lazy’ with friend, and opposing counsel, Meagan Spomer, Esq. Even though Meagan is opposing counsel to the legal team at Hightower/Reff Law, a friendship and working relationship has been cultivated over many years of simply ‘doing the right thing.’ Learning to work with ‘opposing counsel’ in your life doesn’t only apply to attorneys, this episode is all about working together (even with the opposition) to find a respectful and productive outcome for all parties involved.
Learn more about Meagan K. Spomer, Esq. at www.nebraskalegalgroup.com!
Learn more about the team of lady lawyers at Hightower/Reff Law today at www.hrlawomaha.com!
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How does one move from being a lawyer to a judge? What does it mean to appeal a case? What advice should judges give new lawyers? This episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcast feature the Honorable Judge Gary Randall. Judge Randall talks about his journey from lawyer to judge and how the two professions are different and similar at the same time. He also breaks down some of his most highly-profiled cases during his tenure has a judge in Nebraska.
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What is it like to be a judge? Judge Randall served for over 23 years on the district court and also practiced law and he joins us in today’s podcast to talk about it all. From arguing with his dad to law school, his career prior to becoming a judge and how that impacted his ability to be a great judge on the bench, Judge Randall shares his story in the first episode of this 2 part podcast series with the Lady Lawyer League.
Learn more about Judge Gary Randall and his career here
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What exactly is the Women's Fund and why is important for you to know? This bonus episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcasts features a one-on-one conversation with Nick Zadina, the Freedom from Violence coordinator at the Women's Fund of Omaha. This group focuses on sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking, and other violent crimes against women. What are the policies and laws in place to help prevent attacks and support victims? How much does our community really know about these topics versus hearsay and misinformation? How can you help if you know someone who has fallen victim to one of these crimes?
Women’s Fund website: https://www.omahawomensfund.org
Find Them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omahawomensfund
Sexual Assault Help: https://sexualassaulthelp.org
National Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org
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What constitutes sexual violence? How likely is it that a person close to you has fallen victim to sexual violence? Who can you turn for help or counseling? This bonus episode of the Lady Lawyer League podcast features Tia Manning, the Sexual Violence Network Service Coordinator at the Nebraska Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Manning explains effective strategies in processing sexual trauma, how prevalent sexual trauma is in the midwest, and where you can turn if you've suffered sexual or domestic violence at any point in your life.
Nebraska Coalition website: https://www.nebraskacoalition.org
Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskacoalitiontoend/
Sexual Assault Help: https://sexualassaulthelp.org
National Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org
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