Modern Family Matters
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About
Modern Family Matters is a podcast based out of the Pacific Northwest that discusses a variety of different topics that can impact the family unit, such as divorce, custody, estate planning, adoption, personal injury accidents, and bankruptcy. We believe that there is no such thing as "broken" family, and that true family can take on many different forms. Join our host, Steve Altishin, as he interviews attorneys and other industry professionals on all matters pertaining to the modern family.
Episodes
- The Divorce Tug-of-War: The Assets That Couples Fight Over Most
Send us Fan Mail Five assets keep showing up when divorcing couples hit a wall, and the reason is almost never just emotion. It is value. I sit down with founding attorney Lewis Landerholm to unpack why retirement accounts, the marital hom…
- Art, Wine, Guns & Timeshares: Divorce Assets You Won’t Believe
Send us Fan Mail A “high-value asset” is not the same thing as a “high-value check,” and that gap can wreck a divorce settlement. We sit down with Professor Kelly Lise Murray, a wealth dispute resolution educator and real estate collaborat…
- Creating a Financial Plan When Starting From Ground Zero in a Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Divorce can flip your financial life overnight, especially if you were not the person paying the bills, tracking accounts, or managing investments. We sit down with Ryan Finley, CPA and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst,…
- Inside the Money Wars: Divorce, Forensic Accounting & High-Stakes Litigation
Send us Fan Mail Money problems in divorce are rarely about “one weird transaction.” They’re about complexity: multiple accounts, transfers that look harmless until you see the full trail, business income that blends into personal spending…
- Confused About Spousal Support in Oregon? Start Here!
Send us Fan Mail Spousal support in Oregon sounds simple until you’re the one trying to predict what a judge will do and what a “fair” monthly number really means. We sit down with Pacific Cascade Legal's Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerhol…
- How Power, Conflict, and Attachment Shape Decisions In Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Divorce decisions are rarely made in a calm, rational bubble. When fear hits, money can turn into leverage, conflict can become a reflex, and old power dynamics can keep running the show even after you decide the marriage…
- Annulments Explained: How They Differ From Divorce and Legal Separation
Send us Fan Mail Not every marriage ends in a divorce—and not every separation means the same thing. This episode of Modern Family Matters explores the significant differences between annulments, divorces, and legal separations—three disti…
- Property and the Presumption of Equal Contribution in a Divorce
Send us Fan Mail One of the biggest surprises in divorce? The law often assumes equal contribution, even when one spouse earned the paycheck and the other carried the invisible labor. This episode of Modern Family Matters explores the crit…
- How Baseball is Like a Divorce: You Need to Keep Your Eyes on the Ball
Send us Fan Mail Just like baseball, divorce has curveballs, foul balls, and unexpected plays. We sit down with Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss the parallels between baseball and divorce, centering on the importance of keep…
- How Baseball Is Like A Divorce: It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over
Send us Fan Mail ⚾️ “It ain’t over ’til it’s over.” — Yogi Berra In baseball, you don’t know the game is done until the last out is made. And in divorce? The same is often true. In this interview with Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, w…
- Taxes and Divorce: An Ounce Of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Cure
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Enrolled Agent, and Founder of Golden Lion Tax Solutions, Morgan Q. Anderson, to discuss the immense financial benefits of taking the time to understand the relationship between taxes and family…
- What to Do When Divorce Drudges up Suppressed Trauma for the High Achiever
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Marriage & Family Therapist, Laurel van der Toorn, to discuss what you can do when a pending or active divorce starts to drudge up suppressed trauma for the high achiever. Laurel explains how EM…
- The Parent’s Launch Code: Loving and Letting Go of Our Adult Children
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Psychologist, Dr. Jack Stoltzfus, to talk about launching your child into adult life, ranging from whose responsibility it is, to the characteristics of a successfully launched child. Dr. Stoltz…
- The Power of 16: How to Secure Financial Security For Yourself
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve Altishin speaks with Speaker and Author of Financial Epiphany, Scott Yamamura, about making personal finance accessible and actionable through simple principles. Scott introduces the concept of "the…
- Is Trust Possible After Betrayal? A Conversation on Forgiveness
Send us Fan Mail In this insightful conversation, Steve Titian from Pacific Cascade Legal speaks with Dr. Bruce Chalmer, a couples therapist with over 30 years of experience, about the complex dynamics of betrayal, forgiveness, and rebuild…
- When the Past Parents the Present: How Early Histories Shape Parenting and Co-Parenting
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Psychologist and Author, Gloria Vanderhorst, to discuss how our early histories can jump into the present without our awareness and undermine our interactions with our children and co-parenting…
- How Getting A Divorce Can Create a Window Of Clarity For Your Life
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Founder of Reynolds Defense Firm, Dan Reynolds to discuss the concept of a "window of clarity" - a brief period following traumatic life events like divorce or arrest when people are uniquely op…
- When Should You Contact a Bankruptcy Attorney for Your Case?
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Bankruptcy Attorney, Darin Wisehart, to discuss the warning signs that indicate it might be time to consult with a bankruptcy attorney. Rather than focusing on the technical aspects of bankruptc…
- From Chaos to Clarity: Fixing a DIY Divorce Gone Wrong
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Modern Family Matters, Steve Altishin and Founding Attorney Lewis Landerholm discuss the common pitfalls of DIY divorces in Oregon and what can be done when things go wrong. They explore how seemingly si…
- How Pendente Lite Orders Protect You During the Divorce Process
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss how pendente lite court orders can protect you in the midst of a divorce case. As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidan…
- Is There a One-Stop Shop for Family Resources Through Divorce? The National Association for Single and Divorced Families
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve Altishin interviews Ron Platt, CEO of the National Association for Single and Divorced Families (NASDF), about creating a comprehensive resource hub for individuals going through divorce or managing…
- Fighting Back: Handling Courtroom Harassment from an Ex
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Co-Founder of "Been There Got Out", High-Conflict Divorce Strategist and Certified Domestic Violence Advocate, Lisa Johnson, to discuss your options when a contentious divorce results in legal a…
- A No-Fault Divorce Isn't Exactly No-Fault: There Can Be Consequences!
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Family Law Attorney, Kimberly Brown, to discuss how living in a no-fault state when it comes to divorce does not necessarily mean there won't be financial and legal implications for acts such as…
- How to Keep Your Legacy from Reading Like an Agatha Christie Thriller!
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with CLPF, Sara Ecklein, to discuss why the traditional idea of a "reading of the will" is misleading, and how thoughtful conversations and proper planning can help prevent misunderstandings and surp…
- Immediate Danger? How to File for Emergency Custody FAST
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss what happens when a child is in immediate danger and how emergency child custody orders work. You'll learn what qualifies as "immediate danger," h…
- Money Matters: Temporary Support Options in an Oregon Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss temporary orders that are available in an Oregon divorce to help provide financial support during the legal process. As a leading divorce firm in…
- Storytime Truths: Busting Adoption Myths with Children’s Books
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with speaker and author of multiple best selling children's books, Anna Maria Didio, to discuss how books can be a powerful tool for adopting parents to help address the love and loss associated with…
- Combating Workplace Discrimination When Navigating a Family Law Matter
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Employment Lawyer and Founder of Crabill PLLC, Taylor Crabill, to discuss how you can combat workplace discrimination amidst a family law matter, whether it's divorce and returning to work, or e…
- Who Says You Need a Partner? Making the Leap to Open Adopt as a Solo Parent
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Best-Selling Author and Open Adoption Advocate, Ayo Haynes, to talk about the process of pursuing an open adoption as a single adult who is ready to be a parent. As a leading divorce firm in Por…
- I Think I Want Out: What to Do When One of You Wants a Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Marriage and Family Therapist, Dr, Becky Whetstone, to talk through the emotional stages of divorce, and how to move from grief to growth once you've made the decision to leave your marriage. As…
- Temporary Orders 101: How They Work In a Divorce, Separation and Custody Case
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Pacific Cascade Legal's Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss the ins and outs of temporary orders in a divorce, separation and custody case. As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our…
- Status Quo Orders: What They Are and When to Use Them in a Family Law Case
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Pacific Cascade Legal's Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss what a status quo order is, and when they might benefit a family law case. As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our atto…
- How to Begin Preparing for Financial Transition When Approaching Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Financial Advisor, Author, and Owner of Modern Wealth, Jennifer Lee, to discuss how you can begin preparing for financial transition if you're contemplating divorce. As a leading divorce firm in…
- Are You Expected to Obey Your Divorce Decree Even if Your Spouse is Not?
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Pacific Cascade Legal's Founding Attorney, Lewis Landerholm, to discuss why it's beneficial to continue following your divorce decree even if your ex-spouse is not, and the consequences of ignor…
- Learning Through Laughter: Teaching Practical Skills To Kids Through Humor
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Author, Katie Kuperman, to discuss her new children's book, which aims at teaching kids how to cope with everyday struggles and difficult emotions through the power of humor and laughter. As a l…
- Giving Kids the Power to Verbalize Their Feelings Through a Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Family Coach and The Stress Nanny, Lindsay Miller, to discuss how parents can communicate with their children during difficult life events, such as a divorce, to ensure that false narratives and…
- Tips For Dating With Confidence After Going Through A Divorce
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with one of America's Leading Mid-Life Dating Coach, Jonathon Aslay, to discuss some of the biggest the hurdles that adults face when re-entering the dating world after divorce, and tips for how to k…
- Can You Afford to NOT Have an Attorney for Your Family Law Case?
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Family Law Attorney, Zach Santos, to discuss how self-representation in a family law matter might actually cost you more money and inconvenience in the long-run, and how an attorney can save you…
- Everything You Need to Know About Tax Debt and Divorce Mediation Testimony
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Enrolled Agent, and Founder of Golden Lion Tax Solutions, Morgan Q. Anderson, to discuss what Divorce Mediation Testimony is, and how it can help you avoid tax headaches after a divorce is final…
- How An Unsuspecting “Innocent” Spouse Can Be Protected from a Tax Consequence on a Jointly Filed Income Tax Return
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Enrolled Agent, and Founder of Golden Lion Tax Solutions, Morgan Q. Anderson, to discuss everything you need to know about Innocent Spouse Protection and Relief when filing jointly on an income…
- The Ostrich Syndrome: What Tax Payers and Ostriches Have in Common
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Enrolled Agent, and Founder of Golden Lion Tax Solutions, Morgan Q. Anderson, to discuss "the ostrich syndrome" that Morgan often sees tax payers fall into, and what you can do to combat it. As…
- How to Approach the Conversation of the Birds and the Bees with Your Child
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Co-Parenting Coach, Leslie Holthoff Martin, to discuss how parents can approach the conversation of the birds and the bees in a comfortable manner, teach their children a healthy appreciation fo…
- How You Can Prepare for the Four Stages of a Personal Injury Case
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Personal Injury Attorney, Andy Kralios, to discuss the four main stages of a personal injury case, from determining liability to distributing proceeds, and how you can prepare for each. If you w…
- Five Strategies to Support Twice-Exceptional Children
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Child Psychologist, Tamara Soles, to discuss why twice-exceptional children can be at risk of having their strengths overshadowed, and strategies for parents who are wanting to support and embol…
- Am I Ready to Be a Parent? Working Through Internal Questions and Fears
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Psychotherapist, Dr. Foojan Zeine, to discuss how new parents, step-parents, and adopting parents can prepare for and combat the inevitable questions, doubts and fears that pop up when preparing…
- Can Your Spouse or Landlord Evict You in a Divorce or Separation?
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Landlord-Tenant Attorney, Troy Pickard, to discuss your tenancy rights when divorcing, and whether your spouse or landlord can evict you from your home when navigating this legal landscape. If y…
- Five Things You Should NOT Do If You're Injured in a Car Accident
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Personal Injury Attorney, Andy Kralios, to discuss five common mistakes that you should steer clear of if you've been in a car accident. As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys prov…
- Stepparent Success School: How to Build a Strong Foundation for a Blended Family
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Certified Life Coach, Amy Stone, to discuss how stepparents can battle feelings of being an outsider, how to foster connection in your blended family, and even how to set boundaries in order to…
- What Goes Into a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Repayment Plan?
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Bankruptcy Attorney, Darin Wisehart, to discuss what you can expect from a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy repayment plan. As a leading divorce, bankruptcy and personal injury firm in Portland, our attorn…
- How to Prepare for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Meeting of Creditors
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Bankruptcy Attorney, Darin Wisehart, to discuss how to prepare for the meeting of creditors in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and ensure that all runs smoothly not only for the meeting, but for the ban…