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Attorney Jonathan Jacobs explains due process in family law, emphasizing the importance of making specific legal requests in court. Divorce and Family Law Podcast highlights the potential pitfalls of self-representation and the necessity for proper legal representation to ensure fair outcomes in family law cases, particularly regarding alimony and child support.

• It's not just about what you say, but how you say it.
• If you do not request something in court, you may not receive it.
• Due process is essential in family law cases.
• Child support is mandatory, regardless of requests.
• Self-representation can lead to significant legal errors.
• Proper legal representation is crucial for fair outcomes.
• You must be informed of all evidence against you.
• The right to rebut evidence is a fundamental aspect of due process.
• Alimony requests must be clearly stated in petitions.
• Fairness in legal proceedings is paramount.

"It's not what you say, it's how you say it."
"Child support is mandatory."
"It's a reversible error not to petition for it."

00:00
Understanding Due Process in Family Law
02:55
The Importance of Proper Legal Requests

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Attorney Jonathan Jacobs talks to you about the intricacies of mediation, particularly in family law contexts. He highlights the importance of understanding the mediation process, the role of the mediator, and the potential pitfalls that can arise if the mediator oversteps their mandate. Divorce and Family Law Podcast emphasizes the need for careful selection of mediators to ensure a fair and effective resolution.

• Mediation is often court-ordered but can be voluntary.
• The process can vary significantly in duration and outcome.
• Mediators must remain neutral and impartial.
• An intrusive mediator can lead to a failed mediation.
• Mediators should not contradict the advice of attorneys.
• Choosing the right mediator is crucial for success.
• Mediation is a unique opportunity for resolution.
• Mediators should not make themselves the center of attention.
• The mediator's role is to facilitate, not to decide.
• Understanding the mediator's credentials is important.

Sound Bites
"Mediation is voluntary and consensual."
"The mediator's role is to facilitate an agreement."
"Mediation is a golden opportunity."

Chapters
00:00
Understanding Mediation: The Basics
06:04
The Role of the Mediator: Neutrality vs. Intrusiveness

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Attorney Jonathan Jacobs elaborates on a fascinating aspect of Florida marital settlement agreements, particularly focusing on the enforceability of educational payments for children post-divorce. Divorce and Family Law Pod emphasizes the noble intentions behind such agreements but highlights the legal limitations and case law that often render them unenforceable in Florida. The discussion provides valuable insights for parents navigating child support and educational funding obligations.

1. When hiring counsel, expertise is crucial.
2. Marital settlement agreements can include educational payments.
3. Child support can be redirected to a college fund.
4. Enforceability of educational payments is limited by law.
5. Florida law does not require parents to pay for college.
6. Case law dictates the limitations of marital agreements.
7. Promises made in agreements may not be legally binding.
8. The child must be a party to enforce educational payments.
9. Legal advice is essential for navigating family law.
10. Understanding case law is vital for enforcement actions.
    
    Sound Bites
    "It simply is not enforceable."
    "Nobody loves paying child support."
    "That is a no-go."

Chapters
00:00
Understanding Marital Settlement Agreements
02:46
The Limitations of Enforcing Educational Payments

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