Surviving Legal Abuse with Lisa Johnson

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What if the system meant to protect you was actually making things worse?

This episode is a raw, honest, and empowering conversation about financial abuse, legal warfare, and what it takes to take back your power.

We’re sitting down with Lisa Johnson, the co-founder of Been There Got Out, a high conflict divorce strategist and certified domestic violence advocate who has successfully represented herself through scores of court appearances. Her case, published in the Connecticut Law Journal, is being used as legal precedent. Her live testimony helped pass Jennifers’ Law in Connecticut, the third state in America to expand its legal definition of domestic violence to include “coercive control.”

Lisa’s story? Buckle up. It’s part legal thriller, part comeback story, and ALL heart. She spent 7.5 years representing herself, went to court almost 100 times, fought off a $4M lawsuit, got her case published in the Connecticut Law Journal, and even helped pass Jennifer’s Law, which expanded the legal definition of domestic violence to include coercive control.

00:00 A Legal Nightmare Begins

00:57 Lisa Johnson’s Journey

02:48 The Long Battle: Self-Representation in Court

07:32 Legal Abuse: Understanding the Tactics

16:40 Finding Support and Staying Grounded

32:39 Financial Freedom and Empowerment

This one’s for any woman who’s felt overwhelmed by the legal system, ignored by the courts, or unsure where to even begin. Their book, "Been There Got Out: Toxic Relationships, High-Conflict Divorce, and How to Stay Sane Under Insane Circumstances'' was released in March 2023. Their first course, “How to Communicate with Your Ex Without Destroying Your Case or Losing Your Mind” is out now!

If Lisa’s story hits home, join us for Money Talks on September 11 to learn how to financially prepare to leave a dangerous relationship. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!

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