What Women Need to Know About Divorce, Coercive Control, and Custody with Lois Liberman

What does a “good” divorce really look like—and how do you move forward with clarity and confidence?

Renowned family law attorney Lois Liberman joins Inside the Wellspace with Cathy O’Brien to share her empathic, personalized approach to navigating marital transitions—from prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to emotionally and financially complex divorces. 

Together, they unpack the legal, emotional, and psychological dimensions of divorce: the importance of understanding your rights, preparing financially, spotting coercive control, and why empathy belongs in family law. You’ll hear why mediation can be a healthier path, how to build a strong support system, and how to launch your next chapter with strength and self-awareness.

Whether you’re contemplating divorce, in the midst of one, or rebuilding after, this conversation offers empowering insights, practical advice, and emotional validation—because endings can also be powerful beginnings.

CHAPTERS:

05:53 Navigating Divorce: Insights from a Family Law Expert

11:50 The Journey into Family Law

15:27 The Role of Luck and Preparedness

19:18 Understanding Divorce Statistics

23:02 Financial Awareness in Marriage

27:00 Identifying Separate Property in Divorce

29:18 Navigating the Decision to Divorce

33:13 The Impact of Divorce on Children

36:37 The Importance of Support Systems

39:23 Finding the Right Legal Representation

42:14 Financial Considerations During Divorce

45:53 Mediation: A Viable Option?

50:09 Understanding Trusts and Estate Law

01:06:43 Dividing Marital Property Fairly

01:08:54 Custody and Parenting Coordination

01:15:29 Identifying and Addressing Abuse

01:24:06 Key Takeaways for Navigating Divorce

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