Modern Family Matters

Modern Family Matters

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.

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October 17, 2025 18 mins

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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 guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.

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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 single-family households. Ron shares his personal journey of bringing his late father's vision to life—a unique insurance product that guarantees child support and alimony payments in cases of d...

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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 abuse, and how you can fight back.

In this episode of Modern Family Matters, host Steve Altishin interviews Lisa Johnson about legal abuse and what to do when an ex-partner uses the
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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 infidelity, abuse, or abandonment. 

As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expe...

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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 surprises after death.

As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon ...

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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," how to file for an emergency custody order, what evidence is typically needed, and what to expect during the legal process. 

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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 Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.

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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 these family transitions.

As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oreg...

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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 estate planning and age discrimination.

As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to ex...

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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 Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.

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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 a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce ca...

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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 attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.

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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 attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.

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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 Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.

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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 ignoring it entirely.

As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washingt...

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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 leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we ...

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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 stress are not internalized.

If you would like to speak with one of our attorneys, please call our office at (503) 227-0200, or visit our website at https://www.pacificcascadelegal.com.

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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 know when you're ready, as well as how to navigate this new landscape with confidence and open eyes.

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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 money, time, relationships, and stress when navigating a divorce.

As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Lea...

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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 finalized.

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