Does An Affair Matter In My Divorce?

Many people assume that an extramarital affair will automatically determine the outcome of their divorce, but the reality is more nuanced.  In this episode, Grown Girl Divorce host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. explains the nuances including the impact of living in a no-fault or fault-based divorce state.  However, even in no-fault states, infidelity can still influence critical aspects of the divorce process, including parenting time, financial decisions, and overall negotiations. In this episode, Kimberly breaks down the true consequences of an affair during a divorce and how to navigate its impact effectively.  ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce To learn more about the podcast host: Website: https://sdflaw.com/team/detail/kimberly-a-cook LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyjohnsoncook    

Navigating a divorce is already challenging, but when you and your soon-to-be-ex are still living under the same roof, it can become even more complicated. In this episode, Grown Girl Divorce podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq.,  provides essential guidance for managing the difficulties of cohabiting during a divorce.  Kimberly discusses four key areas to help you protect your well-being and successfully transition to the next chapter of your life: prioritizing safety, setting firm boundaries, understanding your legal options, and creating a plan to pull it all together. Whether you're discussing these concerns with your lawyer or mediating with your partner, these strategies will help you maintain stability and peace of mind.  ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce To learn more about the podcast host: Website: https://sdflaw.com/team/detail/kimberly-a-cook LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyjohnsoncook

Divorce can be expensive - really expensive!  Oh, and we are not just talking about your attorney's fees.  In this episode, our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. pulls the curtain back to expose the divorce costs people don't talk about but certainly get hit with!  If you are considering a divorce, going through a divorce, or helping a friend through her divorce, then be sure to listen to this episode to learn how to watch out for, prepare for, and reduce the divorce costs that no one talks about! ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce

Every divorce is unique and should be treated as such. Yet, no divorce is so unique that it should take years to finalize. In this podcast episode, our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. explains the common mistakes you may be making which is why your divorce is not yet finalized.  If you are unsure why your divorce is taking so long or are trying to avoid your case lasting for years, you may want to ask yourself: 1. Am I trying to do everything by myself? 2. Do I have the wrong lawyer?  3. Am I paying attention to my case?   4. Do I know what I want in my divorce? 5. Do I really want my divorce to end? Kimberly walks you through these common mistakes in the hope that you will save time and money in your divorce.  You do not want to miss this episode! ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce

Being a mother is hard - even when you aren't going through a divorce! But, going through a divorce can be especially hard for women with children because of the additional pressure of navigating a divorce while being a good mom. In this episode, our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. discusses what Mother's should know and/or remember about themselves, their relationship with their children, and the divorce process so that they can continue to be the great mom that we all know and love! Be sure to share this special episode with a mother you know who is considering or going through a divorce. It may make all the difference for her today! ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce

The client lawyer relationship is not always a good one and you need to part ways! Yes, clients fire their lawyers or get fired by their lawyers more than you know!  In this bonus episode, our host, Kimberly A. Cook, breaks down what to do and what not to do if you find yourself without a lawyer whether you got fired or if you're doing the firing! Even if you have a good relationship with your lawyer, or are just starting to search for a lawyer, you will want to listen to this episode so you know how to avoid the pitfalls that end up with clients and lawyers being fired!  ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce

You have question and our podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is ready with the answers.  In this episode, Kimberly answers podcast listeners financial questions: 1. How to pay for legal fees? 2. Should I pay off debt with our joint assets? 3. Can I remove my spouse from our health insurance? 4. How can I prepare for financial mediation? 5. When should co-parents start discussing and planning for college contribution and costs?   The Grown Girl Divorce podcast's goal is to educate and empower Black women through divorce. Be sure to reach out with your questions and they will be answered on a future episode of the podcast.  Please submit questions to [email protected] ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce  

I want to keep my house.  It's understandable but is it the right decision?  In this episode, our podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. discusses: 1. Getting to the real reason you want to keep the house  (newsflash - it's not just about the kids), 2.  Understanding the numbers of home ownership, 3. Breaking down cash flow considerations and having a back-up plan, 4. Setting realistic expectations on whether to keep the house or move. This episode is a great place to start as you prepare for your divorce or if you are preparing for mediation or trial especially if you are considering keeping the house post-divorce. ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce  

Divorce is hard but it's so much harder because we are hard on ourselves. In this episode, Grown Girl Divorce podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. discusses the importance of giving yourself GRACE during your divorce.  For Kimberly, GRACE during your divorce means: G: Guilt Free. No matter what brought you to this process, recognizing that bearing guilt will not change the circumstances but rather keep you from moving forward. R: Respect for yourself, others, and the process. A: Accountability is key to getting through the divorce process. C: Community is the only way to get through a divorce and having the right community around you will make all the difference. E: Ease up is another way of saying "be kind to yourself" as this process is hard enough without you beating yourself up throughout it.   ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce  

What are you asking for in your divorce? It may seem like an obvious question but there is a good chance you don't really know!  In this episode, Grown Girl Divorce podcast host, Kimberly A Cook, explains the importance of knowing: 1. What you want in your divorce. 2. Why you want it. 3. How to go about getting what you want in your divorce. 4. When to share what you want, and more. If you are looking for direction and clarity about your divorce, then be sure to check out this podcast episode as you navigate divorce, child support, spousal support, property division, parenting schedules, and custody matters.   ********************************************************************************************* The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. Connect with us: Website: www.growngirldivorce.com Instagram: @growngirldivorce Facebook: facebook.com/growngirldivorce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce