From Matrimony to Acrimony: A Chat with Divorce Lawyer John Ross

40 Years as a Family Lawyer: John Ross Reveals the Realities of Divorce Law In this episode of the Interesting Lawyers Podcast, host Russell Adler interviews John Ross, a 40-year family lawyer. John discusses why he chose family law and stayed in the field despite its challenges. They explore the complexities of divorce, including the impact of COVID-19 on divorce rates, the intricacies of high net worth divorces, and the emotional toll on clients and their children. John shares insightful anecdotes, including cases of threats and complicated asset distributions. They also touch on the importance and vulnerabilities of prenuptial agreements, and the shift in divorce lawyer tactics over the years. This episode provides a deep dive into the often turbulent world of family law, shedding light on the human aspect behind the legal battles. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:51 Why Choose Family Law? 02:05 Impact of COVID on Divorce Rates 03:44 Challenges and Trends in Family Law 09:40 Custody Battles Over Pets 19:30 Threats and Dangers in Family Law 32:01 Prenuptial Agreements: Importance and Challenges 38:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Russell Adler is a mindset and performance coach for lawyers, consultant and trainer with a passion for podcasting and lawyer interviews. He spent 27 years working as a lawyer through 2013. As a lawyer coach, Russ helps lawyers deal with impulsivity, mindfulness, conflict avoidance, conflict resolution, organization, office organiztion, practice management and best practices for law firms.