148. Divorce Explored: Mediation Without Full Disclosure—Should You Go, Pause, or Pivot?

148. Divorce Explored: Mediation Without Full Disclosure—Should You Go, Pause, or Pivot?

Hosts: Catherine Shanahan, CDFA & Karen Chellew, Legal LiaisonPresented by: My Divorce Solution You’ve done the work, your mediation date is approaching—and your spouse has barely provided more than a screenshot or two of their accounts. What now? In this episode, Catherine and Karen take you behind the scenes of what happens when mediation is scheduled but the documents just aren’t there. They walk you through the common pitfalls, legal misconceptions, and high-stakes decisions that clients face in this scenario. Whether you're facing a controlling spouse, incomplete documentation, or pressure from professionals to move forward, this episode offers practical, empowering steps to protect your financial future. Why negotiating in mediation without full disclosure is like “negotiating in the dark” Why asking for documents is not aggression—it’s protection Real-world scenarios and how professionals sometimes pressure clients to move forward prematurely The MDS playbook for Pre-Mediation Triage Your three critical options: Go, Pause, or Pivot Tools attorneys and mediators can (and should) use to get the missing data The real cost of moving forward without clarity—and how to avoid regret We want to hear from you. Email us at wechat@ck11.net with your questions or topic suggestions. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. Please consult your own professionals for guidance tailored to your unique situation. What You'll Learn:Have a Question? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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208. Should You Keep the House in Divorce? Why Your Realtor Can't Answer That Alone

208. Should You Keep the House in Divorce? Why Your Realtor Can't Answer That Alone

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207. How to Trust Yourself in Divorce: Stop Overthinking and Make Clear Decisions with Amy Armstrong

207. How to Trust Yourself in Divorce: Stop Overthinking and Make Clear Decisions with Amy Armstrong

Divorce can make even the most confident person question every decision. When fear, conflicting advice, and financial uncertainty take over, how do you determine what is truly right for you? Divorce ...

5 Aug 45min

206. Hidden Assets or Costly Rabbit Holes? How Much Financial Discovery Is Enough?

206. Hidden Assets or Costly Rabbit Holes? How Much Financial Discovery Is Enough?

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205. The 50/50 Divorce Myth: What Equitable Distribution Actually Means

205. The 50/50 Divorce Myth: What Equitable Distribution Actually Means

Most people assume divorce means everything splits 50/50. In most of the country, that's not how the law works — and learning it mid-process can cost you dearly. In this episode of We Chat Divorce, K...

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204. Should You Move Money Before Divorce? Why One-Off Financial Advice Backfires

204. Should You Move Money Before Divorce? Why One-Off Financial Advice Backfires

Someone tells you to move money out of the joint account. Someone else says stop depositing your paycheck. Your attorney raises temporary orders. Each piece of advice may sound reasonable on its own —...

15 Jul 23min

203. Why Clients Leave Good Attorneys: Communication, Financial Clarity & AI in Divorce with Jessica Marshall

203. Why Clients Leave Good Attorneys: Communication, Financial Clarity & AI in Divorce with Jessica Marshall

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8 Jul 36min

202. Inheritance and Divorce: What Gray Divorce Couples Don't Know Can Cost Them

202. Inheritance and Divorce: What Gray Divorce Couples Don't Know Can Cost Them

Is inherited money really "yours" in a divorce? Not necessarily — and the details of how that money was handled can make or break your case. In this episode of We Chat Divorce, Karen Chellew and Cathe...

1 Jul 23min

201. Is This Gaslighting? How to Recognize, Document, and Protect Yourself in High-Conflict Divorce

201. Is This Gaslighting? How to Recognize, Document, and Protect Yourself in High-Conflict Divorce

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