In this insightful conversation, Patrick Russell, of Meaningful-Mediation.com, a Florida-based attorney & mediator with over 30 years of legal experience, shares his top 10 tips for achieving a “meaningful mediation.” Key points include: Russell’s insights emphasize the importance of preparation, communication, and a collaborative mindset in achieving successful mediation outcomes. Not all mediations successfully settle, […]
In Episode 293, I interview immigration lawyer and Forbes Contributor, Andy Semotiuk of the Pace Law Firm, about the potential for a Schengen-style zone between the United States and Canada. Andy explains in his recent Forbes article that a Schengen-style zone would allow for the free movement of people and goods between the two countries, […]
Mary Ann Pano Hughes, of Special Family Transitions, a certified special needs divorce coach, shares her personal journey and expertise in supporting parents of children with special needs through the challenges of divorce. She is a contributing author in the new book launched January 2025: The Other Side of Divorce: Breakups That Lead to Breakthroughs. […]
In Episode 291, Dr. Bernadette Atanga (Atangamd.com), an experienced physician and author, delves into the critical issue of emotional suppression among professional men. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing the underlying trauma and stress that can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as workaholism and burnout. Dr. Atanga highlights the societal expectations placed […]
In Episode 290 I engage AI guru and past LMIPodcast guest Sean McDonald in an insightful discussion on the transformative impact of AI on the legal field by taking a step back to chat on the broader history of AI’s evolution in modern life. Broadcasting from the Santa Monica Pier, this final “LMIPodcast on the […]
In the insightful episode of the Lawyers and Mediators International Show and Podcast, I sit down with Hillary Johns, a seasoned trial lawyer specializing in entertainment law. Broadcasting from the bustling hub of Burbank, California, the conversation dives deep into the complexities of entertainment law, exploring issues related to intellectual property, media rights, and non-disclosure […]
In Episode 288 of the Lawyers and Mediators International Show, we took the LMIPodcast on the road to California. I sat down with Attorney Martin Kaufman of The Kaufman Law Firm at his LA office to explore the legal implications of the recent California wildfires. Attorney Kaufman, a seasoned California trial lawyer with experience in […]
RePublished from the Don’t Pick the Scab Podcast at https://dontpickthescabpodcast.com/episode/co-parenting-and-mediation-it-can-work-mac-pierre-louis-jd-dptsp-080-david This podcast episode from Don’t Pick The Scab features Mac Pierre-Louis, an attorney and mediator specializing in co-parenting and conflict resolution. Mac, who practices law in Texas and Florida, shares insights from his work helping parents mediate disputes and resolve custody issues amicably. He emphasizes the importance […]
In this episode, immigration attorney Andy Semotiuk of the PaceLawFirm.com, and Forbes Contributor, joined Mac Pierre-Louis to discuss the recent executive orders signed by President Trump regarding immigration. Andy explains that the order targeting birthright citizenship has been blocked by the courts, as it would require a constitutional amendment to change. He addresses the administration’s efforts to deport […]
Originally cross posted from MacPierreLouis.com Since I received my bar card in 2009, two persistent annoyances in family law practice have kept me itching for solutions. The first is the painfully slow process of scheduling mediations in contested cases. The second is the lack of uniformity in local family court rules, which often change without […]
