ANDREW COLSKY, JD, LPC, an attorney, mediator, and author, who is also a licensed therapist and sleep expert, returned to the podcast to discuss sleeplessness among Americans due to the 2024 presidential election. The questions posed to him stem from a recent Time Magazine article that referenced “25% of adults have already lost sleep over […]
EP265 Post-Election Analysis on Global Conflicts with Attorney Andy Semotiuk
EDITOR’S NOTE: This podcast episode was recorded on November 15, 2024, just prior to the U.S. policy change on permitting longer-range US-made missiles to be fired into Russian territory. Attorney Andy Semotiuk of the Pace Law Firm, and contributing author for Forbes, discussed the current situation of the war between Russia and Ukraine and the wars involving Israel, in the aftermath […]
EP264 What is International Jurists – With Federico Vasoli and Domenic Pini
International Jurists Connects Lawyers Across the Globe for the Benefit of their Clients. Federico Vasoli of Dmtvglobal.com and Domenic Pini of PiniFranco.com joined Mac Pierre-Louis to discuss its work. In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the ability to collaborate with legal professionals across borders is more important than ever. That’s where organizations like International Jurists come […]
EP263 America in Therapy 2 – Post Election Discussion with Phyllis Leavitt
The discussion centered around the themes explored in psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt’s book, “America in Therapy,” and the application of psychological principles to address the polarization and divisiveness in American society. The main topics covered were: The Polarization and Divisiveness in American Society: The discussion highlighted the deep divisions and lack of understanding between different groups in […]
EP262 Navigating the Digital Justice Landscape with Graham Ross
Online mediation thought leader Graham Ross of TheResolver.com and SeeYouOutofCourt.com, joined Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators.com and Mac to discuss how AI is impacting the legal and conflict resolutions fields. In this episode, Ross shares his extensive experience in the field, exploring the evolution of digital justice systems and the integration of technology in resolving […]
EP261 America in Therapy with Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt, MA
In this episode, attorney and mediator Mac Pierre-Louis hosts psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt to discuss her work, including her new book, “America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis.” The conversation delves into the current social and political divisions in America, drawing parallels between national crises and family dynamics. […]
EP260 Uncommon Child Custody and Child Support Orders Orders with Dannielle Simms
In “Uncommon Child Custody and Child Support Orders,” Attorney Mac Pierre-Louis is joined by co-host Dannielle Simms of The Simms Law Group, PLLC, to discuss unique or less common child custody and child support orders. Dannielle, a family law attorney with over a decade of experience, shares insights based on her extensive career in Harris […]
EP259 Russia v. Ukraine Legal Questions With Andy Semotiuk
Attorney Andy Semotiuk of the Pace Law Firm, and contributing author for Forbes, returned with his extensive experience in international and immigration law to discuss the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which has not only dominated global headlines, but also raised numerous legal questions that go beyond the battlefield. This conversation delves into the history and legal […]
EP258 Can I Get My Green Card if I Collected Public Assistance?
Attorney Mac Pierre-Louis and immigration lawyer Samuel Aguocha discuss whether receiving public assistance affects a person’s eligibility for a U.S. green card. Samuel explains that despite concerns, collecting public assistance does not automatically disqualify someone from getting their green card or citizenship, provided that the individual didn’t obtain the benefits fraudulently. Samuel also discusses the […]
EP257 The EB5 Investor Visa. What is it? With Andy Semotiuk
In the latest episode of the “Lawyers and Mediators International Show and Podcast,” we delve into the intricate world of EB-5 investor visas, from the perspective of a Toronto-based attorney who has also resided in the United States and who has cross-border licenses. This visa category, established in the early 1990s by the United States […]










