Modern Family Matters
Modern Family Matters is a podcast based out of the Pacific Northwest that discusses a variety of different topics that can impact the family unit, such as divorce, custody, estate planning, adoption, personal injury accidents, and bankruptcy. We believe that there is no such thing as "broken" family, and that true family can take on many different forms. Join our host, Steve Altishin, as he interviews attorneys and other industry professionals on all matters pertaining to the modern family.
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 191
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Let's Talk Personal Injury: What You Should (& Shouldn't) Do If You’re Injured In a Car Accident
Join us as we sit down with personal injury attorney, Terry Hogan, to discuss the most important steps to be mindful of if you've recently been in a car accident, especially in regard t…
Washington Protection Orders: Understanding the Types of Restraining Orders Available and When You Should Consider Filing
Join us as we sit down with family law attorney, Ben Brown, to discuss Washington's protection orders, and how you can utilize these court orders to help prevent contact that is harassi…
There's No Room for Shame in Divorce! Detangling Cultural and Religious Stigmas From the Decision to Divorce
Join us as we sit down with family law attorney, Kimberly Brown, to discuss the cultural and religious stigmas that have historically clouded divorce with a sense of shame, and why it's…
Get the Inside Scoop! Attorney Tips on How to Best Prepare for a Family Law Mediation
Join us as we sit down with attorney, Caryn Jones, to discuss how divorcing spouses can adequately prepare for mediation in order to reach agreements on issues that need resolution in o…
The Co-Parent’s Survival Guide for Spring Break: Attorney Tips on How to Eliminate Stress & Amicably Plan for Success
Join us as we sit down with attorney, Allison Harper, to talk through the common problem areas for co-parents who are trying to plan spring break for their children, and steps that can …
The Psychological Impact of Divorce: How to Process the Stages of Separation & Transition From a Place of Resentment to Acceptance
Join us as we sit down with Psychotherapist, Dr. Foojan Zeine, to talk through the different emotional stages of divorce, and tips for how divorcing couples can individually process the…
The Complex Relationship Between Bankruptcy and Divorce Cases, & Tactical Considerations When Filing for Both
Join us as we sit down with Pacific Cascade's Bankruptcy Attorney, Darin Wisehart, to discuss the relationship between bankruptcy and divorce cases, and important tips to keep in mind w…
Wait! Important Questions You Should Ask Your Financial Advisor Before Negotiating Your Divorce Settlement
Join us as we sit down with Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Grant Johnstone, and his team of financial advisors at Miracle Mile Advisors, to discuss pertinent questions that they w…
Tried and True Attorney Tips for Creating Effective Visitation and Parenting Time Schedules
Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Sabrina Owen, to discuss tried and true attorney tips on how to create the most effective visitation and parenting plan schedules that will stand t…
How Co-Parents Can Utilize Sleep Science to Help A Child Struggling to Sleep in Two Households
We sit down with Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Marie-Eve Gagnon, to discuss factors that can result in sleep challenges for children, and how co-parents can work together across household…
Harnessing Your Power to Reclaim Control in Divorce and Make Co-Parenting a Win/Win Situation
Join us as we sit down with Behavior Coach and best-selling author, Gail Rudolph , to discuss how you can set healthy boundaries while navigating divorce, and control your own power dyn…
Military Divorces & the Tactical Division of Assets and Military Benefits
Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Robert Howell, to discuss how military benefits are typically addressed in a dissolution case, and important things to know to help protect your ri…
Raising Children in a High Achievement Culture: How Effective Co-Parenting Can Help Prevent a Child From Becoming a Disintegrated Student
Join us as we sit down with Student and Parent Coach, Dr. Jeannine Jannot, to discuss how a high achieving culture can result in a disintegrated student, and how co-parents can work tog…
Supporting a Child Through Addiction: How Divorced Parents Can Create Helpful Structures & Solutions for the Struggling Child
Join us as we sit down with parenting coach and interventionist, Aaron Huey, to discuss how separated parents can work together to provide support for a child who is struggling with add…
Perdido en la Traducción: Exploring the Benefits of Hiring a Spanish Speaking Attorney for Your Family Law Case
Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Alan Nieczyporuk, and Billing Manager, Claudia Preciado, to discuss how hiring a bilingual attorney can help Spanish-speaking clients avoid misunde…
Re-Entering the Workforce Post-Divorce: Tips On How to Successfully Kickstart a Teaching Career
Whether you left a former teaching profession to care for your children, or took a break to pursue other career options, returning to teaching can be more challenging than going back to…
Preparing for Child Support: Taking a Closer Look at Oregon’s Child Support Guidelines & Calculations
Join us as our Lead Paralegal, Lisa Parsons, sits down to discuss frequently asked questions surrounding child support laws and calculations in Oregon. In this episode, Lisa and Steve a…
What Is Intellectual Property, & How Is it Addressed in Divorce and Estate Planning Cases?
Join us as we sit down with Patent Attorney, J. Curtis Edmondson, to discuss intellectual property, what it is, and common issues that clients face in divorce and estate planning cases.…
Estate Planning 101: The Basics of a Trust, & How to Create One That Is Best Designed for Your Goals
Join us as we sit down with Attorney, Triston Dallas, to discuss trusts, what they're used for, how they're created, and when you should consider one. In this podcast, Triston and Steve…
Covid 2.0: Handling the Uncertainty & Surviving the Upcoming School Year
Join us as we sit down with Behavior Analyst, Chris Messina, to discuss how co-parents can help their children handle uncertainty amidst and the ever-changing rules and expectations as …