{"podcast":{"title":"How Not To Suck At Divorce","slug":"how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361","podcast_index_feed_id":4488361,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce/","website_url":"https://hownottosuckatdivorce.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/1deacb71-9108-4db9-8b85-e0f998650d70/HNTSAD-june-cover-art-2026.png","author":"Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport","episode_count":230,"summary":"Most people make expensive divorce mistakes before they even understand the process. Get expert divorce advice, practical divorce help, and cost-effective divorce strategies to avoid costly mistakes, reduce legal fees, and navigate divorce with clarity, confidence, and control. Most people spend thousands learning this the hard way. Don’t be one of them. The Divorce Crash Course (a $150 value, available for $50) shows you exactly how to prepare for divorce, avoid costly legal mistakes, and protect your finances before you even hire a lawyer. How Not to Suck at Divorce is the divorce podcast for people who want real answers, smart strategy, and emotional clarity during one of the most stressful times of life. This isn’t surface-level advice or generic legal talk. It’s honest, practical divorce guidance designed to help you make better decisions from the very beginning. Hosted by powerhouse family law attorney Morgan Stogsdill, head of family law at one of the largest firms in the country, and comedian-turned-marketing expert Andrea Rappaport, the show combines legal expertise with real-life experience. Together, they break down what actually matters in divorce and what too many peo…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-10T14:23:29.915222+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361"},"episode":{"title":"200. What Your Divorce Attorney Is Really Saying (And How to Tell if Your Lawyer Is a Bad Communicator)","slug":"200-what-your-divorce-attorney-is-really-saying-and-how-to-tell-if-your-lawyer-is-a-bad-communicator","published_at":"2026-03-27T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361/200-what-your-divorce-attorney-is-really-saying-and-how-to-tell-if-your-lawyer-is-a-bad-communicator","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361","url":"https://hownottosuckatdivorce.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/715ed9fe-c1c6-4f49-a2b6-a5a23521ba6a.mp3","summary":"Get the NEW Divorce Crash Course right here! Ever read an email from your divorce attorney and think: “What the hell does that even mean?” You’re not alone. In this episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce , hosts Andrea Rappaport and Morgan L. Stogsdill break down the confusing world of legal jargon, attorney shorthand, and “lawyer speak” that leaves so many divorce clients feeling lost. If your attorney has ever said things like: “We’ll reserve that issue.” “Opposing counsel is being unreasonable.” “The judge may not view this favorably.” “We need more discovery.” …and you nodded along while secretly thinking “am I winning or am I getting screwed?” — this episode is for you. Morgan translates the most common divorce lawyer phrases into plain English , while Andrea asks the questions every client is secretly thinking. You’ll also learn how to tell the difference between normal legal communication and a lawyer who simply isn’t communicating well. Because understanding your divorce strategy isn’t a luxury — it’s your right. What You'll Learn in This Episode ✔ What lawyers actually mean when they say “we’ll reserve that issue” ✔ Why divorce attorneys avoid giving 100% certainty about outcomes ✔ The real meaning behind “the judge may not view this favorably” ✔ Why discovery is one of the most misunderstood parts of divorce ✔ How to tell if your attorney is explaining strategy clearly ✔ Red flags that signal a bad communicator (or worse) ✔ When it might be time to get a second legal opinion Divorce Lawyer Phrases Translated Morgan and Andrea break down common phrases you may hear from your divorce attorney: “That’s not something we want to concede.” Translation: Not necessarily a “no” — but definitely not right now. “We’ll reserve that issue.” Translation: The decision is bei…","meta_description":"Get the NEW Divorce Crash Course right here! 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