Donuts & Divorce: A Family Law Podcast

Donuts & Divorce: A Family Law Podcast

Donuts & Divorce: A Family Law Podcast, is a podcast focusing on all aspects of family law. BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC is here to help navigate the waters of divorce and separation (including the who, what, when, where and how to do it), but also provide insight on the aspects of divorce and separation that are NOT always addressed in the courtroom (how to co-parent with someone you simply may not like right now, or how to determine what you can and cannot afford post-divorce). Join host Dorothy O’Neil, one of the Founding Members of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC, as she discusses the many topics surrounding family law issues, including divorce, custody, and child/spousal support. This podcast series is created by BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. Visit us at boklawfirm.com for more information. This program should not be considered legal advice. Because every family's needs are different, please contact one of our family law attorneys to discuss your unique situation. If you have any questions, please contact Dorothy O'Neil at info@boklawfirm.com.

Episodes

June 25, 2025 23 mins

In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil discusses the rise of Premarital Mediation, and how couples can mediate the terms of a Premarital Agreement.  Many couples are choosing this process as a means of "marriage planning" so that they are on the same page when it comes to finances, responsibilities, and combining households.  Check it out!

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & M...

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In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko tackle the subject of shared custody, and what that really means under Pennsylvania law.  The address shared legal custody, as well as shared physical custody, along with the varying schedules parents can choose from.  

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative ...

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In this episode, Partners and Founding Members Dorothy O'Neil and Rachael Bowe discuss the "Discovery" Phase of Divorce, which can also be called the "Information Gathering" Phase of Divorce.  They dive into the various discovery options, such as Interrogatories and Requests for Production of Documents, as well as Requests for Admissions, Depositions and Subpoenas, all with an aim of gathering financial inf...

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In this episode, Mediator Dorothy O'Neil discusses the five types of family mediation: (1) Divorce Mediation, (2) Co-Parenting Mediation, (3) Premarital Mediation, (4) Blended Family Mediation, and (5) Couples/Marital Mediation.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial An...

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In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss how to change adult names (often as a by-product of a divorce), as well as how to change children's names in PA.  

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. If you have any questions, pl...

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In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko address how personal property is divided in a divorce/separation.  This can include anything from the pots and pans, personal belongings, and you guessed it, PETS!

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial An...

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In this episode, Dorothy discusses the differences between proceeding as a fault divorce versus a no-fault divorce in PA.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. If you have any questions, please contact Dorothy O'Neil at info@boklawfirm.com, or visit our websit...

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In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil interviews Natalie Frazier regarding the post-COVID trends for refinancing your mortgage, loan assumptions, and where to be cautious.

Natalie Corsello Frazier is a licensed Pennsylvania Loan Officer and Title Agent working in the real estate industry for more than 30 years.  Natalie's expertise lies in mortgage loans for Pennsylvania residents, including but not limited to...

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In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil interviews Attorney Lisa Standish, owner of the Law Offices of Lisa Standish, regarding why it may actually benefit parties to hire attorneys who actually get along.  

Attorney Lisa Standish works work with a vast array of individuals, young and old, whether they are married or single, as they face a broad array of family law issues, including contemplating a marriage or domest...

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In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil interviews Erin Troup, LPC, NCC, CT, IMH-E IV®, owner of Sprout Center for Emotional Growth and Development, LLC.  Together, they discuss the unique issues with co-parenting teenagers in both healthy co-parenting relationships and volatile co-parenting relationships.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law ...

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In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss the issue of school choice, including where a child should go to school after separation or divorce.  

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. If you have any questions, please contact Doro...

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In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko discuss traveling and vacationing with minor children after separation from your ex.  Can you cross state lines with your children without your ex's permission?  Can you take children on vacation without your ex's permission?  Can you fly with your children without your ex's permission.  Dorothy and Aleks answer these questions and many more!

Doroth...

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In this episode, Attorneys Dorothy O'Neil and Aleksandra Kocelko tackle the Do's and the Don'ts in custody cases, including the behaviors to really avoid, and why it is important to set healthy co-parenting practices as soon as you separate.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certifi...

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January 29, 2024 35 mins

In this episode, Attorneys Aleksandra Kocelko and Dorothy O'Neil discuss step-parent adoption in Pennsylvania, including the procedure, what is needed, and the law surrounding step-parent adoptions.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. If you have any questio...

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Happy New Year and Welcome to 2024!  In this episode, Attorney Dorothy O'Neil discusses hiring an attorney, and what to expect at an Initial Consultation, including what to bring, what to ask, and what to avoid.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. If you hav...

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In this Episode, Dorothy interviews Erin Troup, who is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in early childhood social emotional needs, particularly attachment, grief & loss, trauma and anxiety.  Erin is also the owner of Sprout Center for Emotional Growth and Development, LLC.  Erin and Dorothy discuss the impact of divorce particularly on infants and toddlers, and what parents should be paying attention to.

Dorothy O&...

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We have been busy the last couple of months forming our brand new law firm, BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC!  But we are back and ready to tackle the difficult issues surrounding divorce and separation in PA!  In this introductory episode, we address who we are, what services we provide, and how we stand out!

If you are in need of any family law or estate-related services, feel free to contact us for a free 1-hour i...

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December 27, 2022 18 mins

In this episode, Dorothy discusses and dispels 14 common myths, misconceptions, and rumors about family law cases.

Dorothy O'Neil, Esq. is a Partner and Founding Member of BOK Law & Mediation Services, PLLC. She is a Family Law Mediator, Collaborative Divorce Practitioner, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. If you have any questions, please contact Dorothy O'Neil at info@boklawfirm.com, or visit our website at ww...

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December 5, 2022 18 mins

Dorothy is back!  In this episode, Dorothy explains online mediation, its benefits, and how Dorothy has revamped her online mediation program.  Learn about the "Four C's and the E: Communication, Convenience, Comfort, Cost, and Efficiency."  Dorothy also explains how many more clients can mediate their entire divorce case, without even leaving the comforts of their homes.

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In this episode, Dorothy interviews Michell Butcher, MA, LPC, regarding how to recover after a divorce or separation is finalized.  Often attorneys can get clients over the finish line, but there is still work to be done.

Michelle Butcher, MA, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Divorce Mediator with Cognitive Behavior Institute.  Michelle's specific population of interest includes Adults, Couples, Families,...

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