GREENFIELD, M.A. (Franklin County Now) — Family law and money can feel like a powder keg — but in Part 1 of this Special Edition of Financial Fitness with The Money Doctor, Dr. Frances Rahaim and attorney Christopher Anderson of New Leaf Family show that it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead of fear, confusion, or overwhelm, they offer calm understanding and a whole lot of clarity about why divorce hits so hard and how to move through it with a steadier heart.
Together, they unpack why emotions run high long before the paperwork begins, what it really means to have a “counselor at law” on your side, and how getting clear on your future — the life you want on the other side of all this — should come before you dive into the forms, formulas, or financial decisions. Their message is simple but empowering: when you start with vision and support, the practical pieces become far less frightening.
Below is the episode, offering reassurance and grounded guidance for anyone navigating the financial side of family transitions.
Family transitions are hard, but you don’t have to approach them with fear. With the right tools, support, and a grounded sense of where you’re headed, you can move through the process with more confidence — and a lot more hope.