The Lemkin Law Podcast

Episode Summary
In this episode, family law attorney Hollie Lemkin breaks down the truth about emergency custody orders — when to file, what evidence matters, and how to protect your child when every moment counts.
She shares how courts decide what qualifies as an emergency, the red flags judges look for, and why the child’s best interest always comes first. Hollie also warns against common filing mistakes and overusing emergency motions, explaining how to approach the process strategically and effectively.
If you’re facing a high-conflict custody case or believe your child is in danger, this episode will help you understand your rights, your options, and what steps to take before you file.
Key Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction: What is an emergency custody order?01:15 – When courts consider a situation an emergency03:30 – Common triggers: substance abuse, absence, domestic violence05:00 – Why children are always the court’s top priority06:30 – How judges assess imminent harm or danger07:45 – What kind of evidence matters most09:00 – Mistakes parents make when filing on their own10:30 – Can filing too many emergency motions hurt your case?11:15 – How Hollie guides clients on whether to file11:45 – Timeline: How fast emergency orders are heard in California12:15 – Final message to parents: “You’re worth it. Speak up.”
About the Show
The Lemkin Law Podcast delivers real talk on divorce and family law matters — where tough conversations meet real advocacy. Hosted by family law attorney Hollie Lemkin, each episode breaks down complex legal issues like custody battles, child protection, and navigating the family court system with clarity and confidence.
If you’re a parent in a high-conflict case or feel like the system isn’t hearing you, this show helps you find truth, direction, and the strength to fight back.

Episode Summary
In this episode, family law attorney Hollie Lemkin tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in custody cases — the “high-conflict parent” label. She explains how protective parents, especially mothers, often get unfairly labeled when they’re simply trying to safeguard their children.
Hollie breaks down how this label is used — and misused — in court, the difference between a high-conflict case and a high-conflict parent, and how opposing parties or professionals may weaponize it. She also shares clear, strategic steps parents can take to protect their credibility and refute false labels.
If you’ve ever felt misunderstood or judged for standing up for your child, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening — and how to take your power back in court.
Key Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction: The “high-conflict parent” myth01:00 – What the term really means in legal settings02:00 – Why protective moms are often mislabeled03:15 – How trauma responses get mistaken for combative behavior04:45 – Impact of the label on credibility and custody outcomes06:00 – Difference between a high-conflict case and a high-conflict parent07:30 – How the label is weaponized by opposing counsel or professionals08:45 – Practical ways to push back strategically09:30 – Gender bias and social labeling in family court10:00 – Hollie’s final advice: take a hard look at the situation, not the label
 
About the Show
The Lemkin Law Podcast is where real talk meets real advocacy. Family law attorney Hollie Lemkin dives into the hard truths behind divorce, custody, and protective parenting. Each episode helps parents navigate complex legal battles with clarity, confidence, and courage — because protecting your child shouldn’t make you the “problem.”
If you’re in the middle of a high-conflict case or fighting to be heard in court, this show helps you see what’s really going on behind the legal system and how to stand strong through it.

Episode Summary:
In this insightful episode, host John Clements and family law attorney Hollie Lemkin discuss the complex issue of financial abuse in divorce and custody cases. Hollie explains how financial abuse manifests, its impact on children, and the legal tools available to combat it. She emphasizes the importance of thorough documentation and discovery processes in proving financial abuse cases, while sharing practical strategies for helping clients who feel trapped in financially abusive situations.
 
Key Timestamps:
00:01 - Show introduction
00:46 - Definition of financial abuse and its various forms
02:18 - Why courts may overlook financial abuse patterns
03:42 - How attorneys educate judges about financial abuse cases
05:16 - Examples of financial manipulation in custody cases
07:29 - Discussion of "best interest of child" standard
09:05 - Child's right to maintain highest parent's living standard
10:45 - Legal discovery process and documentation requirements
14:40 - Advice for clients feeling stuck in financial abuse situations
 
About the Show:
The Lemkin Law Podcast provides real talk on divorce and family law matters. Hosted by John Clements, featuring Hollie Lemkin, a family law attorney and fierce defender of protective parents. The show offers clarity, truth, and practical insights for those navigating high-conflict divorce, custody battles, or feeling unheard by the legal system.

Episode Summary:
In this insightful episode, host Jon Clemence and family law attorney Hollie Lemkin discuss strategies for parallel parenting with narcissistic co-parents. They explore the differences between co-parenting and parallel parenting, legal tools for creating boundaries, and effective communication strategies when dealing with narcissistic personalities in custody situations.
 
Key Timestamps:
00:10 - Introduction and episode overview
01:10 - Defining parallel parenting vs. co-parenting
02:34 - How narcissistic behavior manifests in custody battles
04:19 - Legal tools and mediation strategies
07:13 - Identifying narcissistic tendencies in custody cases
11:15 - Communication strategies in high-conflict situations
13:01 - Crafting effective custody agreements
14:58 - Mindset shifts for dealing with difficult co-parents
 
About the Show:
The Lemkin Law Podcast provides real talk on divorce and family law matters. Hosted by Jon Clemence, featuring Hollie Lemkin, a family law attorney and fierce defender of protective parents. The show offers clarity, truth, and practical advice for those navigating high-conflict divorces, custody battles, and complex family law situations.

Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Lemkin Law Podcast, host Jon Clemence and family law attorney Hollie Lemkin discuss what family courts get wrong about protecting children. They explore how courts handle safety concerns, the role of mental health professionals, gender bias in custody cases, and options for parents who feel unheard by the legal system.
 
Key Timestamps:
00:10 - Introduction and show overview
01:01 - Addressing parent's fears about child safety and court perception
03:35 - Importance of documentation in custody cases
04:52 - Discussion on parental alienation vs protective behavior
06:32 - Gender bias in family court proceedings
08:18 - Signs of parent's voice not being heard in court
10:36 - Options when lawyers don't provide adequate advocacy
12:08 - Message to parents feeling powerless in the system
 
About The Show:
The Lemkin Law Podcast provides real talk on divorce and family law matters. Hosted by Jon Clemence and featuring Hollie Lemkin, a family law attorney and fierce defender of protective parents, the show offers clarity, truth, and guidance for those navigating high-conflict divorce and custody battles.

Episode Summary:
In this debut episode, host Jon Clemence interviews family law attorney Hollie Lemkin about her passion for protecting families and navigating high-conflict divorce cases. Hollie shares her personal connection to family law through her father's 40-year career and discusses her approach to helping parents who feel unheard in the court system. The episode explores the importance of focusing on children's best interests in custody battles and provides valuable insights into common challenges in family law cases.
 
Key Timestamps:
00:10 - Show introduction and overview
00:46 - Meet Hollie Lemkin
00:57 - Hollie's inspiration to become a family law attorney
02:04 - Discussion about helping parents feel heard in court
03:36 - The importance of seeing custody battles through children's eyes
05:50 - Best interest of child standard in California law
08:11 - Challenges mothers face in courtroom settings
11:36 - Major issues in divorce cases: custody and financial matters
14:22 - Advice for those feeling defeated in court
 
About the Show:
The Lemkin Law Podcast provides real talk on divorce and family law matters, featuring Hollie Lemkin, a family law attorney and fierce defender of protective parents. The show aims to give clarity, truth, and encouragement to those navigating high-conflict divorces and custody battles.