Lawyers Who Care

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Lawyers Who Care features compelling stories from attorneys who go above and beyond for their clients. Your host, Andrew Samalin, principal of Samalin Wealth, talks with these inspirational lawyers about the times they exceeded expectations in their role as legal counsel to ensure the support and well-being of their clients.

  1. 3d ago

    Brian Latimer | Family Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Brian Latimer, principal attorney at Liberty State Legal Services in New Jersey. Brian focuses on family law, divorce, child custody, protective orders, and legal advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Brian explains how his commitment to helping victims led him to establish his own practice and provide eligible clients with legal representation through New Jersey's Victims of Crime Compensation Office. He also shares how an act of kindness from a stranger helped connect a victim with the support she needed, highlighting the important role communities can play in helping survivors find assistance. In This Episode, You'll Learn: - Brian's journey into family law and domestic violence advocacy - How victims may access legal representation at no cost - The impact of domestic violence on children and families - How community members can help victims find support - Why small acts of kindness can make a lasting difference Connect with Brian Latimer: Phone: (908) 441-7578 Email: brian@libertystatelegal.com

  2. 3d ago

    Monique Lavender Greenberg | Estate Planning Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Monique Lavender Greenberg, managing partner of Lavender Greenberg in Coral Gables, Florida. Monique specializes in estate planning, asset protection, trust administration, and estate litigation. Monique shares the story of five sons who risked losing their inheritance after their father's girlfriend presented a forged will. Despite other attorneys declining the case, her firm helped prove the will was invalid, allowing the sons to receive their inheritance. She also explains why estate planning is essential at every stage of life, helping individuals protect their assets, document their wishes, and choose who will make important medical, legal, and financial decisions if they cannot. In This Episode, You'll Learn: - The fundamentals of estate planning and asset protection - How Monique's firm helped a family challenge a forged will - Trust and estate disputes can threaten family inheritances - How estate planning helps protect your wishes and beneficiaries - Why everyone should have an estate plan, regardless of age Connect with Monique Lavender Greenberg: Phone: (786) 832-4694 Email: monique@lglawmiami.com

  3. Oct 21

    Helene Bernstein | Divorce and Family Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Helene Bernstein, founder of the Law and Mediation Office of Helene Bernstein in Brooklyn. Helene’s practice focuses on divorce, separation, custody, child support, and related family law matters. Helene shares how her early work with children led her to family law, beginning with Suffolk County Family Court and later prosecuting child abuse cases. She explains how that experience shaped her approach to helping families navigate difficult legal and personal challenges. She also discusses the differences between litigation, mediation, and collaborative approaches, and how she helps clients determine which process is right for their circumstances. For some clients, mediation can provide a path toward settlement, while cases involving domestic violence or hidden assets may require court intervention. Helene also shares her perspective on helping children through divorce, including the importance of protecting the child's relationship with both parents. She discusses approaches such as nesting, shared holidays, and bringing in financial and mental health professionals to support families through the transition. In This Episode, You'll Learn: - Helene’s path into family and divorce law - How to determine whether mediation or litigation is the right fit - When domestic violence or hidden assets may require court intervention - Common mistakes parents make during divorce involving their children - How nesting can help children adjust to separation - The importance of protecting a child’s relationship with both parents - Why divorce should move at the client’s own pace Connect with Helene Bernstein: Website: hbernsteinlawandmediation.com

  4. Oct 14

    Brian Kupferberg | Family Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Brian Kupferberg, a family and matrimonial lawyer with Berkman, Bottger, Newman & Schein, serving clients throughout New York City, Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. Brian discusses his path into family law and how working as a clerk for a matrimonial judge gave him an inside perspective on effective advocacy and courtroom practice. He also explains how his firm's range of matrimonial services allows clients to pursue different paths depending on their individual needs. Brian shares two client success stories: a straightforward prenuptial agreement that allowed a couple to proceed with their marriage without unnecessary conflict, and a custody and child support case in which his clients ultimately chose to work together rather than have the court determine the outcome. Throughout the conversation, Brian emphasizes that effective legal representation means supporting clients in making informed decisions about what is best for themselves and their families. In This Episode, You'll Learn: - Brian's path into family and matrimonial law - Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements - Litigation, mediation, and negotiated solutions - Supporting clients through custody and child support matters - Why clients should have a voice in determining their path forward - The importance of effective advocacy and good advisors - How strong client relationships contribute to successful outcomes Connect with Brian Kupferberg: Phone: (212) 867-9123 Website: berkbot.com

  5. Oct 14

    Daniel Campen | Estate Planning and Elder Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Daniel Campen of Campen Estate Planning in Tyrone, Georgia. Daniel focuses on estate planning, special needs planning, Medicaid planning, and probate and trust administration. Daniel shares how personal experiences shaped his practice, including his mother's experience with nursing home care and raising a daughter on the autism spectrum. These experiences inspired him to help families navigate some of life's most difficult legal and financial challenges. He also discusses how the loss of his daughter, Josephine, changed the way he approaches estate planning and led him to consider creating the Josephine Joy Fund to support clients experiencing pregnancy loss. Throughout the conversation, Daniel emphasizes the importance of maintaining a relationship with your attorney and regularly reviewing an estate plan as life changes. In This Episode, You'll Learn: - Daniel's path into estate planning and elder law - Medicaid and special needs planning - How personal experiences influence legal practice - Recognizing children who have experienced pregnancy loss in estate planning - Why estate plans need to be reviewed as life changes - The importance of working with a legal specialist - Why it's never too early or too late to plan Connect with Daniel Campen: Phone: (678) 340-3223 Email: emily@campenestateplanning.com

  6. Oct 7

    Jolee Vacchi | Family Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Jolee Vacchi, founding attorney at Foundations Family Law and Mediation Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. Jolee is a family law attorney, collaborative attorney, and certified divorce and family law mediator. Jolee discusses how an early internship with a divorce attorney led her to family law and eventually inspired her to create a settlement-focused practice. She explains her firm's holistic approach to divorce, which connects clients with professionals who can provide financial, emotional, parenting, and other support throughout the process. Jolee also shares why helping clients move through one of the hardest periods of their lives and into their next chapter is the most rewarding part of her work. Topics Covered: - Jolee's path into family law - Litigation, mediation, and collaborative divorce - A settlement-focused approach to divorce - Foundations Family Law's holistic model - Supporting clients through co-parenting challenges - Why clients don't have to navigate divorce alone Connect with Jolee Vacchi: Phone: (508) 635-8965 Website: foundationsfamilylaw.com Email: info@foundationsfamilylaw.com Social Media: @foundationsfamilylaw

  7. Oct 7

    Martin Friedlander | Family Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Martin Friedlander, founding partner of Martin Friedlander PC in Midtown Manhattan. With over 25 years of experience, Martin focuses on complex matrimonial and high-net-worth matters, including religious divorces and prenuptial agreements. Martin shares the story of a highly contested divorce in which a wife reached out to Martin after months of litigation, telling him he was the only person who cared. Martin helped connect the couple with a therapist, and they ultimately reconciled. Throughout the conversation, Martin discusses the importance of understanding clients' personal circumstances and helping families through difficult legal situations. Topics Covered: - Martin's path into matrimonial law - Religious divorce and prenuptial agreements - Navigating highly contested divorce matters - Understanding the emotional dynamics of family law - How Martin helped a couple reconcile - Why attorneys should help rather than escalate conflict Connect with Martin Friedlander: Phone: (212) 321-7092 Email: nef@mflawyer.com

  8. Oct 7

    Tyler Hadyniak | Veterans Disability and Litigation Law

    In this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin speaks with Tyler Hadyniak, senior attorney and partner at Hadyniak and Bascom in Freedom, Maine. Tyler focuses on veterans' disability and litigation in Maine courts. Tyler discusses how he began practicing veterans' disability law in law school and why helping veterans access benefits they may not know exist is so important to him. He also shares the story of representing the widow of a veteran affected by toxic exposure in Vietnam. Tyler traveled to California to support her during her appeal, which ultimately resulted in the full granting of the benefits she sought. Throughout the conversation, Tyler discusses the challenges of practicing law and the fulfillment that comes from helping veterans and their families. Topics Covered: - Tyler's path into veterans disability law - Helping veterans access VA benefits - Veterans disability appeals - Supporting a veteran's widow through an appeal - The importance of personal advocacy - Why serving veterans can be deeply fulfilling Connect with Tyler Hadyniak: Phone: (207) 323-3462 Website: hadyniakbascom.com

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Lawyers Who Care features compelling stories from attorneys who go above and beyond for their clients. Your host, Andrew Samalin, principal of Samalin Wealth, talks with these inspirational lawyers about the times they exceeded expectations in their role as legal counsel to ensure the support and well-being of their clients.

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  • Creator
    Samalin Wealth
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    271
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