Forward Facing

Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
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Welcome to FORWARD FACING, Your Inspiration To Evolve! We are ANDEE HASTINGS and MALI SHADMEHRY -- seasoned family law and divorce attorneys with a passion for justice and a heart for the families we serve. We draw on our decades of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them forge new futures. We emphasize leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, transformation, and a positive mindset while providing a glimpse into life at Hastings Shadmehry Family Law. We empower our audience and allow them to feel like part of our wolf pack. Join the conversation and evolve with us!

  1. Meet Sarah Price Smith | Family Law, Advocacy & Life at Full Speed | Episode 109

    2d ago

    Meet Sarah Price Smith | Family Law, Advocacy & Life at Full Speed | Episode 109

    Andee and Mali sit down with associate attorney Sarah Price Smith to hear about the experiences that shaped her path to family law. Sarah shares the perspective that fuels her passion for helping clients navigate some of life's most challenging transitions and manage their families afterward —and why she feels most at home advocating for them in the courtroom. Sarah brings an energetic, fearless approach to everything she does, both inside and outside the office. Join the conversation as the ladies discuss purpose, resilience, and choosing to move forward with confidence—both in law and in life. Find Sarah at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepriceissmith/https://hsfamilylaw.com/firm/sarah-price/ 00:00 Welcome to Forward Facing 00:50 Meet Sarah Price Smith 03:38 Warrior or Diplomat? Returns! 04:45 Vaunted Family History 10:26 How Childhood Shaped Her Family Law Career 12:02 From Pre-Med to Law School 16:14 Choosing Family Law 19:24 First Time in Court 24:22 Favorite Family Law Cases 26:11 Finding Hastings Shadmehry 29:31 Love Story 33:54 Balancing Law and Life 36:05 How Have You Evolved This Week? 42:23 Where to Find Sarah / Wrap-up Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcastInstagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    44 min
  2. Managing Client Expectations in Family Lawyer | John Rife | Episode 108

    Jun 12

    Managing Client Expectations in Family Lawyer | John Rife | Episode 108

    In this episode, Andee and Mali welcome veteran family law attorney John Rife to the show to tell them his views on mentoring, giving back to commnity and how he manages his clients' expectations. John shares Andee's and Mali's view that prepping the client at the start of the case for what might happen at the end is essential for a client's overall satisfaction with the case, and their ability to move forward with confidence. Join the conversation as these family law experts talk about career, motivation, and client care. Contact John Rife: www.rifelawfirm.com www.linkedin.com/in/john-rife-b18862b3 www.cummingcigars.com 00:55 Introduction 02:12 The Incident That Led John to Law 04:46 Early Career & Finding His Way to Family Law 08:01 Lessons From Juvenile Court 09:38 Managing Expectations in Divorce 11:29 Divorce, Grief & Moving Forward 18:01 Guardian ad Litem Explained 19:25 Rebuilding Families in Juvenile Court 25:16 The Forward Facing Mindset 30:01 Why Mediation Matters 33:04 Chess, Not Checkers 36:30 Forward Facing Check In 41:15 Wrap-Up Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    43 min
  3. Fitness, Entrepreneurship & Marriage | Blaire Herford | Part 2 | Episode 107

    May 29

    Fitness, Entrepreneurship & Marriage | Blaire Herford | Part 2 | Episode 107

    The second episode of the two-part conversation with Blaire Herford, Andee and Mali covers the topics of fitness, entrepreneurship, marriage, and building a business. Blaire shares the motivations behind her fitness journey, her foray into competitive bodybuilding, and how discipline, self-care, and personal growth have shaped both her personal and professional life. She also opens up about how she and her husband balance running a household and a business together through communication, partnership, and shared goals. She even coaches Andee and Mali in real time! Join the conversation as Blaire discusses fitness, leadership, marriage, and entrepreneurship. Rise Athletic Performance: https://www.instagram.com/riseathleticperformance/# Blaire Herford at Rise: https://www.instagram.com/blaireherford.fit_rise/# RISE: https://riseathleticperformance.com 01:06 Successful Co-Parenting02:41 Blaire’s Education & Career Path06:34 Discovering Bodybuilding09:02 Building Rise Athletic Performance12:57 Balancing Business, Marriage & Motherhood17:29 Perfectionism & Childhood Trauma20:22 Empowering Women Through Health24:12 The “Bubs” Story25:55 Life Outside Fitness28:28 How Have You Evolved Recently?36:10 Wrap-up Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    38 min
  4. Motherhood, Divorce & Evolution | Blaire Herford | Part 1 | Episode 107

    May 15

    Motherhood, Divorce & Evolution | Blaire Herford | Part 1 | Episode 107

    In this first episode of a two-part conversation, Andee and Mali sit down with Blaire Herford to discuss her journey through motherhood, fitness, and personal growth. Blaire is a wife, a mother, an entrepreneur, and a competitive bodybuilder and fitness coach who opens up about her upbringing, becoming a mother while still in college, navigating divorce at a young age, co-parenting, raising children, and reinventing herself through trust, communication, and resilience. Join the conversation as Blaire shares the experiences and life lessons that shaped her path to success. Blaire Herford at Rise: https://www.instagram.com/blaireherford.fit_rise/#RISE Athletic Performance: https://www.instagram.com/riseathleticperformance/# RISE: https://riseathleticperformance.com 00:55 Intro 03:14 Blaire's Formative Experiences 05:34 Breaking Generational Patterns 08:00 Becoming a Mom at 19 12:05 Refusing to Become a Statistic 13:25 Getting divorced at 21 17:05 Co-Parenting and Coping 21:04 Marriage, Growth & Hard Conversations 24:09 Learning Healthy Conflict Resolution 27:06 Why Words Matter in Relationships 29:18 Blended Families 39:02 Mutual Respect and Communication Evolve with us! Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    38 min
  5. Three Uniques That Set Our Family Law Firm Apart | Episode 106

    May 1

    Three Uniques That Set Our Family Law Firm Apart | Episode 106

    In this episode Andee and Mali pull back the curtain a bit and talk about the Three Uniques for Hastings Shadmehry Family Law.. The Three Uniques were intentionally built into the culture of the firm and they influence the creation of this podcastWhen they set out to create their firm the partners and their team mapped out the three ideals they wanted to build into the firm that would set it apart from others. These Three Uniques guide every person our the firm -- how they treat clients and how they interact with each other. Join the conversation as the ladies discuss a foundational aspect of their successful partnership. 00:55 Intro and Weekly Check-in 5:59 The Concept of 3 Uniques 09:46 Concierge Care Explained 11:12 The “Spa” of Family Law 12:32 Tailored, High-Touch Service 14:37 Chess, not Checkers Explained 16:24 Preparation as a Competitive Edge 19:23 Client's concerns 21:48 Humble Confidence Explained 23:24 Preparation Behind the Confidence 27:52 Humble Confidence in Team Culture 31:39 The Firm’s Core Values 33:02 How Have You Evolved Recently? 37:30 Wrap-up Evolve with us! Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    38 min
  6. Meet Cathy Cooper | Family Law, Experience & Next Chapters | Episode 105

    Apr 17

    Meet Cathy Cooper | Family Law, Experience & Next Chapters | Episode 105

    In this episode, Andee and Mali introduce you to Hastings Shadmehry senior associate Cathy Cooper. Cathy is a highly effective and skilled family law attorney. Join the conversation and find out about Cathy's valuable legal experience, her entrepreneurship in the health and beauty space, and her commitment to growth and positivity. It’s all about staying grounded and continuing to build a life that feels both meaningful and fulfilling. Find Cathy on social media! https://www.instagram.com/biohackinglawyer/ 01:00 Introduction 03:15 Cathy Cooper's Early Life & Background 06:26 Finding Her Path in Law 10:33 Life after Law School 17:11 Understanding Clients Deeply 23:51 Being a part of The Hastings Shadmehry Wolf Pack 29:56 Cathy's Message About Growth 32:32 Weekly Check-in 32:35: Mali's Check-in 32:39: Andee's Check-in 37:19 Cathy on Acceptance 38:15 Wrap-up Evolve with us! Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    39 min
  7. Meet Lily Lutton | Family Law Practice & Client-First Philosophy | Episode 104

    Apr 3

    Meet Lily Lutton | Family Law Practice & Client-First Philosophy | Episode 104

    In this episode, Andee and Mali sit down with our own Lily Lutton to learn more about her background, what inspired her legal career, and the philosophy that guides her work with clients. Lily shares her journey in family law, her approach to handling sensitive cases like divorce and child custody, and how she supports clients through some of life’s most challenging transitions, always with empathy, clear communication, and strong advocacy. Join the conversation and meet this fantastic addition to the wolf pack. Follow Lily on social media! https://www.instagram.com/lawbylutton/ https://www.tiktok.com/@lilylutton https://www.linkedin.com/in/lily-bristow-lutton-19290a10a/ 01:00 Introduction 02:33 Meet Lily Lutton 03:40 Law School and Shift In Goals 04:48 Handling Clients and Honesty 08:36 Childhood and Early Independence 11:35 Marriage and Motherhood 12:46 Balancing Career and Motherhood 14:55 Why Family Law 16:20 Personal Experience with Divorce 18:33 Independence and Life Perspective 19:46 Finding Her Path in Family Law 21:30 Joining the Firm and Growth 25:46 Advice: Stop Caring What People Think 28:52 How Have You Evolved Recently? 29:16 Andee on Gratitude and Team 30:33 Mali on Discipline and Habits 33:02 Lily on Slowing Down 35:54 Wrap-Up Evolve with us! Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    36 min
  8. How Attorneys Are Using AI & What Can Go Wrong | Episode 103

    Mar 20

    How Attorneys Are Using AI & What Can Go Wrong | Episode 103

    What happens when artificial intelligence starts reshaping one of the most tradition-bound professions? In this episode, Andee and Mali are joined by AI afficianado Kendall Carter to explore how artificial intelligence is starting to reshape the legal industry. They dive into the growing role of AI in law, unpacking why so many attorneys are adopting new tools and what that means for the future of the profession. They look at both sides of the story, from the benefits of AI -- like increased efficiency and productivity -- to the potential downsides, including accuracy concerns and ethical challenges. Kendall shares insight into where things can go wrong and why human judgment still plays a critical role. Join the conversation for a thoughtful, accessible look at the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. Kendall Carter can be found at: https://aspire.law/our-team/kendall-carter/ and at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendallwcarter/ 00:59 Introducing Kendall Carter 03:36 Kendall's Law School & Career Highlights 06:27 How Kendall Got Into AI 08:08 AI in Legal Practice 10:44 Best Uses of AI in Law 14:02 AI & Value To Clients 16:32 AI Pitfalls & Fake Cases 19:03 Potential Consequences of Misuse 21:39 Client Trust & Reputation 25:34 A Good Way For Clients To Use AI 33:58 How Have you Evolved Recently? 40:42 Closing & Outro Evolve with us! Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    42 min
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Welcome to FORWARD FACING, Your Inspiration To Evolve! We are ANDEE HASTINGS and MALI SHADMEHRY -- seasoned family law and divorce attorneys with a passion for justice and a heart for the families we serve. We draw on our decades of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them forge new futures. We emphasize leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, transformation, and a positive mindset while providing a glimpse into life at Hastings Shadmehry Family Law. We empower our audience and allow them to feel like part of our wolf pack. Join the conversation and evolve with us!

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  • Creator
    Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
  • Show Website
    Forward Facing