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From Foster Care to Family Law - A Child Welfare Focus

Susan Chesnutt
Family Law
Medicaid
Child Exploitation
Criminal Law
Maryland
Child Protective Services
False Allegations
Aeroflow Urology
Dependency
Love146
Synergy Divorce Solutions
Tallahassee
Protective Orders
Foster Care
Peter Mutabazi
Now I Am Known
Child Welfare
Grooming
New York City
Maryland, United States

This is Susan Chesnutt of The Chesnutt Law Firm. This is my podcast From Foster Care to Family Law: A Child Welfare Focus. I was raised in the foster care system, I was a child abuse investigator for the Department of Children and Families, and now I am an attorney practicing family law where my passion is to focus on the best interests of the children involved. In my podcast, I will be meeting in... more

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What if handling your own divorce is possible, but nobody tells you how overwhelming the process can actually be?

In this episode, Susan Chesnutt sits down with Casey Zidek to unpack the realities of navigating divorce pro se, from confusing court p... more

What if the biggest financial mistakes in divorce aren’t just about money but about missing information?

In this episode, Susan Chesnutt sits down with Steven Bryant to unpack how financial blind spots, poor planning, and a lack of analysis can cost... more

What happens when parents fight so hard to win that they lose sight of what their children actually need?

In this episode, Susan Chesnutt sits down with Olivia St. Clair Long to unpack high-conflict custody, coercive control, and how the family law ... more

What if the greatest threat to your child isn’t a stranger in the shadows—but someone they already trust?

In this episode, Susan Chesnutt sits down with Erin Williamson to unpack the uncomfortable realities parents, caregivers, and professionals oft... more

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Steven Bryant
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, founder of Synergy Divorce Solutions
Synergy Divorce Solutions
Episode: #55 Steven Bryant: Making Divorce Decisions With Confidence and Clarity
Olivia St. Clair Long
Attorney practicing family law; guardian ad litem and parenting coordinator in Illinois
O. Long Law
Episode: #54 Olivia St. Clair Long: Why Winning in Court Can Mean Losing Your Child
Erin Williamson
Chief Programs and Strategy Officer at Love146
Love146
Episode: #53 Erin Williamson: What Kids Need Adults to Understand About Exploitation
Anthony Miller
Honorable Judge, circuit court judge with dependency and family law experience
Florida, Leon County (Tallahassee)
Episode: #52 Judge Anthony Miller: The Truth About Family Law From the Bench
Peter Mutabazi
Entrepreneur and international advocate for children; founder of Now I Am Known
Now I Am Known
Episode: #51 Peter Mutabazi and Mica Phillips: From Struggle to Strength and Hope for Every Child
Mica Phillips
Executive at Aeroflow Urology; leads initiatives to improve access to medical supplies through insurance
Aeroflow Urology
Episode: #51 Peter Mutabazi and Mica Phillips: From Struggle to Strength and Hope for Every Child
Lisa Sander
Nurse-turned-coach, speaker, and co-host of Our Healer Our Protector; creator of the Healing Chair Talk
Our Healer Our Protector podcast
Episode: #50 Lisa Sander: Finding Grace and Growth Through Family Transitions
Todd Mohink
criminal and family law attorney in Maryland
Mohink Law (information inferred from interview)
Episode: #49 Todd Mohink: The Real Cost of False Claims in Custody and Criminal Cases

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Susan Chesnutt
Host of From Foster Care to Family Law: A Child Welfare Focus

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Thank you Susan

    Thank you Susan for giving me the opportunity to be on your podcast . I could have talked to you all day ! Thank you for all that you do for others and making a difference in peoples lives.

    Apple Podcasts
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    OurHealerOurProtector
    United States9 months ago
  • Great Info

    I am so glad to have found this space to be able to enjoy updated information. It would be awesome if you were able to interview Lived Expert child welfare activist Dashaan Jennings from New Jersey

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fregoblokstar
    United Statesa year ago
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    Karen
    3 years ago
  • Great Information

    Great information on navigating family issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bsmith081888
    United States6 years ago

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Positive emphasis on trauma-informed, child-centered approaches.
High-quality guest mix with diverse perspectives on child welfare and family law.
Helpful real-life examples that illuminate complex custody and welfare issues.
Clear value for practitioners seeking practical, actionable guidance.

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#53 Erin Williamson: What Kids Need Adults to Understand About Exploitation
Q: Can you talk about how you started this journey and what you learned from your early work in Kenya that informs your current focus on trafficking here in the U.S. and globally?
Her early experiences in Kenya exposed the realities of child sex tourism and street children, which shaped her path toward international and domestic anti-trafficking work. She moved to work with Polaris and then Love146, applying survivor-centered approaches to prevention, advocacy, and direct services in the U.S., while recognizing that trafficking is often rooted in family dynamics, economic insecurity, and access to technology.
#54 Olivia St. Clair Long: Why Winning in Court Can Mean Losing Your Child
Q: What is the best approach for parents to take to protect their children during a custody dispute?
Focus on reducing unhealthy conflict and improving conflict resolution between co-parents, rather than pursuing victory in court, to safeguard the child's well-being.
#50 Lisa Sander: Finding Grace and Growth Through Family Transitions
Q: So why don't you tell me, you were a nurse for 24 years?
Lisa explains her long nursing career and how it informs her work as a life coach and co-host, emphasizing hands-on care, patient advocacy, and long-term commitment to helping families reach healthier dynamics.
#52 Judge Anthony Miller: The Truth About Family Law From the Bench
Q: What strategies help ensure the child's voice is heard without coaching or manipulation?
Use in-camera sessions, ask trauma-informed questions, and involve guardians ad litem or independent counselors; keep the child's safety and well-being at the center while protecting them from undue influence.
#52 Judge Anthony Miller: The Truth About Family Law From the Bench
Q: Can you explain the burden of proof differences between shelter hearings and family law motions?
Shelter petitions require a lower threshold (probable cause) to act quickly in emergencies, while family law motions generally require preponderance of the evidence; the challenges lie in balancing speed with due process for both the child and parents.

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A practitioner-focused show exploring child welfare through family law, with a strong emphasis on how financial planning, custody decisions, and multidisciplinary collaboration affect children and families. Episodes typically feature family-law attorneys, judges, guardians ad litem, and advocacy professionals who share practical strategies for safer, more constructive outcomes in high-conflict or complex cases. Notable strengths include a practical, child-centered lens, real-world anecdotes from courtrooms and caregiving contexts, and an emphasis on collaboration between legal and social/health services to protect children's long-term well-being.

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