Who Gets The Pets? With Cary Jacobson Esq.

Her Empowered Divorce

PET CUSTODY AND DIVORCE EPISODE 95

HOST: Beverly Price, Divorce & Empowerment Coach

GUEST: Cary Jacobson, The Founder and CEO of Jacobson Family Law

SUMMARY:

Pet custody can be a profoundly challenging aspect to navigate in the aftermath of a divorce. The deep emotional bonds that we often share with our pets can make determining the post-divorce pet custody arrangements incredibly complex. On this episode of Her Empowered Divorce, Host Beverly Price invites Cary Jacobson, the founder and CEO of Jacobson Family Law. They discuss pet custody, how it’s determined during a divorce, and what to consider if you are in settlement or mediation.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

● Pet custody after divorce depends on the jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions will approach pets as properties and others as children.

● The hostile side can use pets to hurt the other person. Why? Sometimes the desire to inflict emotional harm often outweighs the concern for the animal's well-being and doing the right thing.

● Would the court or agreements handle service and support animals differently? Yes, it definitely is.

● Regardless of whether you are in settlement or mediation, you have to consider where you will be living (will there be a place for the animal?) and how you will financially support the pet.

NOTABLE QUOTES:

● In jurisdictions that treat pets similar to kids, they could award a custody access schedule and allow support agreement for the pet. (Cary)

● People are now treating their pets so much like humans and children that this is a natural evolution. (Beverly)

● In some cases, people want to win by using pets to stick it or hurt the other person rather than wanting the animal; they just don’t want the other person to have the animal. (Cary)

● If you have kids, take into consideration how they are attached to the pets, it’s important for the kids to have that support and to know where and when they will see the pet. (Cary)

● If you separate the children from the pets, that will make the transition even harder after a divorce. (Beverly)

● You can provide in your estate plan who will take care of the pet and if you will leave money for their care. (Cary)

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ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Cary Jacobson is the Founder and CEO of Jacobson Family Law. She has been practicing law for nearly a decade, having successfully represented clients in all facets of family law proceedings, including separation, divorce, custody, child support, post-divorce enforcement, and other family law-related matters.

Through her experience litigating family law matters Cary has found that the conflict associated with litigation often tears a family apart, making it toxic for children and their parents. However, as a certified mediator and collaborative divorce attorney, Cary has also seen how these forms of alternative dispute resolution can lead to and foster successful co-parenting arrangements.

Cary has chosen to dedicate her practice to working with clients who wish to resolve their family disputes without court intervention. She assists clients in choosing between mediation, collaborative divorce or separation agreements in order to keep drama out of their divorce.

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ABOUT YOUR HOST:

Beverly Price is a CDC Certified Divorce Coach ® and Women’s empowerment coach with over 25 years of experience. Her passion lies in supporting women through every aspect of separation and divorce. She offers a comprehensive coaching experience that goes beyond just empowerment work to help clients develop their communication, conflict management, boundary setting and negotiation skills. Beverly also provides expertise on the technical, legal, and financial aspects of the divorce process.

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