When Divorce Gets Messy: Why Litigation Is Sometimes the Only Answer with Leading Attorney, Marc Garelick on Divorce & Beyond #370

Susan Guthrie sits down with Marc Garelick, a highly sought-after family law litigator, to explore what happens when a divorce case reaches the point where settlement isn’t possible, and litigation becomes the only path forward. While most divorces avoid the courtroom, situations involving high-conflict personalities, contentious custody disputes, or complex financial matters often require judicial intervention.

Marc brings a strategy-focused, results-driven approach to these challenging cases, sharing invaluable insights on how to prepare, what to expect, and how the right team can make all the difference in high-stakes litigation. 

If your case feels stuck or you’re unsure whether litigation is the answer, this episode provides clarity and direction to help you move forward.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• Why 95% of divorce cases settle and what makes the other 5% head to court
• The critical importance of strategy in litigation, from evidence preparation to courtroom dynamics
• How to identify when litigation is the necessary next step in your divorce
• Why working with a skilled litigator can make or break your case

More About Our Special Guest, Marc Garelick: Orange County family law attorney Marc H. Garelick has extensive experience in high-conflict custody, child and spousal support, paternity and complex characterization and valuation proceedings in contentious and sophisticated family law matters. He manages the Orange County law firm office in Irvine.

Website: https://www.molmfamlaw.com/

Social Media:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-garelick-2201903/

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SUSAN GUTHRIE®, ESQ., the creator and host of The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast, has been nationally recognized as one of the top family law and divorce mediation attorneys in the country for more than 30 years.  Susan is the Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution and is a sought-after keynote speaker, business and practice consultant, coach and trainer. You can find out more about Susan and her services here: https://susaneguthrie.com

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