Financial Abuse in Divorce: Strategies for Protection and Recovery with Lisa Zeiderman | Episode 227

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Financial Abuse in Divorce: Recognizing the Signs and Protecting Yourself In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya is joined by New York matrimonial attorney Lisa Zeiderman to discuss the often overlooked but highly damaging issue of financial abuse in marriage and divorce. Lisa explains how financial abuse is rooted in control and can take many forms, from withholding access to money and financial information to restricting credit, hiding tax returns, and forcing one spouse into complete financial dependence. Ryan and Lisa explore how financial abuse can affect both lower-earning and higher-earning spouses, why many victims do not recognize it until they are deep into a divorce, and what practical steps people can take to protect themselves. The episode focuses on empowering listeners to understand the warning signs, seek support, and take action before or during a divorce proceeding. Guest Information Lisa Zeiderman is the Managing Partner of Miller Zeiderman LLP in New York. She regularly handles complex financial and custody matters for high-net-worth individuals and is widely recognized for her work in matrimonial law. In addition to her legal practice, Lisa write