Episode 51

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3rd Dec 2025

EP 51 Due Process Dumpster Fire

Episode 51: Due Process Dumpster Fire

The JudgeMental Podcast

In this explosive episode of The JudgeMental Podcast, Christine and Hugh dive deep into the latest developments in a high-profile billionaire divorce case, focusing on a controversial 60-page Friend of the Court (FOC) report. The hosts break down the troubling due process issues, the role of cross-examination, and the broader problems with FOC reports in family court.

Key Topics:

The alarming power and influence of FOC reports in family court

How credibility and evidence are weighed before anyone steps into the courtroom

The impact of wealth, family reputation, and social circles on custody decisions

The dangers of predetermined outcomes and lack of true neutrality in the system

Real-life examples of bias, including the weight given to fired nannies and in-laws over experts

The challenges attorneys face when cross-examining court-appointed experts

The emotional toll on families, especially mothers, navigating a system stacked against them

Christine and Hugh share personal insights from their legal careers, discuss the double standards for high-asset litigants, and question whether the current system can ever deliver true justice for families.

Listener Takeaways:

Why due process matters in every family court case

How to spot red flags in FOC reports and court proceedings

The importance of advocating for fair hearings and unbiased evaluations


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The JudgeMental Podcast features two attorneys, Hugh and Christine, who bring over three decades of combined litigation experience to the mic. Now venturing into a bold new initiative—"Judge-y", a website and soon-to-be app—they aim to give lawyers and litigants a platform to evaluate judges and promote accountability within the judiciary.

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