Episode 77

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Published on:

23rd Mar 2026

EP 77 It Ain't Over 'Til. . .

EPISODE 77 It Ain't Over 'Til. . .

The JudgeMental Podcast - Episode 77

In this episode, hosts Hugh and Christine dive deep into the Kanabrowski case response, discussing the controversial motion to reconsider filed by counsel for Mom regarding the Guardian ad Litem's appellate obligations.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Kanabrowski Case Update - Analysis of the motion to reconsider filed regarding the Court of Appeals' order that GALs should file briefs on appeal

• GAL Compensation Issues - Discussion of the $500 flat-rate fee cap for Guardian ad Litems and how it impacts appellate representation

• Scope of Representation - Debate over whether a GAL's duties end at final judgment or continue through appeals, and the ethical obligations involved

• Strategic Legal Motions - Why would counsel for Mom file a motion defending GALs? Discussion of potential motivations and strategic considerations

• GAL System Reform - Comprehensive debate about the effectiveness of Guardian ad Litems in custody/divorce cases versus dependency, neglect, and abuse cases

• Public Defender Model - Christine proposes creating a public defender's office for family law cases to address conflicts of interest and ensure consistent representation

• Family Court Accountability - Candid discussion about systemic issues in Louisville family courts and the need for judicial accountability

• Judge-y App Community Question - Do judges have an ethical duty to disclose if they view information about their cases on the Judgy app?

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The JudgeMental Podcast
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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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