Vesta: A New Vision for Divorce

What you share with AI, your journal, or even a divorce coach may not be as private as you think.

In this episode of Dishing on Divorce, Deanna Young Coyle and Mandy Pullen Barr sit down with Amanda DuBois, Esq., family law attorney, author, advocate, and founder of DuBois Law Office, one of the longest-standing women-owned law firms in the Pacific Northwest.

Amanda’s career has taken her from high-risk labor and delivery nursing to medical malpractice law, family law, fiction writing, and criminal legal reform. Her unique background gives her a powerful lens on the value of human life, the emotional complexity of divorce, and the systems that shape people’s lives.

In this conversation, Amanda shares why people going through divorce need to be extremely careful about what they share with tools like ChatGPT, why AI-generated legal strategy can create more work and cost more money, and why not everything shared with a divorce coach, journal, or online tool is protected or confidential.

We also explore Amanda’s award-winning Camille Delaney mystery series, including The Complication and Unshackled, as well as her advocacy for formerly incarcerated mothers working to reunite with their children.

This is a thoughtful, eye-opening conversation about law, privacy, justice, resilience, and holding onto your vision even when life does not unfold as planned.

Connect with Amanda: https://amandadubois.com/

Connect with Deanna and Mandy: [email protected]

Divorce, AI, and the Truth About Confidentiality with Amanda DuBois, Esq. What you share with AI, your journal, or even a divorce coach may not be as private as you think. In this episode of Dishing on Divorce, we sit down with Amanda DuBois, Esq., family law attorney, author, advocate, and founder of DuBois Law Office, one of the longest-standing women-owned law firms in...

🌟 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀

Difficult seasons can feel heavy, uncertain, and unfair. But sometimes, the moments that challenge us most also become the places where strength, clarity, and transformation begin to grow.

You may not see the miracle yet, but that does not mean it is not taking root. Keep going. Keep believing. Keep trusting that something meaningful can come from even the hardest chapters.

Confused about alimony, child support, or parenting apart after divorce?

Understanding support payments and parenting decisions can feel overwhelming, but the right information can help you make thoughtful choices for your financial future and your children’s well-being.

Join our 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫: 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲, 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬, hosted by Vesta’s Southern MA/RI Hub. Register below to save your spot.

𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨:
• Understand how alimony and child support payments are calculated
• Learn what factors determine who pays, how much, and for how long
• Evaluate how support obligations may affect your budget, home, and lifestyle
• Understand the legal consequences of missed or late payments
• Prepare for negotiating alimony or child support terms
• Communicate more constructively with your co-parent
• Create a healthy, flexible parenting plan
• Help your children feel secure through transitions

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your rights and responsibilities and the confidence to make informed choices for your family’s future.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://bit.ly/SouthernMAJune2026

𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐈𝐏: 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝐯𝐬. 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡

There is a lot of misinformation around divorce, and believing the wrong thing can impact you emotionally, financially, and legally.

𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡: The faster the divorce, the better.
𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡: Rushing can lead to costly mistakes. Thoughtful decisions matter.

It is natural to want the process to be over as quickly as possible. However, moving too fast can cause you to overlook important details around finances, parenting plans, support, property, and your long-term needs.

Taking time to understand your options and make informed decisions can help protect your future.

The more informed you are, the more empowered your decisions will be.

For guidance and support, reach out to us at [email protected] or 877-355-7649.

Worried your spouse may be hiding assets or underreporting income?

Financial transparency is critical, and sometimes accounts, income, investments, or other assets may be concealed. Knowing what to look for and who can help uncover the truth can make a major difference in protecting your financial future.

Join our 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫: 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞, hosted by Vesta’s Carlsbad, CA Hub. Register below to save your spot.

𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨:
• Spot common signs of hidden assets and underreported income
• Understand how assets may be concealed, including cash transfers, hidden accounts, investments, and cryptocurrency
• Learn how forensic accountants and divorce professionals identify, trace, and value concealed assets
• Protect your rights so all marital property is included in the final settlement
• Build the right legal and financial team to strengthen your negotiation position

You’ll leave feeling informed, supported, and empowered to advocate for a fair division of marital assets.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://bit.ly/CarlsbadJune2026

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“𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠.”

If you’re considering divorce, in the middle of it, or rebuilding afterward, it can be easy to feel like starting over means you’ve somehow failed.

But sometimes 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞.

It means you are choosing:

• 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲 over pretending
• 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 over staying stuck
• 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 over fear

Divorce may close one chapter, but it also gives you permission to 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲.

• A story with more clarity
• A story with more self-trust
• A story with more room to become who you are now

Starting over does not mean you are back at the beginning.

It means you are beginning again with 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.

✨ What would you write into this next chapter of your life?

Are you facing a high net worth divorce where assets, conflict, or custody concerns make everything feel more complicated?

Join our 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫: 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐍𝐞𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰, hosted by Vesta’s Connecticut Hub. Register below to save your spot.

𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨:
• Understand equitable distribution in high net worth divorce
• Navigate the division of businesses, real estate portfolios, retirement assets, and investments
• Recognize challenges such as delays, discovery issues, hidden assets, and financial coercion
• Know when court involvement, mediation, or collaborative divorce may be effective
• Consider tax implications, trust and estate issues, and long-term cash flow planning
• Protect children in high-conflict situations involving custody or communication issues
• Manage emotional and logistical stress with documentation strategies and professional support

You’ll leave with greater clarity, practical strategies, and trusted guidance to help you protect your assets, your family, and your future.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://bit.ly/ConnecticutJune23

🌟 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 🌟

“Made me feel I wasn’t alone.” 💙

That is exactly why we created the 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁.

Thank you to Abby Penny for sharing that listening to the podcast reinforced the support she felt as a Vesta client. When Deanna and Mandy help listeners exhale some of the stress and anxiety of divorce, it creates space to learn, reflect, and feel more supported.

🎧 Tune in to the 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁: tinyurl.com/DishingOnDivorcePodcast