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Be Assertive, Not Aggressive: Winning in Family Court with Judge Bruce Cohen (ret.)

Assertiveness vs. Aggressiveness in Family Court: A Judge's PerspectiveIn this enlightening episode, High Conflict Institute co-founders Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter welcome back retired Judge Bruce Cohen to discuss the critical differences between assertiveness and aggressiveness in family court proceedings. With decades of combined experience in family law, social work, and conflict resolution, the trio explores how presentation style can significantly impact case outcomes, especially in custody disputes.Understanding the Impact of Communication StyleJudge Cohen shares invaluable insights about how judges perceive different communication approaches in the courtroom. He emphasizes that while both assertive and aggressive styles express thoughts, feelings, and needs, assertiveness does so respectfully while aggressiveness relies on blame and confrontation. Bill and Megan explore this distinction through real-world examples and practical applications.The Role of Personality Disorders in CourtThe discussion delves into Bill's book Splitting: Protecting Yourself While Divorcing Someone with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorder. The hosts and Judge Cohen examine how to address concerning behavior patterns without falling into the trap of amateur diagnosis or labeling. They stress the importance of focusing on specific behaviors and their impact rather than clinical terms.Effective Court CommunicationBill shares his expertise on writing for court, offering practical tips for presenting information effectively. Judge Cohen provides valuable feedback from the bench's perspective, confirming the importance of clear, organized, and relevant presentation of facts. The conversation highlights how proper documentation and presentation can significantly influence court outcomes.Questions we answer in this episode: What's the difference between assertive and aggressive communication in court? How do judges perceive different communication styles? When should personality disorder concerns be raised in court? How should evidence be presented most effectively? What communication mistakes commonly harm court cases? Key Takeaways: Focus on specific behaviors rather than diagnostic labels Present your strongest evidence first rather than chronologically Start documents by clearly stating what you want Respond to false allegations with measured, factual responses Use headers and organized presentation in court documents This episode provides essential insights for anyone involved in family court proceedings, whether as a party, attorney, or helping professional. The combination of judicial perspective, clinical expertise, and practical experience offers listeners a comprehensive understanding of effective court communication strategies.Links & Other Notes CLASSES Conflict Influencer ( https://www.highconflicttraining.com/... ) (live group class) Writing for Court: 10 Tips for Persuading Decision-Makers ( https://www.highconflicttraining.com/... ) (self-directed 1-hour course) BOOKS Splitting: Protecting Yourself While Divorcing Someone with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorder ( https://www.unhookedmedia.com/stock/p... ) ARTICLES Taking the Assertive Approach in Family Court ( https://highconflictinstitute.com/div... ) Managing a Blamer with an Assertive Approach ( https://highconflictinstitute.com/hig... ) 6 Ways You Should Be Assertive in Family Court ( https://highconflictinstitute.com/fam... ) SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTER ( https://keap.app/contact-us/887354888... ) OUR WEBSITE: https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/ ( https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/ ) Submit a Question for Bill and Megan ( https://highconflictinstitute.com/pod... ) All of our books can be found in our online store ( https://www.unhookedmedia.com/high-co... ) or anywhere books are sold, including as e-books. You can also find these show notes at our site ( https://highconflictinstitute.com/pod... ) as well. Note: We are not diagnosing anyone in our discussions, merely discussing general patterns of behavior. Nor are we providing legal of therapeutic advice. Please seek the assistance of your local professionals to seek help. 00:00 - Welcome to It's All Your Fault 00:41 - Assertiveness vs. Aggressiveness 12:41 - Easy to Read? 14:55 - The Splitting Book 19:09 - Court Experience 22:06 - Patterns of Behavior 24:37 - How to Present 26:52 - Self-Represented Cases 28:40 - Writing for Court 42:34 - Get Away from the Terms 44:26 - Wrap-up 44:54 - Reminders & Coming Next Week: When Your Friend or Family Is an HCP It’s All Your Fault: High Conflict Peo...