Full Podcast-Manisha Patel

About this episode

In this episode, Joe Guernaccini interviews Manisha Patel about her innovative approach to family law and mediation in North Carolina.

In this episode, we sit down with Manisha Patel. As the founder of her boutique family law and mediation practice in Greensboro, Manisha brings an approach to law that is transforming North Carolina’s family courts: collaborative law and mediation designed to reduce conflict and genuinely prioritize clients’ well-being.Manisha’s work goes beyond standard legal representation. She is recognized throughout North Carolina for helping families resolve separation, divorce, and custody issues with minimal stress. Her client-centered philosophy and community leadership, including serving as President of the Greensboro Bar Association and councilor for the North Carolina State Bar Council, not only make her the go-to expert in her region, but also a standout voice for positive change in legal circles.Manisha’s upcoming book, "End Your Marriage Peacefully," arrives next winter and offers fresh strategies for anyone facing a breakup.

People in this episode

Host: Joe Guernaccini

Guest: Manisha Patel

Topics covered

• family law
• mediation
• collaborative law
• client well-being
• legal representation
• divorce
• custody issues

Keywords

• family law
• mediation
• collaborative law
• divorce
• custody
• client-centered
• legal representation
• North Carolina

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Greensboro Bar Association, North Carolina State Bar Council

Books & works: End Your Marriage Peacefully

Places: North Carolina, Greensboro

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